Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) and Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
vibrant pixelSense display
superior build quality
excellent graphics performance
tiltable touchscreen
good port selection
high price point
limited hardware upgrades
no Thunderbolt support
moderate battery life
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Notebook - slider |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | - | 32.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.2 cm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm | - |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard |
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| Weight | 890 g | 1.98 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum, magnesium alloy | Anodised aluminium |
| Colour | Black | Platinum |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 13" - IPS | 14.4" |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
| Screen Resolution | 3000 x 2000 (QHD+) | 2400 x 1600 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | - | 200 |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 120 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | 650 cd/m² |
| Features | Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint | Color Calibrated, Corning Gorilla glass 5, sRGB Mode, vivid mode, VESA DisplayHDR 400, PixelSense Flow, Dolby Vision IQ |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.4 GHz | 5.2 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 14-core |
| Cache | 6 MB | 24 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
| Platform Technology | - | Intel Evo |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | - |
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 32 GB |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR5X SDRAM |
| Speed | 1866 MHz | - |
| Rated Speed | 2133 MHz | - |
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung | 1 TB SSD |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 |
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| Video Memory | - | 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM |
| Camera | Yes | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) | - |
| Camera Features | IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash | Windows Hello 2.0 |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Four speakers, two microphones |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3278 | - |
| Compliant Standards | - | Dolby Atmos |
| Audio Features | - | Output: Omnisonic speakers |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card | - |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | - |
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| Technology | UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced | - |
| Controller | Sierra Wireless EM7455 | - |
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 42 Wh | - |
| Battery Life | Up to 9.5 hours | Up to 18 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 65 Watt | 120 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Type | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | Mechanical keys, Precision Haptic touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | - |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0) Pogo keyboard connector Headphone/microphone combo jack |
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output USB 3.1 |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSDXC) |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 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 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder | Power adapter |
| Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington mini security slot | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested | Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, stage mode, Dynamic Woven Hinge |
| Navigation Receiver | GPS | - |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen | - |
| SAR Value | 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb) | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - battery - 1 year |
Limited hardware warranty - 1 year |
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