Choose Vostro 3520 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-1235U (vs Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible (vs Intel HD Graphics 620)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 12.5 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Vostro 3520 vs ThinkPad X270
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vostro 3520 and ThinkPad X270 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vostro 3520 | ThinkPad X270 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Dell | Lenovo |
| Product Family | Vostro | ThinkPad |
| Model | Vostro 3520 | ThinkPad X270 |
| 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 i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5-1235U | Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz |
| 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 | 2.5 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 55 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel vPro Essentials; Intel Standard Manageability | Not Intel vPro eligible |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen9.5 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | — | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | 2 |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | — |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | — |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | — |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SD, SDHC, SDXC | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I / SD-family |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 12.5 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | — | FHD |
| Display Technology | — | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | — | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 700:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 170 horizontal / 170 vertical degree |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Camera Features | — | Fixed focus |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 W average per speaker W | 1.5 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | — | HD Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | — | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | — | Spill-resistant |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | 0 zones |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | — | Buttonless multi-touch clickpad |
| Touchpad Dimensions | 115 x 80 mm | — |
| Touchpad Material | — | Mylar surface |
| Pointing Stick | — | Yes |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | — | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | — | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 / 8260 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 Gbps | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | — | Optional |
| SIM Slot | — | Micro-SIM |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | — | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | — | USB 5Gbps |
| USB Type-C Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | USB 5Gbps, USB PD, DisplayPort |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | 1.4b |
| DisplayPort Output | — | via USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | Optional |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2 M.2 slots: 1x M.2 2230 WLAN/Bluetooth; 1x M.2 2230/2280 SSD | M.2 storage, WLAN and optional WWAN slots |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Chemistry | — | Li-Ion |
| Removable Battery | — | Yes |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | — |
| Power Connector | 4.5 mm barrel | USB-C or Lenovo slim-tip |
| USB-C Charging | — | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery Version | — | USB Power Delivery (revision not stated) |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | — | 65 W |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | — | 305.5 mm |
| Depth | — | 208.5 mm |
| Thickness | — | 20.3 mm |
| Weight | — | 1.36 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Lid Material | — | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Base Material | — | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810G |
| IP Rating | — | No rated ingress protection |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | TPM 2.0 | dTPM 1.2 / 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | No Intel vPro platform eligibility |
| Smart Card Support | No | Optional |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Dell BIOS Recovery from Hard Drive / BIOS Auto-Recovery | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | — | Gold |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 0–35 °C | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10–90 % RH | — |
| Storage Temperature | -40–65 °C | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkPad X270 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz (vs Intel Core i5-1235U)
- GPU Model at Intel HD Graphics 620 (vs Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible)
- Display Size at 12.5 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between Vostro 3520 and ThinkPad X270?
Vostro 3520 and ThinkPad X270 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, ThinkPad X270: Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz); GPU Model (Vostro 3520: Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible, ThinkPad X270: Intel HD Graphics 620); Display Size (Vostro 3520: 15.6 inch, ThinkPad X270: 12.5 inch).
Vostro 3520 may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkPad X270 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.