Choose ThinkPad E580 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz (vs Intel Celeron N3060)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs Intel HD Graphics)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 4 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 500 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E580 vs Inspiron 3552
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E580 and Inspiron 3552 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E580 | Inspiron 3552 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | Dell |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Dell Inspiron |
| Model | ThinkPad E580 | Inspiron 3552 |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E580 | Inspiron 3552 |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Linux |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz | Intel Celeron N3060 |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | Braswell |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Airmont |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 2.48 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 0 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 6 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 6 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon RX 550 | Intel HD Graphics |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen8 |
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 6 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 700 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 500 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch | 2.5-inch + optional M.2 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | TN |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | 220 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Contrast Ratio | 600:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 90° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Advanced Audio | Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | Digital microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 1x1 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Dell wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / DisplayPort | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort 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 | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | 42 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 13 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 369 mm | 380 mm |
| Depth | 252 mm | 260 mm |
| Thickness | 19.95 mm | 23.7 mm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum / PC-ABS | Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G tested | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | dTPM 2.0 | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | Gold | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | — | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Mail-in or depot limited warranty | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Inspiron 3552 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Celeron N3060 (vs Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel HD Graphics (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Installed Memory at 4 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 500 GB (vs 256 GB)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E580 and Inspiron 3552?
ThinkPad E580 and Inspiron 3552 share specifications such as Display Size (15.6 inch), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Mainstream), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E580: Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz, Inspiron 3552: Intel Celeron N3060); GPU Model (ThinkPad E580: AMD Radeon RX 550, Inspiron 3552: Intel HD Graphics); Installed Memory (ThinkPad E580: 8 GB, Inspiron 3552: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (ThinkPad E580: 256 GB, Inspiron 3552: 500 GB).
ThinkPad E580 may suit users who need its differing values, while Inspiron 3552 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.