Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) vs. Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) 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 X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard accessory

impressive display clarity

reliable performance

limited battery life

higher price point

modest storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

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 X1 Tablet (1st Gen) and Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) vs. Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - no keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 24.5 cm x 17.5 cm x 0.83 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm / 1.1 kg - keyboard dock -
Weight 795 g 521 g
Case Material - Magnesium alloy
Colour - Platinum
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 10.5"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1280
Pixel Density (ppi) - 350
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 350 cd/m²
Features - Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
CPU Intel Core m7 (6th Gen) 6Y75 / 1.2 GHz Intel N-series N200 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 64 GB SSD - UFS
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 515 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p (front)
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Rear camera with flash Windows Hello
Sound Speaker Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, 802.11ad (WiGig) NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 24 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav -
Features - Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP)
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Surface Type Cover port
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition 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 X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 MIMO technology Volume control, built-in kickstand
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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