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 V15 G3 IAP (82TT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

decent processor performance

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 35.9 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Glacier Business black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1215U / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB 10 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 6.85 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 6.85 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
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 V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options 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 Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bulk packaging Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
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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