Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th 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 | 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm |
Weight | 1.7429 kg | 1.13 kg |
Case Material | Aluminum, magnesium alloy | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic |
Colour | Platinum | Black |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14.4" | 14" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2400 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 201 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | - |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | - | 300 cd/m² |
Features | Dolby Vision, PixelSense Flow | Anti-glare |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H | Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 3 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
Cache | 8 MB | 3 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 (5th Gen) |
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RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 1866 MHz |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD | 256 GB SSD |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
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Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | Windows Hello | - |
Sound | Four speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | - | CX11871 |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio |
Audio Features | Omnisonic speakers | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | - |
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Features | - | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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Technology | - | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 58 Wh | 57 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 19 hours | Up to 15.5 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th 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 (5th 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, buttonless touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output |
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) |
SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th 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 (5th Gen) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor | - |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
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, 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 |