DELL
DELL Inspiron 3520 laptop i5-1135G7 16GB 256GB SSD + 1TB HDD 15.6" 120Hz Win 10 Pro
A 15.6-inch 120 Hz laptop with a 4-core i5, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB NVMe SSD plus 1 TB HDD, and Windows 10 Pro
- ColorBlack
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 11th Gen
- Turbo Frequency4.2 GHz
- CPU L3 Cache8MB Cache
- Screen Size15.6"
- 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 up to 4.2 GHz for responsive multitasking
- 16GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
- 256GB NVMe SSD plus 1TB HDD gives fast boot and large storage
- 6" 120Hz Full HD IPS display shows sharp motion
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit ready for business use
Inspiron 3520 dual-drive laptop
The Dell Inspiron 3520 combines an 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with 16 GB of DDR4 memory. A 256 GB 2230 PCIe NVMe SSD handles the operating system and applications, while a 1 TB hard drive provides bulk storage. The 15.6-inch IPS panel runs at 120 Hz and 1920 x 1080 resolution. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed.
Home office and student workflows
This configuration suits everyday productivity, video calls and light content consumption. The dual-drive layout keeps the system responsive without sacrificing capacity for documents and media. Buyers who need discrete graphics for 3D rendering, gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads should look elsewhere. The single USB 2.0 port and HDMI output limit peripheral expansion for multi-monitor or high-speed accessory setups.
Thermal behaviour under load
The 65 W power adapter and 41 Whr three-cell battery support the 4.2 GHz turbo frequency for short bursts. Sustained multi-core workloads will trigger thermal throttling as the compact chassis manages heat from the four-core processor. Integrated Iris Xe graphics share system memory, so extended GPU tasks reduce bandwidth available to the CPU. Fan noise increases noticeably during prolonged heavy use.
Highlights
- 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 up to 4.2 GHz for responsive multitasking
- 16GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
- 256GB NVMe SSD plus 1TB HDD gives fast boot and large storage
- 6" 120Hz Full HD IPS display shows sharp motion
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit ready for business use
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | Inspiron 3520 |
| Color | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 11th Gen |
| Turbo Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| CPU L3 Cache | 8MB Cache |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| GPU/VPU | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 256GB |
| HDD | 1TB |
| Storage Spec | 256GB 2230 PCIe SSD + 1TB HDD |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Memory Speed | 8 GB DDR4 |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | 802.11ac Wireless LAN |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Audio Ports | 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Other Input Devices | No |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Card Reader | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Work / Business |
Questions about this item
Does the laptop include the 65 W power supply and 41 Wh battery so I can use it right away?
Yes, a 65 W power supply and a 3‑cell 41 Wh battery are included in the box.
Can I keep using my older USB 2.0 flash drives and SD cards with this machine?
The laptop provides one USB 2.0 port and an SD card reader, so legacy drives and cards work directly.
How do I confirm the 120 Hz display is actually running at 120 Hz after I set up Windows 10 Pro?
Open Settings > System > Display > Advanced display and verify the refresh rate shows 120 Hz.
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