Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th 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 Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Product Type | Notebook - slider | Ultrabook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.2 cm | 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm |
Weight | 1.98 kg | 1.09 kg |
Case Material | Anodised aluminium | Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy |
Colour | Platinum | - |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th 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) | 200 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | - |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 650 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 72% |
Features | Color Calibrated, Corning Gorilla glass 5, sRGB Mode, vivid mode, VESA DisplayHDR 400, PixelSense Flow, Dolby Vision IQ | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 5.2 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
Number of Cores | 14-core | Quad-Core |
Cache | 24 MB | 8 MB |
Platform Technology | Intel Evo | - |
Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR5X SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
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Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM | - |
Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | Windows Hello 2.0 | ThinkShutter camera privacy |
Sound | Four speakers, two microphones | Four speakers, quad array microphone |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC3286 |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | Output: Omnisonic speakers | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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Features | - | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | 4G upgradable |
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BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | Up to 18 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Output | 120 Watt | - |
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INPUT | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th 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 Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output USB 3.1 |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Dock |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSDXC) | - |
SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (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 Studio 2 for Business | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) |
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Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope | - |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington mini security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, stage mode, Dynamic Woven Hinge | - |
Compliant Standards | - | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited hardware warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |