Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E425 E525

• Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525

This is a review of the Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E425 and Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E525, along with technical specifications and features as taken from Lenovo.

To help SMB users experience business growth and productivity gains, Lenovo ntroduces the new ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 notebooks.

These slim, elegant notebooks offer SMB users a sophisticated computing experience with the capabilities of enterprise PCs.

The ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 notebooks are fitted out with hardware that delivers the high performance levels that SMB users require. Faster computing with the latest AMD Processors over the previous generation.

The ThinkPad Edge Series also offers several features for a smoother, more effective user experience. The full-size keyboard and numeric keypad allows comfortable numeric and text data entry. Lenovo’s RapidBoot technology reduces boot times by up to 30%, allowing you to get to work faster. Web conferencing is also more comfortable with a light-sensitive web camera, high audio fidelity, optimized speakers, and superior communications software.

In addition to the performance and usability features, the design of the ThinkPad Edge notebooks has also been improved. The refined ThinkPad Edge design in now up to 13% thinner and available in a soft matte finish. Simplicity and ease of use, reputed Lenovo reliability, a sleek, sophisticated design, and powerful computing make the ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 the essential notebook solution for today’s SMB users.


POWERFUL, AFFORDABLE COMPUTING SOLUTIONS
The ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 fit neatly into SMB IT budgets without compromising on quality or performance.

• AMD Processor technology delivers unmatched performance.
• Genuine Windows® 7 Professional.
• Up to 750GB HDDs offer ample storage space for critical business data.
• Integrated AMD Radeon™ discrete-class graphics with dedicated video memory delivering eye-popping HD performance and blazing-fast parallel processing capabilities.
• Starting at USD 549, the ThinkPad Edge Series offers SMB users top quality at an affordable price.

UNMATCHED VOICE AND VIDEO CONFERENCING

• The ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 offer users a state-ofthe-art voice and video conferencing experience.
• Low light-sensitive, 720p HD camera delivers peerless video quality.
• Multiple audio modes ensure that individuals and groups can be heard distinctly when making audio or video calls.
• Taking notes during a call has never been easier with keyboard noise suppression technology on the ThinkPad Edge notebooks.

SOPHISTICATED AND GREEN

• The ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 notebooks are environmentally friendly, and are designed to project a professional image.
• The superior ThinkPad Edge design is now up to 13% thinner, and more suave and elegant than ever.
• The smooth matte finish is available in Midnight Black or Heatwave Red.
• Non-toxic inks have been used on the packaging, which itself is recyclable and made of 100% recyclable material.
• The ThinkPad Edge notebook series is compliant with international standards including ENERGY STAR® 5.0, EPEAT® Gold, and the RoHS Directive.

PRODUCTIVE, MOBILE AND RELIABLE
The ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 are built to keep users productive, even when mobile.

• The ThinkPad Edge E425 weighs 4.6 lb and the Edge E525 weighs 5.2 lb making them easy and comfortable to carry.
• WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet and Bluetooth® ensure constant connectivity while traveling.
• Lightweight construction with reinforced metal hinges makes the ThinkPad Edge Series notebooks sturdy, stable and durable.
• The spill-resistant keyboard protects core components in case of an accidental spill.
• ThinkVantage Active Protection System™ and Rescue and Recovery® minimize data loss because of hardware corruption, enhancing critical data safety.

 

Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 Technical Specifications

Lenovo ThinkPad Edge	E425	E525
Processor and Graphics	AMD A8-3500M AMD A6-3400M AMD A4-3300M AMD E2-3000M	AMD A8-3500M AMD A6-3400M AMD A4-3300M AMD E2-3000M
Operating System	Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit Genuine Windows® XP (via downgrade)	Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32-bit Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64-bit Genuine Windows® XP (via downgrade)
Display	14.0" (16:9 HD, 1366x768, LED backlit)	15.6" (16:9 HD, 1366x768, LED backlit)
Memory	Up to 8GB DDR3 (1333MHz)	Up to 8GB DDR3 (1333MHz)
Weight	4.6 lb (2.1kg)	5.2 lb (2.4kg)
Dimensions (WxDxH)	339x230x28–33 (mm)(13.34"x9.05"x1.10–1.29")	375x245x28–33 (mm) (14.76"x9.64"x1.10–1.29")
I/O (Input/Output) Ports and Slots	VGA out, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, Microphone/speaker combo jack, 4xUSB 2.0 (1 powered, 1 USB/eSATA combo), 4-in-1 card reader (MMC, SD, MS, MS-Pro, XD, SDHC), 34mm ExpressCard Reader	VGA out, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, Microphone/speaker combo jack, 4xUSB 2.0 (1 powered, 1 USB/eSATA combo), 4-in-1 card reader (MMC, SD, MS, MS-Pro, XD, SDHC), 34mm ExpressCard Reader
Optical Drive	Integrated tray-load DVD-drive	Integrated tray-load DVD-drive
Graphics	AMD integrated graphics	AMD integrated graphics
Audio	HD audio, Stereo speakers, Built-in microphone, Combo headphone/microphone-in	HD audio, Stereo speakers, Built-in microphone, Combo headphone/microphone-in
WLAN	Broadcom® abgn WLAN, Realtek bgn WLAN	Broadcom® abgn WLAN, Realtek bgn WLAN
Bluetooth® (Optional)	Bluetooth® 3.0	Bluetooth® 3.0
HDD	750GB (5400rpm), 500GB (7200rpm), 320GB (7200rpm) (with ThinkVantage Active Protection System™)	750GB (5400rpm), 500GB (7200rpm), 320GB (7200rpm) (with ThinkVantage Active Protection System™)
Webcam	720p HD low light-sensitive webcam	720p HD low light-sensitive webcam
Battery	4-cell (2.2 Ah), 6-cell (2.2 Ah)	4-cell (2.2 Ah), 6-cell (2.2 Ah)
Battery Life	6 hours with integrated graphics	6 hours with integrated graphics
Keyboard	Full-size keyboard	Full-size keyboard with numeric keypad
Navigation	Multi-gesture TouchPad	Multi-gesture TouchPad
Colors	Midnight Black Smooth, Heatwave Red Smooth	Midnight Black Smooth, Heatwave Red Smooth
Others	Fingerprint reader (optional)	Fingerprint reader (optional)

Data taken from http://www.lenovo.com/products/us/laptop/thinkpad/thinkpad-edge/e425/E425_E525_Datasheet_US.pdf and http://www.lenovo.com/products/us/laptop/thinkpad/thinkpad-edge/e525/ Share this post on Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E425 E525