联想的IdeaPad Z500笔记本测评

Visually, the IdeaPad Z500 leaves a very good impression. Color and material choice are not dissimilar to the current Asus N56VB. While the silver-gray keyboard area consists of brushed metal, the lid and bottom plate are manufactured using plastic (black matte).

The fact that the all-rounder seems of high quality, can be attributed to the good workmanship, which is better than the average - apart from smaller flaws (the optical drive of our review unit wasn't perfectly aligned with the side plate). Because of the slim build (just about three centimeters high) and the somewhat more sophisticated visuals, the IdeaPad Z500 appeals to us more than the Asus N56VZ. The notebook conveys a noble character both in a home and business environment.

However, it is just not enough for an outstanding performance. On the one hand, the display frame is too bright. Due to the different color, it slightly conflicts with the cover of the notebook. On the other hand - although a success overall - there is a distinct bulge above the keyboard.

However, the biggest point of criticism is the lack of stability. While the bottom plate fares fairly well, the keyboard gives in to pressure during normal usage. This is also applicable to the area around the optical drive.

The hinges are not optimal either. Even though the lid requires both hands to be opened, it clearly starts to swing when there are vibrations from the ground. A maximum opening angle of about 135° corresponds to notebook standards. Positive: Thanks to the moderate weight (~2.36 kilograms/~5.2 pounds), the 15-inch unit can be transported easily.

在视觉上，IdeaPad Z500的留下了非常好的印象。颜色和材料的选择异种目前华硕N56VB的。尽管银灰色的键盘区由金属拉丝盖和​​底板用塑料（黑色亚光）制造。

事实上，全才质量高，似乎可以归结为良好的做工，这是优于平均水平 - 除了小瑕疵（我们的审查单位的光盘驱动器与侧板不完全一致）。由于身材苗条（高约3厘米）和较为复杂的视觉效果，的IdeaPad Z500上诉，我们更比华硕N56VZ。笔记本电脑传达高尚的品格，无论在家庭和商业环境。

然而，这仅仅是不够的出色表现。一方面，显示帧太亮。由于不同的颜色，稍微的笔记本封面冲突。另一方面 - 虽然整体成功 - ​​键盘上方有一明显的隆起。

然而，最大的批评点是缺乏稳定性。虽然底板票价相当好，键盘给出了在正常使用期间的压力。这也适用于光盘驱动器的周围区域。

铰链是不是最佳的。即使需要双手打开盖子，它清楚地开始摆动时，来自地面的震动。最大张开角度约135°对应笔记本的标准。正面：由于重量适中（〜2.36公斤/〜5.2磅），15英寸的单元，可以很容易地运送。

Lenovo provides the IdeaPad Z500 with some nice bundled software. Besides the tool "Energy Management” (a special battery mode and an option for fan cleaning) we also liked the “OneKey Recovery”, which allows for easy reset of Windows 8.

Movie lovers would enjoy the provision of PowerDVD 10. The package is completed by an extensive webcam software (see screenshot), and time-limited office and anti-virus applications. Lenovo did not include any unnecessary bloatware.

Accessories

Following the current trend, the manufacturer does not provide a Recovery DVD either. The buyer must make do with a setup leaflet, warranty card and a safety instruction. We were surprised about the power adapter: The external 90 W power supply is designed like a traditional remote control, i.e. long and narrow (167 x 41 x of 30 millimeters/~6.6 x 1.6 x 1.2 inches).

Warranty

The warranty is valid for 24 months. Accident cover is provided as an option.

联想的IdeaPad Z500与一些不错的捆绑软件。除了工具“能源管理”（一种特殊的电池模式和风扇清理的选项），我们也很喜欢“一键恢复”，它允许Windows 8的复位容易。

电影爱好者将享受提供的PowerDVD10。该软件包完成广泛的网络摄像头软件（见截图），时间有限的办公和防病毒应用程序。联想没有包括任何不必要的英国媒体报道。

饰品

按照目前的趋势来看，制造商不提供恢复DVD。买方必须设置单张，保修卡和安全指令。我们很惊讶有关电源适配器：90 W的外部电源的设计像一个传统的远程控制，即长而窄（167 X41 X30毫米/6.6×1.6×1.2英寸）。

保

保修有效期为24个月。作为选件提供意外保障。

Lenovo has made a very intelligent choice concerning the processor. While a majority of the mobile Intel quad-core CPUs are specified at 45 Watt TDP, the Core i7-3632QM - like most dual-core processors - has a TDP of 35 Watt. In everyday life, this not only means less heat emissions, but also lower power usage.

