DELL
DELL Inspiron 3520 15 laptop i5-1135G7 16GB 512GB 15.6" FHD Touchscreen
A 15.6 inch FHD touchscreen laptop with an Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor, 16GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro
- ColorBlack
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 11th Gen
- Processor Name2.40GHz
- Turbo Frequency4.2 GHz
- Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
- Responsive multitasking from a quad-core Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with 4.20 GHz turbo
- Hands-on control with a 15.6" Full HD touchscreen at 1920 x 1080 resolution
- Fast boot and load times via a 512GB PCIe solid-state drive
- Smooth everyday performance backed by 16GB DDR4 system memory
- Flexible connectivity including Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth, HDMI and a media card reader
Target audience
The Dell Inspiron 3520 15 is a new 15.6 inch laptop with a Full HD touchscreen, Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor and 16GB DDR4 memory. It suits students and office workers who want a responsive Windows 11 Pro device for everyday productivity and media consumption.
Sustained workload behaviour
The quad-core processor reaches a 4.2 GHz turbo frequency for short bursts, while the integrated Intel UHD Graphics shares system memory during extended sessions. Under continuous load the 512GB PCIe SSD maintains steady read and write speeds without thermal throttling affecting storage performance.
Thermals noise and power
The slim chassis measures 14.11 by 9.27 by 0.83 inches and weighs 3.82 pounds, limiting cooling capacity during prolonged heavy use. Fan noise becomes noticeable when all four cores sustain high clocks, and the 720p webcam and Wi-Fi 5 adapter add minimal extra heat in normal operation.
Highlights
- Responsive multitasking from a quad-core Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with 4.20 GHz turbo
- Hands-on control with a 15.6" Full HD touchscreen at 1920 x 1080 resolution
- Fast boot and load times via a 512GB PCIe solid-state drive
- Smooth everyday performance backed by 16GB DDR4 system memory
- Flexible connectivity including Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth, HDMI and a media card reader
Specifications
| Series | Raider |
|---|---|
| Model | Inspiron 3520 15 |
| Color | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 11th Gen |
| Processor Name | 2.40GHz |
| Turbo Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-core Processor |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Touch Screen |
| Display Type | FHD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| GPU/VPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 512GB PCIe |
| HDD | No |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | 2 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Audio Ports | 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack |
| Audio | Integrated Sound card |
| Speaker | Internal Speakers |
| Touchpad | Yes |
| Keyboard | Yes |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Home / Personal |
| Usage | Consumer |
| Weight | 3 - 3.9 lbs. |
| Package Content | Laptop, Charger |
Questions about this item
How much power does the Core i5-1135G7 draw when the laptop runs all day?
The Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor operates at a 2.40 GHz base frequency and can reach 4.20 GHz turbo, with 4 cores and 8 threads managing workloads efficiently during extended use.
Which cables and peripherals must I already own to use the ports on this Inspiron 3520?
The laptop provides 2x USB 3.2 Type A ports, 1x USB 2.0 Type A port, 1x HDMI output, a headphone jack and a multi-format SD card reader for existing devices.
Will an older USB 2.0 external drive work reliably alongside the newer USB 3.2 ports on this machine?
Yes, the single USB 2.0 Type A port and two USB 3.2 Type A ports all accept legacy USB 2.0 drives, so older storage connects without adapters.
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