Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB). 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

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Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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 - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 796 g 770 g
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12" - IPS
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 PixelSense Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Intel
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, three microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
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 -
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G
Technology LTE Advanced LTE Advanced
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X20 Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 2.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 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) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder
Cables Included - Mini DisplayPort-VGA adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, built-in kickstand Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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