Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN). 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 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 16ARH7 (82SN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sharp display resolution

powerful AMD processor

lightweight design

high-quality audio system

good thermal management

limited port variety

average battery life

no touchscreen option

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Glacier Storm grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming, T-CON colour calibration
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS CE / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
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 16ARH7 (82SN)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS
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 - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 12.6 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 135 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 16ARH7 (82SN)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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 16ARH7 (82SN)
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 16ARH7 (82SN)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 Express, self-healing BIOS, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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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