Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL). 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 Go Review

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

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

attractive design

decent battery life

good build quality

limited storage capacity

average display resolution

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop Go and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
81 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.818 cm x 20.567 cm x 1.569 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.11 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum Onyx black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD 2.5" (5 mm) SATA 6Gb/s - SK Hynix
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
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 Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 Family (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15IKB (80XL)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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