Lenovo Core i31215U 15.6 Laptop Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Lenovo
Table of Contents
Lenovo Core i31215U 15.6 Laptop Instruction Manual
OVERVIEW
1. Power connector | 5. Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) |
---|---|
2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 6. Ethernet (RJ-45) |
3. HDMI | 7. USB 2.0 |
4. USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 | 8. Kensington Nano Security Slot |
PERFORMANCE
Processor
Processor Family
12th Generation Intel® Core™ i3 / i5 / i7 Processor
Processor**
Processor Name| Cores| Threads| Base Frequency| Max Frequency| Cache| Memory
Support| Processor Graphics
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Core i3- 1215U| 6 (2 P-core + 4 E-core)| 8| P-core 1.2GHz / E- core 0.9GHz|
P-core 4.4GHz / E- core 3.3GHz| 10MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics
Core i5- 1235U| 10 (2 P-core +
8 E-core)
| 12| P-core 1.3GHz / E- core 0.9GHz| P-core 4.4GHz / E- core 3.3GHz| 12MB|
DDR4-3200| Intel Iris® Xe Graphics
Core i7- 1255U| 10 (2 P-core +
8 E-core)
| 12| P-core 1.7GHz / E- core 1.2GHz| P-core 4.7GHz / E- core 3.5GHz| 12MB| DDR4-3200| Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Operating System
Operating System**
- Windows® 11 Pro 64
- Windows 11 Home 64
- Windows 11 DG Windows 10 Pro 64
- No operating system
Graphics
Graphics**
Graphics | Type | Memory | TGP | Key Features |
---|---|---|---|---|
Intel UHD Graphics | Integrated | Shared | Share CPU TDP | DirectX® 12 |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Integrated | Shared | Share CPU TDP | DirectX 12 |
Notes:
Intel Iris Xe Graphics capability requires system to be configured with Intel
Core i5 or i7 processor and dual-channel memory. On the system with Intel Core
i5 or i7 processor and single-channel memory, Intel Iris Xe Graphics will
function as Intel UHD graphics.
Monitor Support
Monitor Support
Supports up to 3 independent displays (native display and 2 external monitors via HDMI® and USB-C®)
- HDMI supports up to 3840×2160@30Hz
- USB-C supports up to 4096×2160@60Hz
Chipset
Intel SoC (System on Chip) platform
Memory
Max Memory[1]
- Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-3200 offering
- Up to 16GB (8GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-3200 offering
Memory Slots
One memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable
Memory Type
DDR4-3200
Notes:
The max memory is based on the test results with current Lenovo® memory offerings. The system may support more memory as the technology develops.
Storage
Storage Support[1]
- Model with 38Wh battery: up to two drives, 1x 2.5″ HDD + 1x M.2 SSD
- 2.5″ HDD up to 1TB
- M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB
- M.2 2280 SSD up to 512GB
- Model with 45Wh battery: one drive, 1x M.2 SSD
- M.2 2242 SSD up to 512GB
- M.2 2280 SSD up to 512GB
Storage Slot
- Model with 38Wh battery: one 2.5″ drive slot + one M.2 slot
- One 2.5″ drive slot, supports 2.5″ SATA HDD
- One M.2 2280 PCIe® Gen 4×4 slot, supports M.2 2242/2280 SSD
- Model with 45Wh battery: one M.2 slot
- One M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4×4 slot, supports M.2 2242/2280 SSD
**Storage Type*****
Disk Type | Interface | RPM | Offering |
---|---|---|---|
2.5″ SATA HDD | SATA 6Gb/s | 5.4K | 1TB |
M.2 2242 SSD | PCIe NVMe®, PCIe 3.0 x4 | – | 128GB / 256GB |
M.2 2242 SSD | PCIe NVMe, PCIe 4.0 x4 | – | 256GB / 512GB |
M.2 2280 SSD | PCIe NVMe, PCIe 3.0 x4 | – | 512GB |
Notes:
The storage capacity supported is based on the test results with current Lenovo storage offerings. The system may support larger storage as the technology develops.
Removable Storage
Optical
None
Card Reader
No card reader
Multi-Media
Audio Chip
High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek® ALC3287 codec
Speakers
Stereo speakers, 1.5W x2, Dolby® Audio™
Microphone
Dual array microphone with noise-cancelling
Camera
HD 720p, with privacy shutter, fixed focus
Battery
- Integrated Li-Polymer 38Wh battery, supports Rapid Charge (charge up to 80% in 1hr)
- Integrated Li-Polymer 45Wh battery, supports Rapid Charge (charge up to 80% in 1hr)
Max Battery Life[1]
-
Model with 38Wh battery:
MobileMark® 2018: up to 5.8 hr
Local video (1080p) playback@150nits: up to 8.2 hr -
Model with 45Wh battery:
MobileMark 2018: up to 7.1 hr
Local video (1080p) playback@150nits: up to 8.5 hr
Notes:
All battery life claims are approximate maximum and based on results using the MobileMark 2014, MobileMark 2018, JEITA 2.0, continuous 1080p video playback (with 150nits brightness and default volume level) or Google Power Load Test (PLT) battery-life benchmark tests. Actual battery life will vary and depends on many factors such as product configuration and usage, software use, wireless functionality, power management settings, and screen brightness. The maximum capacity of the battery will decrease with time and use.
