Microsoft Surface Pro 6 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 6 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

fast ssd storage

good battery life

expensive price point

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 6 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.645 cm
Weight 770 g 1.17 kg
Case Material - Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features Corning Gorilla glass, PixelSense, fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
CPU Intel Core m3 (7th Gen) 7Y30 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11852
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 44 Watt -
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
Headphone output
Dock
SurfaceConnect
2 x USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
OneLink+ connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard Power adapter
Bundled with Surface Pro Signature Type Cover (platinum) -
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
SAR Value 0.867 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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