Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS). 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 SE Review

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

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

lightweight design

average display quality

limited graphics power

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 35.92 cm x 23.58 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Glacier Business black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6" - TN
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 18 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 9.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 1.4b
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G4 IAH (83FS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bulk packaging Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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