Lenovo recommends Windows. 
Home >
 

Technical Specifications

 PDF IdeaPad Z500 Datasheet
Description IdeaPad Z500 Laptop
CPU/Chipset
  • 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7-3520M
  • 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5-3210M
  • 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i3-3110M
Operating System
  • Windows 8 64
Memory
  • 4GB, 6GB, 8GB (DDR3)
Graphics
  • Intel® HD Graphics 4000
Dimensions
  • 375 x 263 x 9.7-25.4 mm (14.8 x 10.4 x 0.38-1.0")
Camera
  • 0.3MP fixed-focus (720p HD) webcam
  • 1.0MP fixed-focus (720p HD) webcam
Display
  • 15.6" backlit LED HD display (16:9 widescreen) (1366x768) (220 NIT)

Weight
  • 6.37 lbs
I/O Ports
  • 1 USB 3.0 port
  • 2 USB 2.0 ports
  • 2-in-1 card reader (SD/MMC)
  • Combo jack
  • VGA
  • HDMI
  • RJ-45
Storage
  • HDD: 500GB, 1TB (5,400 rpm)
Wireless Connectivity
  • Intel Centrino Wireless N-2230
  • Bluetooth®
ODD
  • RAMBO DVD-Recordable Dual Layer
Keyboard
  • AccuType keyboard with backlight
Battery Life
  • Up to 5.5 hours/ 4-cell battery
Security Features
  • OneKey® Recovery System

Software Offerings

Pre-Loaded Applications
  • Accuweather
  • Amazon Kindle
  • Cyberlink YouCam
  • Evernote
  • Intelligent Touchpad
  • Lenovo Cloud Storage by SugarSync
  • Lenovo Companion
  • Lenovo Energy Management
  • Lenovo Support
  • McAfee® AntiVirus Plus
  • Microsoft® Office 2010 (purchase of product key required for activation)
  • OneKey® Rescue System
  • OneKey® Theater
  • PowerDVD
  • RaRa
  • Skype

Software may vary by region.

 

Service Offerings

Lenovo Services Support Lenovo Services Accidental Damage Protection
Lenovo offers a portfolio of award-winning services to support and protect your IdeaPad Z500 investment. Lenovo Services help you go the distance with your PC, saving you from unexpected repair costs. Available services include:
  • Warranty Extensions (1 year to 3 years)
    • Keep your PC protected by extending your warranty. Lenovo offers warranty extensions to match up with how long you anticipate using your new system. Staying in warranty can help save you from expensive repair costs assocaited with system components.
  • In-Home Service
    • Don't be stranded without your PC — let Lenovo come to you with fast repair services in your own home.
 Accidents happen, but it's still possible to protect yourself from expensive repairs. Lenovo provides coverage for non-warranted damage incurred under normal operating conditions, such as minor spills, drops, or damage to the display.