Microsoft Surface Pro 7 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T450s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and Lenovo ThinkPad T450s. 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

lightweight design

sharp pixelSense display

improved studio mics

fast processing speeds

limited port options

short battery life

higher price range

no dedicated graphics

Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

robust security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm
Weight 775 g 1.59 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
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 PixelSense Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 20 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi
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 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Technology - Lithium Ion
Max Supported Qty - 2
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
SAR Value 1.58 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
France: limited warranty - 2 years
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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