Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business 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

good processor performance

limited port selection

higher price bracket

no dedicated GPU

modest base storage

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

detachable flexibility

sharp display clarity

responsive touch screen

decent battery life

limited port selection

moderate storage capacity

higher price point

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
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85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
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 - 28.33 cm x 20.35 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 28.33 cm x 21.78 cm x 0.57 cm / 340 g - keyboard dock
Weight 770 g 760 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 1920 x 1280 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features PixelSense Anti-reflective, Direct Bonding technology, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 178° viewing angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, IR/RGB camera
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306-GRT
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 12.42 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 3-level backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
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+ for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, inclinometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Built-in kickstand RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, low halogen, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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