Microsoft Surface Go 2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Go 2 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL). 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 Go 2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Go 2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

sharp, vibrant display

versatile form factor

decent battery life

moderate processing power

limited storage capacity

fewer connectivity options

basic graphics performance

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative 2-in-1 design

sharp full hd display

responsive touchscreen

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

modest graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Go 2 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Go 2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 24.5 cm x 17.5 cm x 0.83 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 9 mm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.3 cm x 22.4 cm x 5.5 mm / 330 g - keyboard dock
29.2 cm x 21 cm x 9 mm / 750 g - tablet
Weight 544 g 750 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Silver Golden | Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Screen Size (Type) 10.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 220 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
CPU Intel Core m3 (8th Gen) 8100Y / 1.1 GHz Intel Core m3 (6th Gen) 6Y30 / 0.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type - LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 515
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera auto focus, 1080p Full HD video calling on Skype, Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 40 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 40 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Slots - 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
USB 2.0 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700-12ISK (80QL)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, active pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Features Volume control, Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.702 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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