Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG). 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 Pro 7+ Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

sharp pixelSense display

improved battery life

robust build quality

lightweight design

limited port selection

comparatively expensive

moderate base storage

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 796 g 880 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Platinum
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 320 cd/m²
Features PixelSense Glossy
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X20 -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode, built-in kickstand -
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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