Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Plastic | Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height: | |||
| Front height |
16.96 mm (0.66 in.) |
15.52 mm (0.61 in.) | |
| Rear height |
18.99 mm (0.74 in.) |
17.50 mm (0.69 in.) | |
| Width |
358.50 mm (14.11 in.) |
358.50 mm (14.11 in.) | |
| Depth |
235.56 mm (9.27 in.) |
234.90 mm (9.24 in.) | |
| Weight
NOTE:The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
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Minimum - >1.66 kg (3.65 lb) Maximum - 1.90 kg (4.19 lb) |
Minimum - >1.63 kg (3.59 lb) Maximum - 1.94 kg (4.27 lb) |
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported by your Vostro 3520 .
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | Option four | Option five | Option six | Option seven | Option eight | Option nine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type |
11th Generation Intel Core i3-1115G4 |
11th Generation Intel Core i5-1135G7 |
11th Generation Intel Core i7-1165G7 |
Intel Pentium Gold 7505 |
12th Generation Intel Core i3-1215U |
12th Generation Intel Core i5-1235U |
12th Generation Intel Core i7-1255U |
Intel Celeron 7305 |
Intel Pentium Gold 8505 |
| Processor wattage |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
| Processor core count |
2 |
4 |
4 |
2 |
6 |
10 |
10 |
5 |
5 |
| Processor thread count |
4 |
8 |
8 |
4 |
8 |
12 |
12 |
5 |
6 |
| Processor speed |
1.70 GHz to 4.10 GHz |
2.40 GHz to 4.20 GHz |
2.80 GHz to 4.70 GHz |
2.00 GHz to 3.50 GHz |
1.20 GHz to 4.40 GHz |
1.30 GHz to 4.40 GHz |
1.70 GHz to 4.70 GHz |
Up to 1.10 GHz |
1.20 GHz to 4.40 GHz |
| Processor cache |
6 MB |
8 MB |
12 MB |
4 MB |
10 MB |
12 MB |
12 MB |
8 MB |
8 MB |
| Integrated graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported in your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Processors |
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| Chipset |
Intel Tiger Lake (Integrated with the processor) |
Intel Alder Lake (Integrated with the processor) |
| DRAM bus width |
64-bit |
64-bit |
| Flash EPROM |
8 MB +16 MB |
32 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to Gen 3 |
Up to Gen 4 |
Operating system
Your Vostro 3520 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Pro National Academic, 64-bit
- Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, 64-bit
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications that are supported by your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots |
Two SODIMM |
| Memory type |
DDR4 |
| Memory speed |
NOTE:Systems with 11th Generation Intel Core (or Tiger Lake) do not offer Type-C.
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| Maximum memory configuration |
16 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration |
4 GB |
| Memory size per slot |
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
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External ports and slots
The following table lists the external ports of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Network port |
One RJ45 Ethernet port (flip-down) |
| USB ports |
NOTE:Systems with 11th Generation Intel Core (or Tiger Lake) do not offer Type-C.
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| Audio port |
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port |
| Video port(s) |
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| Media-card reader |
One SD-card slot |
| Power-adapter port |
One 65 W AC adapter, 4.5 mm barrel |
| Security-cable slot |
One wedge-shaped lock slot |
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| M.2 |
NOTE:To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
Dell Support Site.
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Ethernet
The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Model number |
Integrated Realtek RTL8111H |
| Transfer rate |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model number |
Realtek RTL8821CE |
Intel 9462 |
Intel AX201 (optional) |
| Transfer rate |
Up to 433 Mbps |
Up to 433 Mbps |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
2.40 GHz/5.00 GHz |
2.40 GHz/5.00 GHz |
2.4 GHz/5.00 GHz |
| Wireless standards |
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| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth wireless card |
Bluetooth 5.0 |
Bluetooth 5.1 |
Bluetooth 5.2 |
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NOTE:The version of the Bluetooth wireless card may vary depending on the operating system that is installed on your computer.
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Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio controller |
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| Stereo conversion |
Supported |
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| Internal audio interface |
High definition audio interface |
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| External audio interface |
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port |
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| Number of speakers |
Two |
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| Internal-speaker amplifier |
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| External volume controls |
Keyboard shortcut controls |
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| Speaker output: | ||
| Average speaker output |
2 W |
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| Peak speaker output |
2.5 W |
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| Subwoofer output |
Not supported |
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| Microphone |
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Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Vostro 3520.
- One 2.5-inch 5400 RPM, SATA hard-disk drive
NOTE:Systems with a 4-cell battery configuration do not support a hard drive.
- One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive
- with a 2.5-inch hard-drive, the 2.5-inch hard-drive is the primary drive
- with a M.2 2230/2280 drive, the M.2 2230/2280 drive is the primary drive
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
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2.5-inch 5400 rpm, hard-disk drive |
SATA |
Up to 2 TB |
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M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe NVMe 3x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
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M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe NVMe 4x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
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M.2 2280 solid-state drive |
PCIe NVMe 4x4 |
Up to 2 TB |
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M.2 2280 solid-state drive, QLC |
PCIe NVMe 3x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
Media-card reader
The following table lists the media cards that are supported in your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Media-card type |
One SD 3.0 card |
| Media-cards supported |
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NOTE:The maximum capacity that is supported by the media-card reader varies depending on the standard of the media card that is installed on your computer.
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Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Keyboard type |
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| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Number of keys |
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| Keyboard size |
X=18.70 mm key pitch Y=18.05 mm key pitch |
| Keyboard shortcuts |
Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key.
