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Lenovo 520-27 27-inch QHD Touchscreen All-in-One

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Immerse Yourself in Stunning Visuals and Powerful PerformanceIntroducing the 2020 Lenovo IdeaCentre 520 27" All-in-One Desktop Computer, designed to elevate your computing experience. Featuring a vibrant QHD touchscreen display, powerful Intel Core i5 processor, and ample storage, this desktop de...

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Overview

Immerse Yourself in Stunning Visuals and Powerful Performance

Introducing the 2020 Lenovo IdeaCentre 520 27" All-in-One Desktop Computer, designed to elevate your computing experience. Featuring a vibrant QHD touchscreen display, powerful Intel Core i5 processor, and ample storage, this desktop delivers stunning visuals, responsive performance, and seamless multitasking. Plus, with integrated features like a pop-up IR camera and Dolby Audio speakers, you'll enjoy immersive entertainment and enhanced productivity.

  • Processor: 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8400T (1.70GHz, up to 3.30GHz)
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Home
  • Display: 27" QHD (2560 x 1440) Touchscreen
  • Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630
  • Memory: 8GB DDR4 2666 MHz
  • Storage: 1TB 7200 RPM HDD + 256GB SSD PCIe-NVMe M.2
  • Optical Storage: DVD Recordable
  • Webcam: 1080p HD pop-up IR camera
  • Audio: 2 x 3watt speakers
  • Wireless LAN: 802.11 AC (1 x 1) + Bluetooth 4.0
  • Ports: 1 x USB Type-C, 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI-in, 1 x HDMI-out, 3-in-1 card reader, RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, Combo audio/microphone jack
  • Color: Black

Key Features

Powered by latest 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8400T Processor (6 Cores, 9M Cache, up to 3.30 GHz) @ 1.70GHz; Smart six-core, 6 processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.

27" Touchscreen IPS WVA QHD (2560 x 1440) Display, with optional 10-point multitouch Display, Native 2560 x 1440 resolution showcases your games and HD movies with impressive color and clarity. wide viewing angle and borderless. 16:9 aspect ratio.

8GB DDR4 RAM 2666 MHz system Memory for full-power multitasking; 1TB 7200 RPM HDD + 256GB Solid State Drive (PCI-e), Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.

DVD Recordable; 1080p HD pop-up IR camera; 802.11 AC (1 x 1) + Bluetooth 4.0, 1 x USB Type-C, 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI-in, 1 x HDMI-out, 3-in-1 card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC), RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, Combo audio/microphone jack

Windows 10 Home; Wired keyboard and wired mouse. Black

Specifications

Brand
Lenovo
Model Name
520-27 All-in-One
Display Size
27 inches
Display Resolution
QHD (2560 x 1440)
Display Type
Touchscreen IPS WVA
Processor
8th Generation Intel Core i5-8400T
Processor Cores
6
Processor Speed
1.70 GHz (up to 3.30 GHz Turbo)
RAM
8GB DDR4 2666 MHz
Storage
1TB 7200 RPM HDD + 256GB PCI-e SSD
Operating System
Windows 10 Home
Optical Drive
DVD Recordable
Webcam
1080p HD pop-up IR camera
Wireless Connectivity
802.11 AC (1 x 1), Bluetooth 4.0
Ports
1x USB Type-C, 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI-in, 1x HDMI-out, 3-in-1 card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC), RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, Combo audio/microphone jack
Included Peripherals
Wired keyboard and wired mouse

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Powered by the 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8400T processor, offering 6 cores and up to 3.30 GHz for robust performance.
  • Features a large 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) touchscreen IPS WVA display for immersive visuals and intuitive interaction.
  • Comes with 8GB DDR4 RAM and a hybrid storage solution: 1TB HDD paired with a 256GB PCI-e SSD for speed and capacity.
  • Includes a DVD Recordable drive, a 1080p HD pop-up IR camera, and a comprehensive set of ports including USB-C and HDMI.
  • Runs on Windows 10 Home and includes a wired keyboard and mouse, offering a complete out-of-the-box experience.

👎 Cons

  • The 1.70GHz base clock speed of the i5-8400T processor, while efficient, may not always deliver peak performance without Turbo Boost activation.
  • The included 8GB DDR4 RAM might be a limiting factor for power users who engage in very heavy multitasking or intensive content creation.
  • While a QHD display is excellent, for certain professional applications, a higher resolution like 4K might be preferred.
  • The 1TB 7200 RPM HDD, though capacious, will be slower for large file transfers than an all-SSD solution.
  • Equipped with 802.11 AC (1 x 1) Wi-Fi, which may offer slower wireless speeds compared to newer Wi-Fi 6 (AX) standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Lenovo 520-27 features a 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) touchscreen IPS WVA display, offering a wide viewing angle and vibrant colors.
It is powered by the 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8400T Processor, which has 6 cores and can reach up to 3.30 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
This computer comes with 8GB DDR4 RAM running at 2666 MHz and a hybrid storage solution consisting of a 1TB 7200 RPM HDD and a 256GB PCI-e Solid State Drive.
Yes, the Lenovo 520-27 All-in-One includes a DVD Recordable drive for your optical media needs.
The Lenovo 520-27 comes with Windows 10 Home pre-installed, providing a familiar and functional operating environment.
It offers 802.11 AC (1 x 1) Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, a USB Type-C port, two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, HDMI-in and HDMI-out, a 3-in-1 card reader, and Gigabit Ethernet.
Yes, a wired keyboard and a wired mouse are included with the Lenovo 520-27 All-in-One.

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