Microsoft Surface Book 2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Book 2 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

detachable keyboard

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Book 2 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Book 2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Product Type Tablet - with keyboard dock Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 23.2 cm x 2.3 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.2 cm x 21 cm x 0.89 cm / 780 g - tablet
29.3 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.57 cm / 395 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.534 kg 780 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Silver Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture trackpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (on keyboard dock)
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
SurfaceConnect (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Studio Mode, View Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.78 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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