Microsoft Surface Go 2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Go 2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB). 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 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Go 2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Go 2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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) (20JB)
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
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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 Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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) (20JB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Intel
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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, three microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 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 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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) (20JB)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 2.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Go 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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) (20JB)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder
Cables Included - Mini DisplayPort-VGA adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis accelerometer
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 Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
SAR Value 0.702 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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