Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) 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 Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

detachable keyboard

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

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 Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm / 780 g - tablet
29.3 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.57 cm / 395 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 780 g 880 g
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 (QHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Features - Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) 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 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, 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 Advanced Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) 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 Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
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 Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2 Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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