NOTE:You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) changing
Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program.
NOTE:If Copilot in Windows is not available on your computer, the Copilot key launches Windows Search. For more information about Copilot in Windows, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at the
Dell Support site.
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Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Plastic | Aluminum | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of cameras |
One |
One |
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| Camera type |
HD camera |
FHD RGB camera |
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| Camera location |
Front camera |
Front camera |
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| Camera sensor type |
CMOS sensor technology |
CMOS sensor technology |
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| Camera resolution: | ||||
| Still image |
0.92 megapixel |
2 megapixels |
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| Video |
1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps |
1920 x 1080 (FHD) at 30 fps |
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| Diagonal viewing angle: |
78.60 degrees |
82 degrees |
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Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad resolution: | ||
| Horizontal |
> 300 DPI |
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| Vertical |
> 300 DPI |
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| Touchpad dimensions: | ||
| Horizontal |
115 mm (4.52 in.) |
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| Vertical |
80 mm (3.14 in.) |
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| Touchpad gestures | For more information about touchpad gestures available on Windows, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article at Microsoft Support Site. | |
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Type |
65 W AC adapter, 4.5 mm barrel |
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| Connector dimensions: | ||
| External diameter |
2.90 mm (0.11 in.) |
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| Internal diameter |
4.50 mm (0.17 in.) |
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| Input voltage |
100 VAC x 240 VAC |
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| Input frequency |
50 Hz x 60 Hz |
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| Input current (maximum) |
1.70 A |
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| Output current (continuous) |
3.34 A |
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| Rated output voltage |
19.50 VDC |
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| Temperature range: | ||
| Operating |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
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| Storage |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery type |
3-cell, 41 Wh lithium-polymer |
4-cell, 54 Wh lithium-polymer |
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| Battery voltage |
11.25 VDC |
15.0 VDC |
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| Battery weight (maximum) |
0.19 kg (0.41 lb) |
0.24 kg (0.55 lb) |
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| Battery dimensions: | |||
| Height |
206.40 mm (8.12 in.) |
271.90 mm (10.70 in.) |
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| Width |
82.00 mm (3.22 in.) |
82.00 mm (3.22 in.) |
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| Depth |
5.75 mm (0.22 in.) |
5.75 mm (0.22 in.) |
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| Temperature range: | |||
| Operating |
When charging battery:
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When charging battery:
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| Storage |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
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| Battery operating time | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | |
| Battery charging time (approximate)
NOTE:Control the charging time, duration, start and end time, and so on, using the settings on the MyDell application (Power option). For more information about MyDell application, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
Dell Support Site.
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Standard Charge/Predominately AC User Charge Method:
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Standard Charge/Predominately AC User Charge Method:
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| Coin-cell battery |
NA |
NA |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
CAUTION:Dell Technologies recommends that you charge the battery regularly for optimal power consumption.
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Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display type |
15.6-inch, HD |
15.6-inch, FHD |
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| Touch options |
No |
No |
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| Display-panel technology |
Twisted Nematic (TN) |
In-Plane Switching (IPS) |
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| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | |||
| Height |
193.54 mm (7.62 in.) |
193.59 mm (7.62 in.) |
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| Width |
344.23 mm (13.55 in.) |
344.16 mm (13.55 in.) |
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| Diagonal |
394.91 mm (15.55 in.) |
394.87 mm (15.55 in.) |
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| Display-panel native resolution |
1366 x 768 |
1920 x 1080 |
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| Luminance (typical) |
220 nits |
250 nits |
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| Megapixels |
1.05 M |
2.07 M |
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| Color gamut |
NTSC 45% typical |
NTSC 45% typical |
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| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
100 |
140 |
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| Contrast ratio (minimum) |
400:1 |
600:1 |
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| Response time (maximum) |
20 ms |
35 ms |
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| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
120 Hz |
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| Horizontal view angle |
40 degrees (Left/Right) |
80 degrees (Left/Right) |
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| Vertical view angle |
10 degrees (Up) / 30 degrees (Down) |
80 degrees (Up/Down) |
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| Pixel pitch |
0.252 x 0.252 mm |
0.17925 x 0.17925 mm |
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| Power consumption (maximum) |
4.20 W |
5.25 W |
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| Anti-glare vs glossy finish |
Anti-glare |
Anti-glare |
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Fingerprint reader
The following table lists the fingerprint-reader specifications of your Vostro 3520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint-reader sensor technology |
Capacitive |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor resolution |
500 dpi |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor pixel size |
108 x 88 |
GPU—Integrated
The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Vostro 3520.
| Controller | Memory size | Processor |
|---|---|---|
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Intel UHD Graphics |
Shared system memory |
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Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Shared system memory |
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GPU—Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Vostro 3520.
| Controller | Memory size | Memory type |
|---|---|---|
|
NVIDIA GeForce MX550 |
2 GB |
GDDR6 |
Hardware security
The following table lists the hardware security of your Vostro 3520.
| Hardware security |
|---|
| Fingerprint Reader (optional) |
| One wedge-shaped lock slot |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Vostro 3520.
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Description | Operating | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range |
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Vibration (maximum)* |
0.66 GRMS |
1.30 GRMS |
| Shock (maximum) |
110 G† |
160 G† |
| Altitude range |
-15.2 m to 3048 m (-49.80 ft to 10000 ft) |
-15.2 m to 10668 m (-49.80 to 35000 ft) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates the user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse.




























