Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business 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 Go 4 for Business 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.

Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

responsive touch screen

affordable business option

solid build quality

efficient battery life

limited storage capacity

moderate processor speed

fewer connectivity ports

no dedicated graphics

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 Go 4 for Business and Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
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 - 29.2 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 521 g 780 g
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Screen Size (Type) 10.5" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 2880 x 1920 (QHD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 350 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
CPU Intel N-series N200 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB SSD - UFS 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p (front) Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear) 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Windows Hello IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.5 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 24 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Type - Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP) -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Surface Type Cover port
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 (microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 720-12IKB (80VV)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope 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 Volume control, built-in kickstand -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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