Microsoft Surface Go 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 Go 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 Go 3 Review

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

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

responsive touchscreen display

versatile form factor

solid build quality

modest battery life

limited storage capacity

average performance

fewer connectivity options

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 Go 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Go 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
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 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 553 g 780 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 10.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
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 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10100Y / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera auto focus, Windows Hello IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless NFC, 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)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 28 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type - Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
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 (microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Go 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Go 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, 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, built-in kickstand -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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