Microsoft Surface Book 2 vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Book 2 and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3). 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 Miix 520-12IKB (20M3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

robust build quality

decent processor performance

includes digital pen

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Book 2 and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Book 2 vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
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 - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 1.534 kg 880 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Silver Iron grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 320 cd/m²
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
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 Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD PCIe 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
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 Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture trackpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Book 2 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (20M3)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Studio Mode, View Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.78 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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