Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Review

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

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen display

stylish aluminum design

fast charging support

solid performance benchmarks

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

average battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

responsive touchpad

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

standard storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 37.9 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum Ebony black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA - SK Hynix
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Wireless 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 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture trackpad, Alcantara material palm rest Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 310-15ISK (80SM)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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