Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4

Our Rating: 86 %

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS). 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 Laptop 4 Review

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

excellent build quality

sharp display resolution

lightweight design

strong processor performance

good battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

average storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum | Matte black Blizzard white
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 AMD FX 9800P / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon R7
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
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
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47.4 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17 hours Up to 4.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Alcantara material palm rest Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 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 Laptop 4 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
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
Repairability Index 4.1 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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