DELL
DELL Inspiron 3520 laptop i5-1135G7 8GB 512GB 15.6" 120Hz Win 10 Pro
15.6" 120 Hz Full HD laptop with 11th Gen Core i5, 8 GB DDR4, 512 GB PCIe SSD 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 reaches 4.2 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
- 120 Hz Full HD display delivers smooth motion for work and media
- 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and app loading
- 8 GB DDR4 memory supports everyday productivity tasks
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit provides business-ready security and management
Home and business laptop
The Dell Inspiron 3520 is a 15.6-inch laptop powered by an 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with four cores and eight threads reaching 4.2 GHz. It ships with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD running Windows 10 Pro. The 120 Hz Full HD IPS panel suits office work and study sessions.
Thermals and power draw
A 65 W power supply charges the 3-cell 41 WHr battery while the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics keep heat output modest during typical productivity tasks. The carbon black chassis remains quiet when handling documents, web browsing or video playback. Bluetooth 5.0 and 802.11ac Wi-Fi add minimal extra load.
Sustained load behaviour
Under continuous multi-threaded workloads the quad-core CPU maintains performance within its thermal envelope without aggressive throttling. The 120 Hz display stays responsive during long coding or spreadsheet sessions. Users needing discrete graphics power or more than 8 GB of memory should consider other configurations.
Highlights
- 11th Gen Intel Core i5 reaches 4.2 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
- 120 Hz Full HD display delivers smooth motion for work and media
- 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and app loading
- 8 GB DDR4 memory supports everyday productivity tasks
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit provides business-ready security and management
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 | 512GB |
| HDD | No |
| Storage Spec | 512GB PCIe SSD |
| Memory | 8GB |
| 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
How do I install additional DDR4 memory in the Inspiron 3520, and which step is often missed?
Remove the base screws, lift the cover, insert the SODIMM at an angle until the clips click, then replace the cover before tightening screws; the missed step is forgetting to press the module fully down so the retention clips engage.
What maintenance or replacement will the 41 WHr battery need later?
The 3-cell 41 WHr battery will eventually hold less charge; expect to replace it with a compatible Dell 3-cell unit when runtime drops below your needs.
At what point does the 65 W power supply become the limit during sustained heavy workloads?
When the CPU and GPU draw combined power near 65 W, the system will throttle clock speeds to stay within the adapter’s rating, reducing performance until the load eases.
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