Lenovo launches IdeaPad Y580 laptop with Ivy Bridge processor

| Updated: Monday, June 11, 2012, 14:35 [IST]

Lenovo announced IdeaPad Y580 with quad core Ivy Bridge processors. The system will also have GeForce GTX 660M for better graphics performance and a lot more standard specs like its earlier models. Lenovo IdeaPad Y580 was already out in market by this April and is now coming refreshed with Ivy Bridge processors.

To talk about the dimension of this laptop, Lenovo IdeaPad Y580 measures 15.16 x 10.04 x 1.41 inches and weighs 2.7 Kg. It doesn’t fall in the label of ultraportable anyway with this dimension. It features a 15-inch wide display screen with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution. A trackpad facilitates easy and quick means of inputting.

The stand out feature without any doubt is the availability of most advanced processor. You don’t need to worry about the operating efficiency of the system as it is powered by the latest quad core Ivy Bridge processors. Apart from the 2.3GHz Core i7 processor, having an 8GB DDR3 RAM also helps to improve the operating speed. The graphics performance in this Lenovo system is ensured with Nvidia GeForce GTX 660M GPU of 2GB.

You can enjoy various multimedia features with this system including an integrated 1MP webcam along with Microphone. Good audio functionality is offered by JBL Stereo Speakers. There are also options to support DVD and Blu-Ray Drive which is readable as well as writeable. Secondary storage is possible with a 1TB Hard Drive or else an optional SSD.

The connectivity and also data transfer options available in this Lenovo laptop includes HDMI, two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0 and also Audio Ports. It comes up with a memory card reader and also an optional TV tuner as well. The wireless connectivity functionality with the system is facilitated by Wi-Fi, WiDi, Bluetooth, and also Gigabit LAN. Standard battery offers operating time of up to 5 Hours on a single charge.

You can have a Lenovo IdeaPad Y580 by spending around Rs. 47,000/- for a base model. The higher end model price tag may go even up to Rs. 60,000/-. The latest Lenovo model ships in standard black outfit. Gamers as well as consumers who are looking forward to performance laptops can very well choose Lenovo IdeaPad Y580.