Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go and Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW). 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 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 ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
81 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.818 cm x 20.567 cm x 1.569 cm 37.7 cm x 25.5 cm x 2.71 cm
Weight 1.11 kg 2.45 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum Graphite black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 192 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11852
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
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 ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Technology - 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
VGA
OneLink connector
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
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 ThinkPad E560 (20EW)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, GREENGUARD
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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