Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH). 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 SE Review

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

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight and portable

good battery life

fast ssd storage

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price segment

average sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 31.22 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.43 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Glacier Storm grey | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2240 x 1400 (2.2K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 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 - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 11.61 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.61 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 14IAP7 (82SH)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor Hall sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Bulk packaging Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), Eyesafe Certification
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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