Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

LTE connectivity

affordable price

versatile 2-in-1 design

decent battery life

modest performance

limited storage capacity

average display quality

fewer USB ports

Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 25.3 cm x 16.6 cm x 0.99 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 25.3 cm x 16.6 cm x 0.99 cm / 597 g - tablet
25.2 cm x 16.5 cm x 0.6 cm / 269 g - keyboard dock
30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 597 g 880 g
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Graphite grey Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 10.3" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 96% sRGB -
Features Glossy, capacitive touch screen Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.7 hours Up to 8 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time: up to 10.7 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM / microSD card combo -
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5-LTE (Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 10IGL5) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, built-in kickstand -
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number LTE 82HK -
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