Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)

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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 Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0). 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 Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight, portable design

powerful intel performance

excellent battery life

responsive touch screen

higher price range

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

can get warm

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 31.5 cm x 21.44 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (bottom), 3D glass (top)
Colour Platinum Oatmeal
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 125% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features PixelSense Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Eye comfort mode, Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology, HDR 500 True Black, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, PureSight display
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1280P / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP)
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours Up to 11.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
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 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
3 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter, Lenovo Yoga 14-inch sleeve
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Hall sensor, colour 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 Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
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 - 2 years - on-site
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