Dell Inspiron 15 3520 Touchscreen Laptop, Core i5-1235U, 8GB RAM

Dell Inspiron 15 3520 Touchscreen: Everyday Power Meets Convenience

The Dell Inspiron 15 3520 Touchscreen Laptop combines responsive performance with intuitive control. Built around the 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U, it delivers smooth multitasking across applications with its 10-core (two performance, eight efficiency) architecture peaking at up to 4.4 GHz. This model includes 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe SSD, offering crisp responsiveness from startup to everyday workflows.

Clear Touch Interaction on a 15.6" FHD Display

Navigate and create with ease using a vibrant 15.6-inch Full HD touchscreen that offers sharp visuals and fluid control. The WVA display supports 1920 × 1080 resolution, enhancing both productivity and media playback. Dell’s anti-glare coating reduces eye strain during long usage.

Reliable Graphics and Room for Expansion

Powered by Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics, the Inspiron 15 3520 handles light design tasks, media streaming, and casual gaming with finesse. Its dual-channel memory architecture (expandable to 16GB) paired with speedy PCIe SSD storage ensures performance scalability, perfect for future needs.

Modern Design, Everyday Versatility

Crafted with narrow borders and a slim chassis, this Inspiron keeps your workspace uncluttered. Connect easily with USB Type-C, USB-A, HDMI, and SD card reader ports. It also supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 for stable connectivity. The precision touchpad paired with a comfortable keyboard completes the user-friendly setup.

Tailored for Students, Creatives, and Hybrid Work

Whether you're studying, editing documents, sketching, or switching from tablet to laptop mode, this touchscreen Inspiron adapts to your needs. It brings everyday efficiency with its balance of performance, display smoothness, and portability, making it a smart companion for digital life.

Display:

Size & Resolution: 15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080), anti‑glare WVA/VA panel 

Touch: Touchscreen enabled 

Brightness & Color: Approximately 220 nits, 45% NTSC color gamut, contrast around 700:1, 60 Hz refresh rate 

Processor (CPU):

Model: Intel Core i5‑1235U (12th Gen Alder Lake, 10 cores: 2P + 8E, 12 threads) 

Clock Speeds: Base around 0.9–1.3 GHz, boosts up to 4.4 GHz 

Thermals: Base TDP 15 W (peak turbo up to ~55 W) 

Memory (RAM):

Capacity: 8 GB DDR4 (one of two slots used; upgradeable) 

Max Supported: Up to 16 GB (some sources mention 32 GB) 

Speed: DDR4‑2666 or DDR4‑3200 (reports vary) 

Storage:

Type: 512 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD 

Interface: PCIe 3.0 ×4 (some models may support PCIe 4.0) 

Graphics:

Integrated GPU: Intel UHD Graphics 

Connectivity & Ports:

USB Ports:

1 × USB‑A 2.0

1 × USB‑A 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)

HDMI: 1 × HDMI 1.4 output 

Card Reader: SD/SDXC reader 

Networking:

Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) per some spec sheets

Others note Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) 

Bluetooth 5.2 or even Bluetooth 4.2 depending on source 

Camera & Audio:

Webcam: 720p HD (0.9 MP), includes built‑in microphone; some versions have a physical shutter 

Speakers: Stereo setup, generally modest output 

Keyboard & Input:

Keyboard: Full‑size (includes numeric keypad), island‑style, non‑backlit 

Touchpad: Multi‑touch enabled 

Battery & Power:

Battery: Approximately 41 Wh / 3644 mAh (3‑cell Lithium‑Polymer/Lithium‑ion) 

Charger: 65 W AC adapter, supports fast‑charging and USB‑C power delivery (model‑dependent) 

Operating System & Build:

OS: Windows 11 Home in S Mode (upgradeable to full version) 

Build: Plastic chassis, Carbon Black finish, weighs ~1.9 kg (~3.7 lb) 

Performance & User Insights:

Battery Life: Consumer Reports bench tests show ~9.75 h of light web browsing, ~7 h of video playback—adequate for a workday 

Performance: Good for everyday tasks (web, streaming, office), but limited for heavier workloads like video/photo editing due to integrated graphics 

Ergonomics: Comfortable keyboard layout, dedicated number pad; touchscreen is useful but prone to fingerprints and swipe friction 

Display: Anti‑reflective with wide viewing angles, but dimmer and less color‑accurate than higher‑end displays