Microsoft Surface Book 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

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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 Microsoft Surface Book 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV). 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.

Microsoft Surface Book 3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Book 3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

high-resolution touchscreen

robust build quality

good battery life

powerful base performance

expensive price point

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

noisy under load

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Book 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Book 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Product Type Tablet - with keyboard dock Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 23.2 cm x 2.3 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 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
Weight 1.534 kg 780 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3733 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (on keyboard dock) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
SurfaceConnect (on keyboard dock)
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Volume control, Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 1.45 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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