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Black Dell Inspiron 3520 laptop closed carbon black finish 15.6 inch screen

DELL

DELL Inspiron 3520 laptop i5-1135G7 16GB 256GB 15.6" 120Hz Win 11 Pro

SKU CH-5TJ3-RER8N

A 15.6" 120Hz laptop with 16GB DDR4, 256GB NVMe storage and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 11th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel Iris Xe Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 up to 4.2 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps running smoothly
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows 11 Pro in seconds
  • 6 inch 120 Hz Full HD display renders motion clearly
  • Wi‑Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 5.0 connect peripherals wirelessly

Home & Business Laptop

The Dell Inspiron 3520 is a 15.6 inch laptop built for home and business users who need a 120 Hz Full HD IPS display, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB 2230 PCIe NVMe SSD. It runs Windows 11 Pro on an 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics. Buyers who need a dedicated GPU or more internal storage should look elsewhere.

Thermals & Power

A 65 W power supply charges the 3 cell 41 WHr battery while the system handles everyday workloads. The Carbon Black chassis uses integrated graphics, which keeps typical power draw and fan noise lower than discrete GPU designs. Wireless connectivity relies on 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under prolonged multi-core tasks the 4 core 8 thread CPU can reach 4.2 GHz turbo before thermal limits throttle clocks. The 120 Hz panel remains responsive, but integrated graphics performance caps frame rates in heavy 3D work. The 256 GB NVMe SSD delivers consistent read and write speeds without thermal throttling.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $272.99
Cheaper than about 86% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineInspiron 3520
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeWork / Business
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 11th Gen
Turbo clock speed4.2 GHz
L3 cache size8 MB Cache
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speed8 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB 2230 PCIe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.0
Ports & slots
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

Questions about this item

How do I add a second 2230 PCIe NVMe SSD to the Inspiron 3520, and what step is often missed?

Remove the base cover, insert the 2230 drive into the open M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle, then secure it with the single screw; the step often missed is re-enabling the second drive in the BIOS before Windows sees it.

Which component will need replacement first during the laptop's life?

The 3-cell 41 WHr battery will degrade before the soldered 16GB DDR4 memory or the 256GB NVMe SSD, so plan a battery swap once runtime drops below your needs.

What thermal limit appears first when the i5-1135G7 runs at 4.2 GHz for extended periods?

The 65W power adapter and shared heat pipe cannot dissipate sustained turbo loads, so the CPU throttles to its base 2.40 GHz once the chassis hits its thermal ceiling.

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