Choose Vostro 3520 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-1235U (vs Intel Core i7-7500U)
- GPU Model at Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible (vs NVIDIA GeForce 940MX)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 1000 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Vostro 3520 vs Noteb Pav
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vostro 3520 and Noteb Pav within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vostro 3520 | Noteb Pav |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Dell | HP |
| Product Family | Vostro | Noteb Pav |
| Model | Vostro 3520 | Noteb Pav |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Mainstream |
| 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 |
| Processor Generation | 12th Gen | 7th Gen (Kaby Lake) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Kaby Lake |
| 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 |
| L2 Cache | — | 0.5 MB |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 4 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 55 W | 25 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel vPro Essentials; Intel Standard Manageability | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible | NVIDIA GeForce 940MX |
| GPU Architecture | — | Maxwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 23 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1242 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| 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 | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 1000 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 | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | — | FHD |
| Display Technology | — | LED-backlit 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 | — | 1.91 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 | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 0–35 °C | — |
| Operating Humidity | 10–90 % RH | — |
| Storage Temperature | -40–65 °C | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Noteb Pav if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-7500U (vs Intel Core i5-1235U)
- GPU Model at NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (vs Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible)
- Storage Capacity at 1000 GB (vs 256 GB)
What is the difference between Vostro 3520 and Noteb Pav?
Vostro 3520 and Noteb Pav share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Display Size (15.6 inch), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (Vostro 3520: Intel Core i5-1235U, Noteb Pav: Intel Core i7-7500U); GPU Model (Vostro 3520: Intel Iris Xe Graphics eligible, Noteb Pav: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX); Storage Capacity (Vostro 3520: 256 GB, Noteb Pav: 1000 GB).
Vostro 3520 may suit users who need its differing values, while Noteb Pav benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.