Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)

Our Rating: 66 %

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG). 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 Laptop 3 Review

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

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen display

stylish aluminum design

fast charging support

solid performance benchmarks

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

average battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

intuitive keyboard layout

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 33.83 cm x 24.99 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum Onyx black | Platinum grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6006U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture trackpad, Alcantara material palm rest Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 320-14ISK (80XG)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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