Choose Vostro 3520 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-1235U (vs Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible (vs Intel HD Graphics 620)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Vostro 3520 vs Elitebook 1040
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vostro 3520 and Elitebook 1040 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vostro 3520 | Elitebook 1040 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Dell | HP |
| Product Family | Vostro | EliteBook |
| Model | Vostro 3520 | Elitebook 1040 |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Operating System | — | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5-1235U | Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | 12th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 10 cores | 2 cores |
| Performance Cores | 2 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 8 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 12 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 4 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 55 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel vPro Essentials; Intel Standard Manageability | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | — |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | — |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | — |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | — |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | — |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | — |
| Card Reader Formats | SD, SDHC, SDXC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | — | FHD |
| Display Technology | — | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | — | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | — |
| Speaker Power | 2 W average per speaker W | — |
| Audio Jack | Yes | — |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Dimensions | 115 x 80 mm | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 Gbps | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | — |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2 M.2 slots: 1x M.2 2230 WLAN/Bluetooth; 1x M.2 2230/2280 SSD | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Power Adapter | 65 W | — |
| Power Connector | 4.5 mm barrel | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Weight | — | 1.36 kg |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | TPM 2.0 | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | — |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Dell BIOS Recovery from Hard Drive / BIOS Auto-Recovery | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 0–35 °C | — |
| Operating Humidity | 10–90 % RH | — |
| Storage Temperature | -40–65 °C | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Elitebook 1040 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz (vs Intel Core i5-1235U)
- GPU Model at Intel HD Graphics 620 (vs Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between Vostro 3520 and Elitebook 1040?
Vostro 3520 and Elitebook 1040 share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (Vostro 3520: Intel Core i5-1235U, Elitebook 1040: Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz); GPU Model (Vostro 3520: Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible, Elitebook 1040: Intel HD Graphics 620); Display Size (Vostro 3520: 15.6 inch, Elitebook 1040: 14 inch).
Vostro 3520 may suit users who need its differing values, while Elitebook 1040 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.