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Manufacturer code59405986
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About the Lenovo G500
Lenovo 59405986 is listed in the laptops category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 39.6 cm (15.6"); processor family: Intel® Celeron®; internal memory: 4 GB; total storage capacity: 1 TB. This entry covers manufacturer code 59405986. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 39.6 cm (15.6") display is specified at 1366 x 768 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
This configuration lists 4 GB of memory and 1 TB of storage. Memory supports active applications; storage holds software and files. Check upgradeability separately, because a capacity figure does not establish whether either component can be replaced.
- Screen size
- 39.6 cm (15.6")
- Screen resolution
- 1366 x 768 pixels
- Processor family
- Intel® Celeron®
- Processor model
- 1005M
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
- Total storage capacity
- 1 TB
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Lenovo G500 specifications
Manufacturer code: 59405986 · Icecat product 22004245 · Checked 16 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 39.6 cm (15.6") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Processor family | Intel® Celeron® |
| Processor model | 1005M |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
| Storage media | HDD |
| Operating system installed | Windows 8.1 |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
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Audio & listening6 details
| Audio system | Dolby Advanced v2 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio) | No |
Display3 details
| Touchscreen | No |
|---|---|
| Display surface | Gloss |
| Intel Dual Display Capable Technology | No |
Processor, memory & storage35 details
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
|---|---|
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor threads | 2 |
| Processor frequency | 1.9 GHz |
| Processor cache | 2 MB |
| Processor cache type | L2 |
| Processor socket | PGA988 |
| Processor lithography | 22 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor series | Intel Celeron 1000 series for Mobile |
| Processor codename | Ivy Bridge |
| ECC supported by processor | No |
| Internal memory type | DDR3-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 1600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 1 x 4 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| HDD size | 2.5" |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MMC, SD |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® HD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 650 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1000 MHz |
| Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST) | No |
| Processor package size | 37.5x37.5 (rPGA988B) |
| Processor code | SR103 |
| Graphics & IMC lithography | 22 nm |
| Intel Rapid Storage Technology | No |
| Processor ARK ID | 75193 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Camera, image & video7 details
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 1 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | No |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | No |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | No |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | No |
Connections & wireless17 details
| HDD interface | SATA |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| S/PDIF out port | No |
| Docking connector | No |
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | No |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Power & battery6 details
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
| Maximum stated battery life | 5 h |
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
Controls & features3 details
| SmartCard slot | No |
|---|---|
| Intel Smart Connect Technology | No |
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | No |
Design & dimensions10 details
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | No |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Width | 377 mm |
| Depth | 250 mm |
| Height | 33.8 mm |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1, SSE4.2 |
|---|
Further product details50 details
| LED backlight | Yes |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| System bus rate | 5 GT/s |
| Bus type | DMI |
| FSB Parity | No |
| Stepping | P0 |
| Tjunction | 105 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
| PCI Express slots version | 2.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4 |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| Optical drive type | DVD Super Multi |
| LightScribe | No |
| Integrated 4G WiMAX | No |
| ExpressCard slot | No |
| CardBus PCMCIA slot type | No |
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
| Island-style keyboard | Yes |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | No |
| Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT) | No |
| Intel® Rapid Start Technology | No |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | No |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | No |
| Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) | No |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | No |
| Intel® Insider™ | No |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | No |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel Demand Based Switching | No |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Intel FDI Technology | Yes |
| Intel Fast Memory Access | Yes |
| Power auto-sensing | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Power cord included | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Manual | Yes |
|---|
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What is the listed display diagonal for Lenovo G500?
The source specification records display diagonal as 39.6 cm (15.6"). This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed display resolution for Lenovo G500?
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