Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3

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Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slower processor speed

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

attractive design

good everyday performance

convenient fingerprint reader

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

average display resolution

fewer ports options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm 27.9 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.54 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Aluminum, polycarbonate, anodised aluminium
Colour Cloud grey Sage | Sandstone | Ice blue | Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 12.4"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1536 x 1024
Pixel Density (ppi) - 148
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
CPU Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Output: Omnisonic speakers
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 15 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 39 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft 365 Family (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15IGL7 (82V7) Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost Fast charging
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
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