Generally, the Core i7-3632QM does not have to hide behind its 45-Watt siblings. Six MB L3-Cache are as impressive as 1.4 billion transistors. In comparison to the popular Core i7-3630QM, which is also based on the Ivy Bridge architecture and the smaller 22 nm structure, the Core i7-3632QM is clocked lower (2.2-3.2 vs. 2.4-3.4 GHz).

The feature list is largely identical. Owing to the Hyperthreading technology, the CPU can manage eight threads in parallel. However, one should not expect too much from the integrated GPU HD Graphics 4000. Regardless of the graphics card: The Core i7-3632QM offers an ideal compromise between performance and energy consumption.

联想还提出了一个非常聪明的选择，关于处理器。虽然大多数移动式英特尔四核CPU被指定在45瓦的TDP， - 最喜欢的双核处理器 - 酷睿i7-3632QM的TDP为35瓦。在日常生活中，这不仅意味着更少的热量排放，而且还降低能耗。

一般情况下，酷睿i7-3632QM没有躲在其45瓦的兄弟姐妹。六MB L3缓存是令人印象深刻的1.4亿晶体管。在流行的酷睿i7-3630QM，也是基于Ivy Bridge架构的和较小的22纳米结构相比，酷睿i7-3632QM，主频较低（2.2-3.2主场迎战2.4-3.4 GHz）的。

功能列表在很大程度上是相同的。由于超线程技术，CPU可以处理8个线程并行。然而，人们不应该抱太大的期望从集成GPU的高清显卡4000。无论显卡：酷睿i7-3632QM，提供了一个理想的性能和能量消耗之间的妥协。

Although Nvidia has already launched the 700M series, the GeForce GT 645M is still not a legacy product. The GK107-Chip produced in the 28-nm process is part of the current Kepler generation.

As with the smaller model, the GT 640M contains 384 Unified Shaders and 2,048 MB DDR3 graphics memory (900 MHz), which is connected with only 128 bits. 1.3 billion Transistors come close to the numbers of the Core i7-3632QM.

Pity: The overclocking function “GPU Boost” remains unused with the IdeaPad Z500. The tool GPU-Z also indicated the default 709 MHz under load. Theoretically, it would be possible to go up to 780Mhz. Depending on the benchmark, other GT-645M colleagues are better off (e.g. the Nexoc M507II). colleagues.

Within the Multimedia area, it has now become common that notebooks can switch between the integrated and dedicated graphics card without any delay - this is not any different for the IdeaPad Z500. Nvidia’s Optimus technology has established itself on the market and seldom causes grief. The Nvidia control panel scores with numerous comfort functions, optical assistance and settings (profiles, global setting etc.).

Annoying: Our review unit came with an extremely old GPU driver, i.e. the ForceWare 305.46. Lenovo does not seem to be aiming at maximum performance. In order to unlock the full potential of the GeForce GT 645M, we manually installed the brand new ForceWare 314.22. The installation of an official Nvidia driver is not a problem.

虽然NVIDIA已经推出了GeForce GT645M700M系列，仍然不是一个传统产品。在28-nm工艺制作的GK107芯片当前开普勒代的一部分。

具有较小的模型，GT640M包含384个统一着色引擎和2048 MB DDR3图形内存（900兆赫），只有128位，这是连接的。酷睿i7-3632QM的数量接近1.3亿晶体管。

可怜的超频功能“GPU Boost可”仍然未使用的IdeaPad Z500。工具GPU-Z也表示默认709 MHz的负载下。从理论上讲，这将有可能到上浮至780MHz。根据基准，GT-645M的同事更好关闭（如M507II Nexoc）。同事。

多媒体区域内，它现在已经成为常见的笔记本电脑可以在集成和独立显卡之间切换，没有任何延迟 - 这是没有任何不同的IdeaPad Z500。 NVIDIA的Optimus技术，已经确立了自己在市场上极少引起悲伤。 NVIDIA控制面板分数与众多舒适功能，光学援助和设置（型材，全局设置等）。

讨厌的：我们的审查单位附带一个极其古老的GPU驱动程序，即的ForceWare305.46。联想似乎并不旨在最大性能。为了解开的GeForce®（精视™）GT645M的全部潜力，我们手动安装全新的ForceWare314.22。的Nvidia官方驱动程序的安装是没有问题的。

As mentioned initially, there is a large 1,000 GB HDD, which runs at 5400 rpm. Despite the fact that it is not a 7200 device, the hard drive delivers above average values.

