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Lenovo has announced a new version of the the W series mobile workstation, the ThinkPad W520 which comes with a wide array of features designed to meet the demands of high need business users who don’t want to sacrifice power while on the road. The W520 notebook announcement is part of the ThinkPad 2011 refresh including the T and L Series.
ThinkPad W520 Quick Specs:
As a mobile workstation the W520 is able to be configured with high end options. Notably the ThinkPad W520 can be configured with the Intel Core i7-2920XM 2.5GHz Second Gen Intel Core i processor, up to 32GB RAM, up to a 500GB 7200RPM hard drive or 160GB SSD. The Graphics options include up to the NVIDIA QUADRO 2000M 2GB VRAM GPU. There are numerous options for WiMax, WiFi and cellular connectivity.
Other enhancements include fast booting options with Lenovo RapidDrive and the ability to run on TurboBoost longer thanks to TurboBoost+ which allows Lenovo notebooks to stay in TurboBoost mode for extended periods.
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ThinkPad W520 Features:
On top of the newest options, the ThinkPad W520 comes with numerous features that set it apart including an optional industry first integrated color calibrator. The W520 is also Milspec tested for ruggedness, allowing for use in a harsher environment.
Other new enhancements include the ability to dial in voice chat to either one user or to listen to all users in conference mode, and the W520 also comes with keyboard noise suppression so that you can take notes while on a video chat.
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The W520 can be closed up for the walk form one room to another without losing the WiFi connection and IT admins will appreciate the interoperability between W, T and L series ThinkPads.
ThinkPad W520 Battery Life:
The ThinkPad W520 battery life varies with configurations, but with the standard 9-cell battery the life can range from 8.9 hours up to 10.7 hours. The W520 can make use of the T Series Slice Battery to extend the battery life greatly.
Lenovo ThinkPad W520 Pricing and Availability:
The Lenovo ThinkPad W520 will be available on March 29th with a starting price of $1,329 along with the rest of the ThinkPad T, ThinkPad L and ThinkPad W lines.
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ThinkPad W520 Specs:
Brand | Lenovo |
Model | ThinkPad W520 |
Processor | Intel® Core™ i7-2920XM (2.50GHz, 8MB L3, 1600MHz FSB, 55W) Intel® Core™ i7-2820QM (2.30GHz, 8MB L3, 1600MHz FSB, 45W) Intel® Core™ i7-2720QM (2.20GHz, 6MB L3, 1600MHz FSB, 45W) Intel® Core™ i7-2630QM (2.00GHz, 6MB L3, 1333MHz FSB)3 Intel® Core™ i7-2620M (2.70GHz, 4MB L3, 1333MHz FSB, 35W) Intel® Core™ i5-2540M (2.60GHz, 3MB L3, 1333MHz FSB, 35W) Intel® Core™ i5-2520M (2.50GHz, 3MB L3, 1333MHz FSB, 35W) |
Operating System | Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32-bit |
Hard Disk | 160GB (7200RPM SATA)1 250GB (5400RPM SATA) 250GB HDD 7200 RPM FDE1 320GB (5400/7200RPM SATA) 500GB (7200RPM SATA) 80GB Intel® Micro SSD 128GB SSD 160GB SSD |
Memory / RAM | Choice: Up to 32GB |
RAM speed | 1333MHz |
Memory Type | DDR3 |
Optical Drive | Multiburner |
Keyboard | Improved ergonomic design, ThinkPad UltraNav multipointing system, including TrackPoint pointing device and larger multitouch touchpad with flush design, larger Esc and Delete keys, separate microphone and speaker mute buttons with LEDs, VoIP Fn+F6 hotkey combination, LEDs added to CapsLk key, power-on button and fingerprint reader |
Graphics Card | NVIDIA® QUADRO® 1000M 2GB VRAM with 96 CUDA CORES NVIDIA® QUADRO® 2000M 2GB VRAM with 192 CUDA CORES |
Available Integrated Communication | WWAN ,Bluetooth 2.1, WiMAX, WLAN |
Supported WLAN Card | Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 (Kilmer Peak) 2×2 AGN Intel® Centrino® Ultimate-N 6300 (Puma Peak) 3×3 AGN (performance) Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6205 (Taylor Peak) 2×2 AGN (performance) |
Supported WWAN Card | Gobi™ 3000 Sierra Wireless EV-DO/HSPA WWAN Minicard Ericsson HSPA + WWAN Minicard (F5521gw) LeadCore TD-SCDMA WWAN Minicard (LC5730D) Huawei EV-DO WWAN Minicard (EM660) |
WebCam | 720p HD |
Microphone | dual digital microphones |
Warranty | Parts coverage (1 year, 2 year, 3 year models available), 1 year battery |
Dimensions | 14.68in x 9.65in x 1.26in -> 1.41in 372.8mm x 245.1mm x 31.8 -> 35.6mm |
Weights | Starting at 5.95lbs (2.7kg) starting weight with optical driveC Smart Card Reader (optional) |
Display | HD, HD+, FHD 15.6 inch, 16:9, LED |
USB Ports | 2 USB 3.0 ports, 1 Powered USB 2.0 |
eSata Port | 1 eSATA port/USB2.0 Combo |
Other ports and slots | 34mm ExpressCard and mm C Smart Card Reader (optional) |
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Ratings Breakdown (1-10)
- Software & Support
- 9
- Upgrade Capabilities
- 8
- Usability
- 9
- Design
- 7
- Performance
- 9
- Features
- 9
- Price/Value Rating
- 7
- Total Score:
- 8.29
- Rating 1 to 10, top score 10
Overview
Pros
- Excellent all-around performance
- Beautiful 95% color gamut FHD display
- Solid build quality
- Comfortable keyboard with great tactile feedback
Cons
- Collects dust and grease easily
- Below par audio quality
- Expensive for some configurations and options
Quick Take
A true 15-inch ThinkPad mobile workstation, the W520 delivers serious performance for professionals who need it.
