Microsoft Surface Go 2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Go 2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen). 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.

Microsoft Surface Go 2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Go 2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

sharp, vibrant display

versatile form factor

decent battery life

moderate processing power

limited storage capacity

fewer connectivity options

basic graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

good battery life

bright IPS display

limited storage options

higher price point

moderate performance

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Go 2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Go 2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable 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 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 544 g 770 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour Silver Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 10.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 220 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 360 cd/m²
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core m3 (8th Gen) 8100Y / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX)
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type - LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera auto focus, 1080p Full HD video calling on Skype, Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Volume control, Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR
SAR Value 0.702 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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