Beginning with the tool HD Tune: An access time of nearly 17 ms and an average transfer rate of approximately 86 MB/sec should not be taken for granted in the HDD area. In the CrystalDiskMark, the IdeaPad Z500 even exceeded the 100-MB mark (sequential test).

Just so there is no misunderstanding: The HDD obviously cannot compete against Solid State Drives. During multitasking, the outdated technology quickly reaches its limits.

正如一开始所说的，有一个大的1,000 GB的硬盘驱动器，它运行在5400转。尽管事实，即它是不是一个7200的移动设备，硬盘驱动器提供了高于平均水平的值。

从工具HD Tune的近17毫秒，约86 MB /秒，平均传输率：访问时间不应该被视为理所当然的硬盘。在CrystalDiskMark的的IdeaPad Z500甚至超过了100 MB的标记（序贯试验）。

只需所以不存在误解：硬盘显然无法抗衡的固态硬盘。在多任务的过程中，把过时的技术很快达到它的极限。

Gaming enthusiasts will have fun with the IdeaPad Z500. At the native resolution of 1366x768 most games run smoothly even with high details and activated anti aliasing. Only when playing extremely processing intensive titles such as Hitman: Absolution, Crysis 3 or Far Cry 3, one must reduce the quality levels to medium.

As hardware requirements will rise on the back of upcoming console generations, one shouldn't expect too much future-proofing. At the moment, the performance is still sufficient for current games.

As shown in the table below the article, the GeForce GT 645M is slightly defeated by the GeForce GT 740M. The gap is usually less than 10%. The GeForce GT 650M can often differentiate itself clearly.

游戏爱好者将有乐趣的IdeaPad Z500。在原生分辨率为1366x768大部分游戏流畅运行，即使在高细节和激活抗锯齿。只有当打的非常精深加工的标题，如杀手：赦免“，”孤岛危机“，”孤岛惊魂3，必须降低到中等质量水平。

随着硬件的需求将上升，对即将到来的控制台几代的背面，人们不应该抱太大的期望未来打样。此刻，表现仍足以应付目前的游戏。

的文章下面的表格所示，在GeForce®（精视™）GT645M稍微击败了GeForce GT740M。该间隙通常是小于10％。 GeForce GT650M的往往能脱颖而出清楚。

The high temperature emission is one of the largest weaknesses of the all-round notebook. With an average temperature of 30 °C (86 °F), the case already reaches a relatively high level during idle operation. After one hour of stress test, the base unit reached over 40 °C (104 °F). During spot testing, our measurements showed even 49 °C (120.2 °F top side) to and 60 °C (140 °F bottom). Playing a PC game on your lap would not be very wise. Some users will feel that the surfaces become unpleasant during long gaming sessions.

The components are not faring any better. Although the Core i7-3632QM operates at the basic clock rate under full load, the CPU reaches 90 °C (194 °F) according to the tool Hardware Monitor. A GPU temperature of 87 °C (188.6 °F) maximum is also relatively high. Under normal conditions (incl. games), the components do not become that warm. A combination of FurMark and Prime is considered an extreme and unrealistic scenario.

高温排放是的全能笔记本最大的弱点之一。随着平均气温30°C（86°F），在怠速运转的情况下，已经达到了比较高的水平。经过一小时的压力测试，基本单位已达40°C（104°F）。在现场测试中，我们的测量结果表明，甚至49°C（120.2°F顶部侧）和60°C（140°F底部）。放在膝盖上玩的PC游戏将是非常明智的。有些用户会觉得在长时间游戏的表面变得不愉快。

组件状况更不容乐观。虽然酷睿i7-3632QM运行的基本时钟速率在满载情况下，CPU达到90°C（194°F）根据硬件监控工具。 GPU的温度为87°C（188.6°F）最大也是比较高的。在正常条件下（包括游戏），组件不成为温暖。 FurMark进行和总理的组合被认为是一个极端不现实的场景。

The IdeaPad Z500 offers a reasonable sound quality. Lenovo has integrated two speakers at the bottom front, which do not deliver stellar performance, but are able to produce usable results via Dolby Home theater v4.

The technology gives the sound more volume, richness and dynamics. Great: The Dolby software allows for preset profiles as well as individual profiles (plus equalizer).

