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**Intel Core i5 2520M, 3210M, 3230M or 3320M (Ivy Bridge) 2.5, 2.6 GHz CPU (models differ on Turbo Boost speed from 3.1 to 3.3 GHz) | **Intel Core i5 2520M, 3210M, 3230M or 3320M (Ivy Bridge) 2.5, 2.6 GHz CPU (models differ on Turbo Boost speed from 3.1 to 3.3 GHz) | ||
or | *or | ||
**Intel Core i7 3520M (Ivy Bridge) 2.9 GHz CPU | **Intel Core i7 3520M (Ivy Bridge) 2.9 GHz CPU | ||
*4GB module PC3-12800 memory standard, 16GB max | *4GB module PC3-12800 memory standard, 16GB max | ||
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The CPU merits a special mention as the Ivy Bridge generation brought some of the largest improvements in CPU performance after many i- series CPU revisions. This means that the performance jump and comparison with previous and future generations is in an interesting spot. Future CPUs do not show the same generational performance jump while the jump over previous ones makes no case for considering the first and second iteration of i CPUs any serious improvements over the old Core 2 Duos. The Ivy Bridge lineup also marks an important divergence point in Lenovo's product lineup as Thinkpads would slowly go towards more portability and less CPU performance upto the 2018 Thinkpad lineups. In a silent matter, Lenovo dropped performance on later Thinkpad models and only the 2018 lineup presents a serious jump over the T430 and T530 laptop lineups in CPU capability. Only graphics will slowly improve upto that point in time. | The CPU merits a special mention as the Ivy Bridge generation brought some of the largest improvements in CPU performance after many i- series CPU revisions. This means that the performance jump and comparison with previous and future generations is in an interesting spot. Future CPUs do not show the same generational performance jump while the jump over previous ones makes no case for considering the first and second iteration of i CPUs any serious improvements over the old Core 2 Duos. The Ivy Bridge lineup also marks an important divergence point in Lenovo's product lineup as Thinkpads would slowly go towards more portability and less CPU performance upto the 2018 Thinkpad lineups. In a silent matter, Lenovo dropped performance on later Thinkpad models and only the 2018 lineup presents a serious jump over the T430 and T530 laptop lineups in CPU capability. Only graphics will slowly improve upto that point in time. | ||
The LCD screen continues to be the biggest letdown, but for different reasons than on previous models. This series features a 16:9 format | The LCD screen continues to be the biggest letdown, but for different reasons than on previous models. This series is the second one that features a 16:9 format with no improvement in chassis design. The issue is that for similar productivity, screens could have been larger, in the same chassis, with minor modifications. With no changes, usability actually takes a hit from the previous laptop generation. The only slight improvement over the previous Thinkpad series is in the screen's slightly improved colour reproduction, contrast and backlight. | ||
The wireless networking performance remains largely in line with the previous Thinkpad generation, | The wireless networking performance remains largely in line with the previous Thinkpad generation, with no discernible improvement. However, since the 420/520 laptop series no Thinkpad used the fastest networking as the 3x3 antenna configuration has not been available and only the 2x2 one was. The removable drive bay can house an optical drive or a hard drive/ssd drive, if you can find a compatible caddy. The rechargeable battery can be easily removed or replaced. The BIOS and timekeeping battery is a standard CR2032 3V button cell. | ||
The chassis remains a mixed bag. In fact, Lenovo continued to be focused on cost saving approaches and serviceability goals but this slightly reduced the case's rigidity, particularly on the lower and top side of the case. On some laptops there is still a visible curving of the under chassis, despite quite pristine conditions, due to poor manufacturing. The display hinges are still durable but the latching mechanism seems less sturdy than on previous models. The integrated speakers are quite good, although their technology is not the best. | The chassis remains a mixed bag. In fact, Lenovo continued to be focused on cost saving approaches and serviceability goals but this slightly reduced the case's rigidity, particularly on the lower and top side of the case. On some laptops there is still a visible curving of the under chassis, despite quite pristine conditions, due to poor manufacturing. The display hinges are still durable but the latching mechanism seems less sturdy than on previous models. The integrated speakers are quite good, although their technology is not the best. | ||