Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX). 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 Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sharp qhd+ display

lightweight aluminum design

powerful intel performance

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

average webcam quality

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 31.24 cm x 22.14 cm x 1.46 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), mylar (display cover)
Colour Platinum Slate grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 2240 x 1400 (2.2K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features PixelSense Anti-glare, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
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 Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 61 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 21.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture trackpad, Alcantara material palm rest Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14ITL5 (82FX)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor 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, Rapid Charge Express
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) 0.477 W/kg (body), 0.477 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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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