Microsoft Surface Book 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)

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Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Book 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Microsoft Surface Book 3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Book 3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

high-resolution touchscreen

robust build quality

good battery life

powerful base performance

expensive price point

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Book 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Book 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
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
Weight 1.534 kg 780 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy -
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 2880 x 1920 (QHD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3733 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics 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
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (on keyboard dock) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
SurfaceConnect (on keyboard dock)
USB-C (charging)
USB 3.0
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Keyboard
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Book 3 Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Features Volume control, Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode Administrator password, power-on password, stand
SAR Value 1.45 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - 12IKB 80VV
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