Lenovo ThinkPad T450s vs. Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s and Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business. 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

robust security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage capacity

Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

responsive touch screen

affordable business option

solid build quality

efficient battery life

limited storage capacity

moderate processor speed

fewer connectivity ports

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T450s and Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T450s vs. Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - no keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm 24.5 cm x 17.5 cm x 0.83 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 521 g
Case Material Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy Magnesium alloy
Colour - Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 10.5"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1280
Pixel Density (ppi) - 350
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel N-series N200 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 64 GB SSD - UFS
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p (front)
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features - Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Wireless Wi-Fi NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Technology Lithium Ion -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 24 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP)
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB-C 3.1
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Surface Type Cover port
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Volume control, built-in kickstand
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
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