Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business 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.

Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

responsive touch screen

affordable business option

solid build quality

efficient battery life

limited storage capacity

moderate processor speed

fewer connectivity ports

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 Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
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 - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 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 521 g 880 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Platinum
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 10.5" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 350 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense Glossy
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel N-series N200 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB SSD - UFS 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p (front) Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.5 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 24 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP) Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Surface Type Cover port
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 (microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope 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
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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