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Black 15.6-inch laptop with backlit keyboard and Blu-ray drive

Lenovo

Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 laptop Core i7-3630QM 8GB 1TB 15.6" FHD Blu-ray

SKU CH-K8CC-S0H94

A 15.6" FHD laptop with a Core i7-3630QM processor, NVIDIA GT650M graphics, 8GB DDR3 memory and a 1TB solid state drive, plus Blu-ray RW and backlit keyboard

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Processor
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-3630QM
  • Intel Core i7-3630QM up to 3.4 GHz for fast processing
  • 6" FHD 1920x1080 display with NVIDIA GT650M discrete graphics
  • 1TB solid state drive plus 8GB DDR3 memory for quick storage
  • Windows 10 64-bit operating system ready for Windows 11 Pro upgrade
  • Blu-ray RW drive and USB 3.0 ports for media and connectivity

Gaming and multimedia laptop

The Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 is a 15.6 inch laptop built for high-performance multimedia and gaming. It runs on an Intel Core i7-3630QM processor with 8GB of DDR3 memory. A 1TB solid state drive provides fast boot times and ample storage for large media libraries. Windows 10 Home 64-bit comes pre-installed.

Ultrabay flexibility and connectivity

The chassis includes an Ultrabay slot that currently holds a Blu-ray read-write drive for optical media use. Three USB 3.0 ports allow swift data transfer with compatible peripherals. A backlit keyboard and ThinkPad UltraNav touchpad support work in low-light conditions. Bluetooth 4 handles wireless accessory pairing.

Discrete graphics and audio

An NVIDIA GeForce GT650M discrete graphics card drives the 1920x1080 non-touch display for vivid visuals in games and creative applications. Dolby Home Theater and premium JBL speakers deliver immersive sound for movies and music. The HD webcam supports video calls and streaming.

How it compares

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

Price $926.99
Pricier than about 71% 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 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineY500
Model nameIdeaPad
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Processor
Processor modelIntel Core i7-3630QM
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
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

What USB standard does the Y500 use and what practical speed does it provide?

The laptop uses USB 3.0 for swift data transfer with external drives and peripherals.

What physical drive bay does the Y500 include for adding a second GPU or extra storage?

An Ultrabay slot is built in, allowing a second graphics card or an additional drive to be swapped in.

How is the Blu-ray drive installed in the Ultrabay and what step do buyers often miss?

Slide the drive into the Ultrabay until it clicks, then secure the retention screw on the bottom cover.

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