Power Adapter
- 65W round tip (3-pin) AC adapter, 100-240V, 50-60Hz
- 65W USB-C (2-pin) AC adapter, supports PD 3.0, 100-240V, 50-60Hz
- 65W USB-C (3-pin) AC adapter, supports PD 3.0, 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Notes:
AC adapter offerings depend on the country.
DESIGN
Display
Size| Resolution| Touch| Type| Brightness| Surface| Aspect Ratio| Contrast
Ratio| Color Gamut| Viewing Angle
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
14.0″| FHD (1920×1080)| None| TN| 250 nits| Anti-glare| 16:9| 500:1| 45% NTSC|
90°
14.0″| FHD (1920×1080)| None| IPS| 300 nits| Anti-glare| 16:9| 800:1| 45%
NTSC| 170°
Touchscreen
Non-touch
Notes:
California Electronic Waste Recycling Fee
In California, per state law, Lenovo charges an electronic waste recycling fee
on this covered device at the time of sale of the product.
For more information, go to
https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Electronics/Consumer
Input Device
Keyboard
6-row, spill-resistant, multimedia Fn keys
Keyboard Backlight
Non-backlight
Touchpad
Buttonless Mylar® surface multi-touch touchpad, supports Precision TouchPad (PTP), 62 x 104 mm (2.44 x 4.09 inches)
Mechanical[1]
Dimensions (WxDxH)
324 x 215 x 19.9 mm (12.75 x 8.46 x 0.78 inches)
Weight
Starting at 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
Case Color**
- Business black
- Iron grey
Surface Treatment**
- IMR (in-mold decoration by roller)
- Texture
Case Material
PC + ABS (top), PC + ABS (bottom)
Notes:
The system dimensions and weight vary depending on configurations.
CONNECTIVITY
Network
Onboard Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet, 1x RJ-45, supports Wake-on-LAN
WLAN + Bluetooth®**
- 802.11ac 2×2 Wi-Fi® + Bluetooth 5.0, M.2 card
- Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2, M.2 card
Notes:
Bluetooth 5.2 is hardware ready but may run at a lower version due to OS limitation
Ports[1]
Standard Ports
- 1x USB 2.0
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
- 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (support data transfer, Power Delivery 3.0, and DisplayPort™ 1.2)
- 1x HDMI, up to 2.5K/60Hz
- 1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
- 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
- 1x Power connector
Notes:
The transfer speed of following ports will vary and, depending on many
factors, such as the processing speed of the host device, file attributes and
other factors related to system configuration and your operating environment,
will be slower than theoretical speed.
USB 2.0: 480 Mbit/s;
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps, formerly USB 3.0 / USB 3.1 Gen 1): 5
Gbit/s;
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, formerly USB 3.1 Gen 2): 10 Gbit/s;
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps): 20 Gbit/s;
Thunderbolt™ 3/4: 40 Gbit/s
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Security
Security Chip
Firmware TPM 2.0 integrated in SoC
Physical Locks
Kensington® Nano Security Slot, 2.5 x 6 mm
Fingerprint Reader
No fingerprint reader
BIOS Security
- Power-on password
- Supervisor password
- Hard disk password
- Self-healing BIOS
Other Security
Camera privacy shutter
SERVICE
Warranty
Base Warranty**
- 1-year depot service
- 2-year (1-yr battery) depot service
- No base warranty
Notes:
More information of warranty policy, please access https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warranty
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Environment
Temperature[1]
- At altitudes up to 2438 m (8,000 ft)
- Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
- Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
- At altitudes above 2438 m (8,000 ft)
- Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)
Humidity
- Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
- Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
Altitude
Maximum altitude (without pressurization): 3048 m (10,000 ft)
Notes:
When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).
ACCESSORIES
Bundled Accessories
- Lenovo 15.6″ laptop casual toploader, polyester, grey
- None
CERTIFICATIONS
Green Certifications
- EPEAT™ Silver
- ENERGY STAR® 8.0
- ErP Lot 3
- RoHS compliant
Other Certifications
TÜV Rheinland® Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
- Feature with ** means that only one offering listed under the feature is configured on selected models.
- Feature with *** means that one or more offerings listed under the feature could be configured on selected models.
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