Description
Item specifics Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. Brand: Lenovo Warranty: Seller Warranty Model: Z580 Bundled Items: Graphic/Multi Media Card, Speakers, Internal Disk Drive, WebCam MPN: Z580 SSD Capacity: Not Specified (Others) Operating System: Windows 10 Family Line: IdeaPad Screen Size: 15.6″ Dual Boot: Yes Processor: Intel Core i5 – 3rd Generation Type: Notebook Processor Speed: 2.20 GHz Graphic Card: 2 GB Graphics Processing Type: Integrated/On-Board Graphics Dedicated Graphics Memory: 2 GB Memory: 8 GB Processor Brand: Intel Hard Drive Capacity: 1 TB Touch Screen: No Colour: Black Utility: Home/Office Review Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 Notebook Felix Sold (translated by Leon Lissner), 09/13/2012 Budgetainer. The best way to describe the new Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 might be “a mix of cheap and entertaining”. The plastic case includes a 15.6-inch screen, the latest connections, and attractive hardware. Our test model features the Core i5-3210M and an Nvidia GeForce GT 630M, corresponding to the middle of the pack in terms of both price and performance. As a mid-ranged multimedia notebook priced in the 600 to 800 Euro (~$750 to $1000) range, the Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 competes in a contested product field which is served by almost all notebook manufacturers. The Chinese manufacturer offers many configurations capable of covering many divergent needs for the multimedia sector. Between the basic model with a dual-core CPU and a DVD drive and the top-of-the-line configuration with a potent quad-core processor and Blu-ray drive, our sample M81EAGE configuration represents the middle-class model of the series. A constant in all configurations is a 15.6-inch glossy, glare-type 1366×768 display. Our test model came equipped with an Intel Core i5-3210M dual-core processor from the current Ivy Bridge family, an Nvidia GeForce GT 630M with 2 GB of GDDR3 memory, 8 GB RAM, and a 1 TB hard drive. Other features include a 720p webcam, a 6-cell battery for mobility, and a keyboard with a dedicated numeric keypad. The notebook can be optionally configured with an Intel Core i7-3612QM and an Nvidia GeForce GT 640M. In this review, we will consider how our 699 Euro (~$875) test model compares to competitors, some of which feature faster components. Case An average case with an aluminum look. Visually, the Lenovo IdeaPad Z580 differs only slightly from the Lenovo IdeaPad Y580 of which we previously tested the US version. The charcoal and gray color scheme is pleasing at first glance. While the plastic surfaces imitate the look of brushed aluminum, the haptics and feel of the material differs. Furthermore, there is a more conspicuous red version of the Z580 which may be preferable depending on taste. All in all, most of the surfaces are glossy and fingerprints accumulate easily and are rather visible. The display cover is no exception. The workmanship left a good impression but transitions were sharp and definitely noticeable to the touch. As well, stability was not perfect. Under higher pressures, the wrist rest and keyboard depress. The screen visibly yielded under pressure and distortions were obvious. The display hinges, on the other hand, were tight and could be opened up to 135 degrees. It is worth mentioning that the tightness of the hinges caused the entire base unit to lift at times and might make working in a car or on a train difficult. The notebook’s total weight of 2.44 kg (5.37 pounds) is not atypical for this class but some other multimedia notebooks are slimmer and lighter. One example of this is the new Apple MacBook Pro with Retina Display which carries a very significant price increase. This is quite literally a comparison of Apples and oranges. Connectivity The Lenovo IdeaPad Z580’s connectivity is up-to-date for a device of its class. A total of four USB ports are provided, two of which use the latest USB 3.0 standard. Other features include an HDMI port, a card reader on the front edge, and two audio ports. Our test model also features a DVD drive. By comparison, the higher-price configurations of the IdeaPad Z580 use a Blu-ray drive for High-Definition movies. With the exception of the card reader, the positioning of the ports is limited to the left and right sides of the case. We found that the distribution and spacing of the ports could have been handled better, especially on the right side of the notebook where audio cables or an externally connected USB 2.0 device could hinder the use of an external mouse. Left side: Kensington, VGA, RJ-45, HDMI, 2x USB 3.0 Right side: Audio, 2x USB 2.0, DVD, Power Front: Status-LEDs, Card Reader Communication We found the IdeaPad Z580 more or less sufficient in terms of communications. Wireless features are provided by the Intel Centrino Wireless-N 2200 module. This module supports both IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi standards and Bluetooth version 4.0 f
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.