Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd 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.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

sharp pixelSense display

improved battery life

robust build quality

good processor performance

limited port selection

higher price bracket

no dedicated GPU

modest base storage

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

good battery life

bright IPS display

limited storage options

higher price point

moderate performance

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 770 g 770 g
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 360 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
Features - Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX)
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 615
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions 1080p 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
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+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
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 Built-in kickstand Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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