The Lenovo ThinkPad W520 is Lenovo’s upgrade to the W510 mobile workstation notebook. This 15.6-inch notebook is powered by up to an Intel Core i7-2920XM processor and equipped with up to a discrete NVIDIA Quadro 2000M GPU, switchable to Intel HD integrated graphics. Like last year?s model, the full HD (FHD) displays on the 1920 x 1080 resolution models have a 95% color gamut and a huey PRO color calibration system application. At the time of writing this review Lenovo has not yet announced if there will be an upcoming multi-touch screen option like last year or not.
In this review we will measure the ThinkPad W520 up with other workstations in its class by putting every specific detail of it to the test. Read on to find out if this is the laptop for you.
Our Lenovo ThinkPad W520 Specifications:
- 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) LED backlit display, 95% color gamut, matte, 16:9 ratio
- Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
- Intel Core i7-2920XM quad-core CPU (2.50GHz, 8MB cache), Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 (3.50GHz)
- NVIDIA Quadro 2000M w/2GB DDR3 VRAM GPU switchable to Intel HD Graphics 3000
- 8GB DDR3 RAM (4GB + 4GB)
- 500GB at 7200 RPM SATA hard drive (Seagate Momentus)
- Multiburner combo drive
- Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 (802.11 a/b/g/n wireless) and Bluetooth
- 9-cell Li-ion battery (94Whr), 170W and 20V adapter
- Lenovo Fingerprint Reader
- Dimensions: 14.68″ x 9.65″ x 1.29-1.44″
- Starting at 5.75 lbs with 9-cell battery and at 5.40 lbs with 6-cell battery
- Retail price: starting at $1,299, as configured: $2,969
- Warranty: 1-year for parts
Build and Design
ThinkPad workstations have always been known to be top-of-the-line, updated systems in terms of performance, FHD display, build quality, battery and power consumption, and carry a host of features such as the Fingerprint Reader, nice upgrade options, and a great port selection. This workstation is expected to live up to those who have high ThinkPad standards and expectations.
From the looks of it, the outer build of the W520 is about the same as the previous generation workstation model, the W510. Lenovo stuck with the same ultra sturdy hinges, still evenly built width-wise due to a build fix to the older models. The hinge and display cover are so well-built that it takes a good amount of force to even tilt the screen back or forward (which is reassuring of course). The palm rest and keyboard are both extremely tough as well?showing no flex when typing regularly and only a minimal amount of flex when trying to press down extremely hard.
Some minor outer design changes include the newly-added Lenovo company label on the front of the screen casing, new carbon fiber mixed with the glass fiber onto the display cover (no more reinforced plastic), and the absence of paint over the glass fiber/reinforced plastic on the base. On that note, some consumers may find that the finish on the base and display cover to be disconcerting because it easily collects dust, grease, and fingerprints. In short, the finish may prove to be high maintenance throughout the daily usage of the notebook. Even though most black-colored notebooks will seem to show dust more often just because of the color, this laptop seems to carry grease from the fingers more so than most other business notebooks I?ve had the pleasure of using.
Lenovo made the bottom upgrade panels and keyboard easy to remove, for the most part, and labeled each screw spot appropriately. For example, if you?ve had even just a little bit of experience with upgrading notebooks you will most likely know right away which screws to remove to get to the RAM under the keyboard due to Lenovo?s icons. The bottom of the workstation provides simple access to the first two memory slots and another simple access panel for the hard drive. There is one screw you?ll have to remove to get to the hard drive and two screws to remove to reach the bottom RAM panel (and two to open up the keyboard). The wireless card under the keyboard should not take very long to locate and remove if you?re looking to swap it out. One other thing I?d like to mention is that the W520 has a potential capacity of up to 32GB of RAM, but for now you will only be able to upgrade to 16GB at the time of purchase.
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Ports and Features
The W520 offers an impressive, extensive span of ports. Just as the W510, this workstation has two USB SuperSpeed 3.0, one USB 2.0, one USB 2.0/eSATA, VGA, DisplayPort out, FireWire 400, ExpressCard/34, SDHC-card reader, and a headset combo jack. Work professionals will be pleased at the two USB 3.0 ports and 4-in-1 card slot included and will have the option of adding a Smart Card Reader. At this point Lenovo has not yet released an option for Blu-Ray as they did last time. Our system has a multiburner optical drive.