Crisp, Vivid Visuals

The ideapad 500 doesn’t compromise on display resolution with a Full HD (1920 x 1080) display coming standard. Keep more windows open at the same time, watch your games pop in high res, or kick back to enjoy a movie at the end of the day.
Customizable Graphics
Strike your own balance between cost and graphical power. Choose between integrated Intel graphics or discrete, high-end AMD graphics. Discrete graphics give you a boost when it comes to getting creative with video and photo editing.
Ultra-Fast Connection Speeds
With blazing-fast 802.11 a/c WiFi connectivity, you'll be able to connect to the internet wherever you go.802.11 a/c WiFi delivers up to 3 times the connection speeds of 802.11 b/g/n.
Supercharged Audio
Experience the full-impact of surround sound anywhere with Dolby® Home Theater® on your PC. All the power and nuance of the cinema, all the immediacy of live performance — now from a laptop.
Premium Audio Option
High-end JBL®-designed speakers deliver a crisp, clear surround sound experience. Choose this option to enjoy increased audio clarity, maximized volume output without distortion, and improved dialogue clarity when watching videos.
Optional DVD Reader/Writer
There’s no need to purchase an external optical drive with the ideapad 500 – select models come with an integrated DVD/CD-RW drive so you can load programs, listen to CDs, or watch movies offline.