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Black Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 laptop with 15.6 inch screen and backlit keyboard

Lenovo

Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 laptop Core i7-3630QM 16GB 1TB 15.6" 1920x1080

SKU CH-9N1Q-3CN7E

A 15.6 inch full-HD gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-3630QM processor, NVIDIA GT650M graphics, 16GB DDR3 memory and a 1TB hard drive running Windows 8.1 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Processor
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-3630QM
  • Intel Core i7-3630QM reaches 3.4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • NVIDIA GT650M discrete graphics handles demanding games and creative apps
  • 6 inch 1920x1080 FHD display delivers sharp visuals for work and play
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory and 1 TB hard drive provide ample space and speed
  • USB 3.0 ports plus Blu-ray writer enable fast transfers and disc authoring

Built for multimedia and gaming

The Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 is a 15.6-inch laptop equipped with an Intel Core i7-3630QM processor, 16GB of DDR3 memory and a 1TB hard drive. It ships with Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit and features a non-touch Full HD display at 1920x1080 resolution. Discrete NVIDIA GeForce GT650M graphics handle visual workloads. A backlit keyboard, Bluetooth 4 and USB 3.0 ports round out the core feature set.

Sustained performance with discrete graphics

The GT650M discrete GPU provides dedicated video memory for gaming and graphics-intensive applications, reducing reliance on system RAM during extended sessions. The quad-core i7-3630QM runs at up to 3.4GHz, maintaining higher clocks across multi-threaded tasks such as rendering or encoding. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR3 memory supports large project files and multitasking without frequent paging to the mechanical drive.

Thermals, noise and power in daily use

The Ultrabay design allows the graphics module to be swapped, which can alter thermal output and acoustic profile depending on the installed configuration. Under typical mixed workloads, the cooling system manages heat from the CPU and discrete GPU while the 1TB hard drive adds minimal thermal load. Fan noise scales with combined processor and graphics utilisation during gaming or video export.

How it compares

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

Price $713.99
Pricier than about 59% 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
Product lineY500
Model nameIdeaPad
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Processor
Processor modelIntel Core i7-3630QM
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth support4
Ports & slots
USB ports3
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 8.1 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard backlightYes

Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the Y500 get when the Core i7-3630QM and GT650M run at 3.4 GHz all day?

The 3.4 GHz quad-core processor and discrete GT650M graphics share a single cooling system; sustained loads will spin the fans audibly and warm the chassis, so use a hard surface for airflow.

What must I already own to use the 16 GB DDR3 memory and 1 TB drive immediately?

Nothing extra is required — the 16 GB DDR3 and 1 TB hard drive are installed and the Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit OS is pre-loaded, so the laptop is ready to boot.

Will my older USB 2.0 peripherals work with the Y500's USB 3.0 ports?

Yes, the three USB 3.0 ports are backward compatible, so existing USB 2.0 mice, keyboards and drives connect and function at USB 2.0 speeds.

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