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Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27
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Lenovo 520-27 IdeaCentre AIO - 27" QHD Touch, i5-8400T, 16GB RAM, Dual Storage

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QHD1080p2560 x 1440i5-8400T16GB RAM

Lenovo IdeaCentre 520 all-in-one delivers a stunning 27" QHD touchscreen with dual storage for seamless work and entertainment.

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Overview

The Lenovo IdeaCentre 520-27 is an all-in-one desktop that puts a vibrant 27-inch QHD touchscreen at the center of your workspace. With a resolution of 2560 x 1440 and wide viewing angles, the display is well suited for spreadsheets, photo browsing, and streaming video. Under the hood, the 8th-generation Intel Core i5-8400T processor pairs with 16GB of DDR4 memory to handle day-to-day multitasking, web browsing, and office applications without issue. The dual-storage arrangement — a 1TB NVMe SSD for the operating system and frequently used programs alongside a 1TB 7200 RPM hard drive for media and archives — strikes a practical balance between speed and capacity.

Connectivity is a strong point for this model. It offers USB Type-C, three USB-A ports across USB 3.0 and 2.0 standards, a 3-in-1 card reader, Gigabit Ethernet, and both HDMI-in and HDMI-out. The HDMI-in port is a standout feature that lets you use the large QHD panel as an external monitor for a laptop or gaming console. A built-in DVD drive, 1080p pop-up IR webcam with Windows Hello support, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi round out the package. While the integrated Intel UHD 630 graphics and older Bluetooth 4.0 radio show the unit's age, the IdeaCentre 520-27 remains a capable and space-saving choice for home offices and everyday computing.

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.

16GB DDR4 RAM 2666 MHz system Memory for full-power multitasking; 1TB 7200 RPM HDD + 1TB 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

Processor
Intel Core i5-8400T (8th Gen, up to 3.3 GHz)
Operating System
Windows 10 Home
Display
27" QHD (2560 x 1440) Wide Viewing Angle Touchscreen
Graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Memory
16GB DDR4 2666 MHz
Storage
1TB 7200 RPM HDD + 1TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
Optical Drive
DVD Recordable
Webcam
1080p HD Pop-up IR Camera
Audio
2 x 3W Speakers
Wireless
802.11ac (1x1) + Bluetooth 4.0
Ports
1x USB-C, 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI-in, 1x HDMI-out, 3-in-1 Card Reader, RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, Combo Audio/Mic Jack
Dimensions
24.6" x 18.9" x 2.7" (624.35 x 479.40 x 68 mm)
Weight
23.2 lbs
Color
Black

Frequently Asked Questions

The display is a 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) touchscreen with wide viewing angles.
It comes with dual storage — a 1TB 7200 RPM hard drive for bulk files and a 1TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD for fast boot and application loading.
Yes, it includes both HDMI-in and HDMI-out ports, so you can use the 27" display as a monitor for another device like a game console or laptop.
It features a 1080p HD pop-up IR camera that supports Windows Hello facial recognition and tucks away for privacy when not in use.
The unit ships with 16GB of DDR4 2666 MHz RAM. Upgrade options depend on the specific motherboard configuration, so check Lenovo's support documentation for maximum supported memory.

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