In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 6 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm | - |
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | - | 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 8.75 mm |
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | - | 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 8.75 mm / 767 g - tablet 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard |
Weight | 770 g | 767 g |
Case Material | - | Magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide |
Colour | Platinum | Black |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 12.3" | 12" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2736 x 1824 | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 | - |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Image Brightness | - | 360 cd/m² |
Features | Corning Gorilla glass, PixelSense, fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating | Corning Gorilla glass, glare, WideView, anti-fingerprint |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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CPU | Intel Core m3 (7th Gen) 7Y30 / 1 GHz | Intel Core m5 (6th Gen) 6Y57 / 1.1 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 2.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Features | - | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | 1866 MHz | 1866 MHz |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - TCG Opal Encryption |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 615 | Intel HD Graphics 515 |
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Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes |
Resolution | 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) | 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) |
Camera Features | Autofocus, Windows Hello | Autofocus, 1080p Full HD movie recording, rear camera with flash |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, three microphones |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC3268 |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Audio Premium | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC |
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Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | - |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | 4G |
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Technology | - | GSM, GPRS, EDGE, WCDMA, HSPA, LTE |
Controller | - | Huawei ME906S - M.2 Card |
BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | 2-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | - | 37 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 13.5 hours | Up to 10 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 44 Watt | 45 Watt, 20 V |
INPUT | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Type | Keyboard | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav |
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Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | - | Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Slots | - | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.0 Mini DisplayPort Headphone output Dock SurfaceConnect |
USB 3.0 USB-C Mini DisplayPort Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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Software Included | Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) (20GG) |
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Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, keyboard | Power adapter, keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro |
Bundled with | Surface Pro Signature Type Cover (platinum) | - |
Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor | Ambient light sensor |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0), 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 | Reset switch, 3D gyrometer, 3D accelerometer, 3D compass, MIL-STD-810G tested |
Navigation Receiver | - | GPS |
Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, GREENGUARD |
SAR Value | 0.867 W/kg (body) | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return |