Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad T450. 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 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Product Type | Tablet - no keyboard | Ultrabook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.93 cm | 33.9 cm x 23.25 cm x 2.1 cm |
| Weight | 891 g | 1.63 kg |
| Case Material | Signature anodised aluminium | - |
| Colour | Platinum | - |
| DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 13" | 14" |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2880 x 1920 | 1600 x 900 (HD+) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Windows Ink Capability | Yes | - |
| Features | Dolby Vision, PixelSense Flow, GPU ink acceleration, 60 Hz refresh rate (default) | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 | Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 2.9 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 |
| MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 16 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | DDR3L SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 |
| Rated Speed | - | 1600 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 204-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 2 |
| STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD | 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 5500 |
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| Video System Features | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) | - |
| Camera | Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) | Yes - 720p |
| Resolution | 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) | - |
| Camera Features | Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, two microphones |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3232 |
| Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Intel I218-LM |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | - |
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| Technology | LTE Advanced | - |
| BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Max Supported Qty | - | 2 |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 51.5 Wh | - |
| Battery Life | Up to 14 hours | - |
| INPUT | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Type | - | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Features | - | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | - |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output Dock |
3 x USB 3.0 VGA Mini DisplayPort LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack Dock |
| Memory Card Reader | - | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
| SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Home |
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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 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad T450 |
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| Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, SIM card ejection tool | Power adapter |
| Integrated Options | Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyroscope, ambient colour 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 | Volume control, built-in kickstand | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |
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