Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530, Sandy Bridge
Specifications
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530, Sandy Bridge (ThinkPad Edge E530 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-2450M 2 x 2.5 - 3.1 GHz, Sandy Bridge
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 660 MHz, RAM: 900 MHz, Nvidia Optimus with Intel HD Graphics 3000, nvlddmkm 8.17.12.9056 (Forceware 290.56)
Memory
4 GB
, 1x 4GB DDR3 PC3-12800, 1 empty slot
Display
15.60 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, LEN40B0 LTN156AT24401, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel HM77 (Panther Point)
Storage
WDC Scorpio Blue WD7500BPVT-08HXZT1, 750 GB
, 5400 rpm
Soundcard
Intel Panther Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller
Connections
1 USB 2.0, 3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: combined in/out audio jack, Card Reader: 4 in 1 (MMC, SDHC, SDXC, SD), 1 Fingerprint Reader, powered USB 2.0
Networking
Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit-LAN (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Centrino Wireless-N 2230 (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth Centrino Wirless Bluetooth 4.0
Optical drive
Optiarc DVD RW AD-7740H
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 35 x 377 x 245 ( = 1.38 x 14.84 x 9.65 in)
Battery
48 Wh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 720p
Weight
2.43 kg ( = 85.72 oz / 5.36 pounds), Power Supply: 450 g ( = 15.87 oz / 0.99 pounds)
Price
720 Euro
Price comparison
Average Score:
Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)
Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 84%, features: 72%, display: 69% mobility: 82%, workmanship: 86%, ergonomy: 85%, emissions: 88%
Reviews for the Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530, Sandy Bridge
Review Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530 (NZQBQGE) Notebook | Notebookcheck
Consumer laptop for business. Lenovo's ThinkPad Edge E530 is trying really hard to make an attempt at being a representative of the “ThinkPad” brand for the masses. This review will evaluate whether the offering will cut it in a market looking for leaner and meaner machines.
Consumer laptop for business. Lenovo's ThinkPad Edge E530 is trying really hard to make an attempt at being a representative of the “ThinkPad” brand for the masses. This review will evaluate whether the offering will cut it in a market looking for leaner and meaner machines.
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530 Review
Source: Notebooks.com
Archive.org version
The ThinkPad Edge E530 isn’t the sexiest or slimmest notebook available, but it does deliver the tools small business users and owners need to keep business flowing while out of the office. The matte display, great keyboard and good battery life make the ThinkPad Edge E530 a good companion for small businesses. The notebook is too thick and heavy for frequent travelers, but for users that need an affordable notebook that stands up to work outside the office the ThinkPad Edge E530 is an option worth checking out.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/05/2012
Source: Notebooks.com
Archive.org versionThe ThinkPad Edge E530 isn’t the sexiest or slimmest notebook available, but it does deliver the tools small business users and owners need to keep business flowing while out of the office. The matte display, great keyboard and good battery life make the ThinkPad Edge E530 a good companion for small businesses. The notebook is too thick and heavy for frequent travelers, but for users that need an affordable notebook that stands up to work outside the office the ThinkPad Edge E530 is an option worth checking out.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/05/2012
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530 Review
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
We're open-minded about our laptops here at Computer Shopper. That said, when we're offered a Lenovo ThinkPad for review, our mind can't help but shift to a specific preconception: "relatively expensive business laptop.This under-$700 laptop is a classic get-what-you-pay-for proposition. It performs well, but many business users will prefer the better-looking screens and richer-sounding speakers of higher-end ThinkPad models.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/13/2012
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Computer Shopper
Archive.org versionWe're open-minded about our laptops here at Computer Shopper. That said, when we're offered a Lenovo ThinkPad for review, our mind can't help but shift to a specific preconception: "relatively expensive business laptop.This under-$700 laptop is a classic get-what-you-pay-for proposition. It performs well, but many business users will prefer the better-looking screens and richer-sounding speakers of higher-end ThinkPad models.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/13/2012
Rating: Total score: 60%
Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E530 Review
Source: Digital Trends Archive.org version
The ThinkPad Edge E530 is an excellent entry into the mainstream laptop market. It has a number of advantages that you won’t find on most competitors — including a wonderful user interface, a matte display, long battery life, and useful pre-installed software. Performance is the only issue, but it’s an important one. Consumers can find much quicker laptops for a similar price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/02/2012
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Digital Trends
Archive.org versionThe ThinkPad Edge E530 is an excellent entry into the mainstream laptop market. It has a number of advantages that you won’t find on most competitors — including a wonderful user interface, a matte display, long battery life, and useful pre-installed software. Performance is the only issue, but it’s an important one. Consumers can find much quicker laptops for a similar price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/02/2012
Rating: Total score: 85%
Comment
NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M:
Multiple models based on various chips of the Fermi generation. Specifically, the GT 630M exists in GF108/GF106/GF116 variants, but are all essentially renamed GeForce GT 540M or 555M GPUs. A 28nm GF117 variant exists as well with reduced power consumption.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
2450M: Dual-core processor based on the Sandy Bridge architecture with an integrated graphics card and dual-channel DDR3 memory controller. The CPU is clocked at 2.5 GHz (Turbo Boost 2.8-3.1 GHz) and the GPU at 650 (1300 MHz Turbo).» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
