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Lenovo

Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 laptop Core i7-3630QM 16GB 1TB HDD 15.6" FHD GT650M Windows 10 Home

SKU CH-RB18-0ZH7N

A 15.6-inch FHD gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-3630QM processor, NVIDIA GeForce GT650M graphics, 16GB DDR3 memory and a 1TB hard drive running Windows 10 Home

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Processor
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-3630QM
  • Quad-core i7-3630QM up to 3.4 GHz for heavy workloads
  • 6 inch FHD 1920x1080 display with discrete GT650M graphics
  • 16 GB DDR3 RAM and 1 TB HDD for large projects
  • USB 3.0 ports and Blu-ray RW drive for fast media access
  • Windows 10 Home 64-bit with backlit keyboard and UltraNav trackpad

Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 gaming laptop

The Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 is a 15.6 inch gaming laptop powered by an Intel Core i7-3630QM processor and an NVIDIA GeForce GT650M discrete graphics card. It ships with 16GB of DDR3 memory and a 1TB hard disk drive. Windows 10 Home 64-bit comes pre-installed on the system. The Full HD display and Blu-ray RW drive support multimedia and creative workflows.

USB 3.0 transfer speed and GT650M graphics limits

The laptop provides USB 3.0 ports for swift data transfer with compatible external drives and peripherals. The GT650M discrete GPU handles mainstream titles at the native 1920x1080 resolution, though modern AAA games will require reduced detail settings. The non-touch FHD panel offers standard viewing angles without touchscreen input. Bluetooth 4 connects legacy wireless accessories.

1TB hard drive capacity and 16GB memory headroom

The 1TB hard disk stores large media libraries, project files and game installs without immediate space pressure. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR3 RAM keeps multiple applications and browser tabs responsive during creative or development work. Mechanical drive speeds limit boot and load times compared to solid-state alternatives. Buyers needing faster storage or more than 16GB memory should consider other configurations.

How it compares

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

Price $764.99
Pricier than about 62% 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 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard backlightYes

Questions about this item

Which Y500 version should I choose between the 16GB RAM and 1TB HDD configuration?

This listing provides 16GB of DDR3 memory and a 1TB hard drive together, giving you ample multitasking headroom and plenty of space for games and media in one package.

What does the Core i7-3630QM's 3.4GHz turbo mean for everyday performance?

The quad-core processor can boost up to 3.4GHz when thermal headroom allows, delivering strong single-thread speed for gaming and responsive multitasking under load.

How fast is the USB 3.0 port in real use?

The USB 3.0 interface supports up to 5Gbps theoretical bandwidth, so external SSDs and large file transfers run significantly faster than on USB 2.0.

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