In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Product Type | Notebook - slider | Ultrabook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.328 cm x 22.832 cm x 1.894 cm | 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm |
Weight | 1.7429 kg | 1.34 kg |
Case Material | Aluminum, magnesium alloy | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy |
Colour | Platinum | - |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14.4" | 14" |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2400 x 1600 | 1600 x 900 (HD+) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 201 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | - |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
Features | Dolby Vision, PixelSense Flow | Anti-glare |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H | Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
Cache | 8 MB | 4 MB |
64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | DDR3L SDRAM |
Speed | - | 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 |
Rated Speed | - | 1600 MHz |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD | 120 GB SSD |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4400 |
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Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | Windows Hello | Face tracking, gesture input support |
Sound | Four speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC3232 |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 |
Audio Features | Omnisonic speakers | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | WWAN upgradable |
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BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 58 Wh | - |
Battery Life | Up to 19 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 60 Watt | - |
INPUT | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Mechanical keys, Precision Haptic touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output |
USB 3.0 Mini DisplayPort HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector OneLink connector USB 3.0 (Always On) |
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SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) |
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Software Included | Microsoft 365 Family (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription), Xbox app, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (1 month trial) | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) |
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Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor | Ambient light sensor |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, kick-stand hinge, stage mode | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested |
Compliant Standards | - | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 |
ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |