Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

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

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD). 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 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 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient intel processor

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

crisp full hd display

robust build quality

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

minimal port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
69 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 32.169 cm x 21.184 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Platinum Abyss blue | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 9.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 100 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture trackpad, Alcantara material palm rest Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14IAL7 (82SD)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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