Dell Latitude 3520

The Dell Latitude 3520 is an essential 15.6-inch business-class laptop designed to balance affordability with professional reliability. Part of Dell’s 3000-series, it serves as an entry point into the Latitude ecosystem, focusing on core productivity for remote workers, small businesses, and students.

Core Specifications

The 3520 is highly configurable, typically featuring 11th Gen Intel hardware:

• Processor: Options range from Intel Core i3 up to i7-1165G7 (4 cores, up to 4.7 GHz).

• Memory: Two SODIMM slots supporting up to 32GB DDR4 (3200 MHz), making it easily upgradeable.

• Storage: Supports M.2 NVMe SSDs (up to 1TB) and optional 2.5-inch SATA drives on certain battery configurations.

• Graphics: Integrated Intel UHD or Iris Xe Graphics; optional NVIDIA GeForce MX450 for light graphical tasks.

• Display: 15.6-inch screen available in:

  • HD (1366 x 768) anti-glare (220 nits).

  • FHD (1920 x 1080) WVA anti-glare (250 nits), with optional touch support.

Design and Build

While the chassis is primarily constructed from high-quality polycarbonate (plastic), it features a modern, professional aesthetic with a dark finish and polished sidewalls.

• Portability: Weighs approximately 1.79 kg (3.95 lbs) with a thickness of 18.06 mm, making it thinner and lighter than its predecessor (the 3510).

• Input: Includes a full-sized keyboard with a 10-key numeric keypad and a 10% larger touchpad compared to previous generations.

• Privacy: Features a mechanical privacy shutter on the webcam and an optional fingerprint reader integrated into the power button.

Connectivity and Battery

The Latitude 3520 is designed for a “work-from-anywhere” lifestyle:

• Ports: * 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 (supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery).

  • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (one with PowerShare).

  • 1x USB 2.0.

  • HDMI 1.4a, RJ-45 Ethernet, and a MicroSD card reader.

• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.1/5.2; optional eSIM for LTE mobile broadband.

• Battery: Available in 3-cell (41Wh) or 4-cell (54Wh) options, supporting ExpressCharge, which can recharge up to 80% in about an hour.