Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Product Type | Tablet - no keyboard | Ultrabook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm | 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm |
| Weight | 796 g | 1.305 kg |
| Case Material | - | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy |
| Colour | Platinum | Black |
| DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 12.3" | 14" |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2736 x 1824 | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Features | PixelSense | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 | Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.2 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 8 MB | 3 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| RAM | 8 GB | 4 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 Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD | 128 GB SSD |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 5500 |
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| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
| Resolution | 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) | - |
| Camera Features | Autofocus, Windows Hello | Gesture input support |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3232 |
| Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax | - |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | WWAN upgradable |
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| Technology | LTE Advanced | - |
| Controller | Qualcomm Snapdragon X20 | - |
| BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | Up to 13.5 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | - | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Type | - | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
| Features | - | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | - |
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| Interfaces | USB-C USB 3.0 SurfaceConnect Headphone output Dock |
USB 3.0 Mini DisplayPort HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (on supplied cable) OneLink connector Lenovo Ethernet extension connector USB 3.0 (Always On) |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSDXC) | - |
| SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) |
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| 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 Pro 7+ | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd 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 | - |
| 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, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode, built-in kickstand | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, 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 |
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