Nonetheless, there is still some room for improvement. As with most notebooks, the sound is tiny, dull and soft. The good maximum volume can only make up for this flaw to a small extent. In the long term, we would recommend using headphones or external speakers. The Asus N56VB definitely produces better sounds for games, music and movies. For occasional use, the 2.0-System is usable however. Compared to competitors, the Z500 is above average.

IdeaPad Z500提供了一个合理的音质。联想集成了两个扬声器在底部前，不提供出色表现，但能够产生有用的结果，通过杜比家庭影院V4。

该技术使声音更加的体积，丰富性和动态。大：杜比软件允许预设的情景模式，以及个别公司（加均衡器）。

尽管如此，仍然有一些改进的余地。与大多数笔记本电脑一样，声音是微小的，沉闷，柔和。好最大音量只能弥补这一缺陷，在小范围内。从长远来看，我们建议使用耳机或外部扬声器。华硕的N56VB的肯定产生更好的声音，游戏，音乐和电影。对于偶尔使用，2.0系统是可用的，但是。与竞争对手相比，Z500是高于平均水平。

As the manufacturer has only integrated a 4-cell battery with 4500 mAh, the battery life does not reach peak values. About five hours in the Reader's Test of Battery Eater (minimum brightness, low load) and one hour in the Classic Test of Battery Eater (high load, maximum brightness) does not necessarily generate applause.

Performance could also have been better when performing more practical tasks. 2.75 hours of DVD playback and 3.75 hours of web browsing are neither particularly much nor particularly little.

由于制造商只集成了一个4500毫安的4芯电池，电池续航时间没有达到峰值。五个小时左右阅读器的测试的电池噬魂（最低亮度，低负荷）和一小时的经典测试电池噬魂（高负荷，最大亮度）不一定产生的掌声。

性能也可以得到更好的表演时更实际的任务。 DVD播放2.75小时和3.75小时的网页浏览既不是特别多，也特别少。

At first sight, the IdeaPad Z500-MBYG2GE appears to be a successful multimedia notebook overall. Beside the capable energy-saving hardware, there is also the slim case of three centimeters. The all-rounder combines a simple and nevertheless sophisticated design. Lenovo also shows good thinking in terms of the power adapter and software.

However, the overall impression suffers due to various flaws, which are quite annoying when adding them all up. For example, there is the low-resolution HD panel that annoys with poor viewing angles and a highly reflective surface. Users who use the device primarily for work and web browsing, should look for a matte version. The weaker colors are compensated by lower sensitivity to reflections.

Furthermore, we had to criticize the connectivity options (no Gigabit LAN!), the keyboard (spongy typing) and the heat emission. The loud DVD burner, non-existing upgrade options and the non-removable battery also push the rating downwards. It is also hard to understand why Lenovo installed an extremely old GPU driver.

Despite the good starting point, the multimedia notebook was not able to impress us in the end. Within the price range around 800 Euros (~$1044), one can find better alternatives. AMD fans should take a look at the Samsung Series 5 510R5E, which is lighter and slimmer, hence offering better mobility. If you place great importance on good image quality, the Acer Aspire V3-571G (high-contrast IPS panel) or the Asus N56VB (high brightness TN-panel) might be what you are looking for.

乍一看，的IdeaPad Z500 MBYG2GE的似乎是一个成功的多媒体笔记本整体。除了能够节能硬件，也有的超薄三厘米。全才结合一个简单的，不过复杂的设计。联想电源适配器和软件方面也显示出良好的思维。

然而，的整体印象遭受由于各种缺陷，这是相当恼人的，当他们全部加入。例如，低分辨率HD面板苦恼差的视角和高反射的表面。使用该设备主要用于工作和浏览网页的用户，应该寻找磨砂版。较弱的色彩补偿反射的敏感性较低。

此外，我们不得不批评的连接选项（千兆网卡），键盘（海绵打字）和排放的热量。响亮的DVD刻录机，不存在升级选项和不可拆卸电池也将评级下调。这也是很难理解为什么联想安装一个极其古老的GPU驱动程序。

尽管良好的起点，多媒体笔记本电脑到底能够给我们留下了深刻的印象。大约800欧元（〜$1044）的价格范围内，人们可以找到更好的替代品。 AMD的球迷应该看一看三星5系列510R5E的，这是更轻更薄，从而提供更好的流动性。如果你非常重视良好的图像质量，宏碁Aspire V3-571G（高对比度的IPS面板）或华硕的N56VB的（高亮度TN面板）可能是你正在寻找什么。