Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB). 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 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 ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good value pricing

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 32.4 cm x 22.07 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 1.64 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
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
Features PixelSense Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, 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 - Harman/kardon stereo speakers
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 21 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture trackpad, Alcantara material palm rest Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 (21EB)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete 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 - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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