Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X240. 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 X240 |
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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 | 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm |
Weight | 891 g | 1.42 kg |
Case Material | Signature anodised aluminium | - |
Colour | Platinum | - |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Screen Size (Type) | 13" | 12.5" |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2880 x 1920 | 1366 x 768 (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) | - |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 | Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 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 | - | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | DDR3 SDRAM |
Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 204-pin |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD | 120 GB SSD |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4400 |
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Video System Features | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) | - |
Camera | Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) | Yes |
Resolution | 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) | - |
Camera Features | Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello | - |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | - |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n |
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Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
WWAN |
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Generation | 4G | - |
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Technology | LTE Advanced | - |
BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 51.5 Wh | - |
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Battery Life | Up to 14 hours | - |
INPUT | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Type | - | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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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 |
Dock |
SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X240 |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro |
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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 X240 |
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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 | - |
Features | Volume control, built-in kickstand | - |
Compliant Standards | - | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |