Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.
Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
versatile form factor
high-resolution display
strong build quality
good battery life
improved processor performance
higher price range
limited port selection
no dedicated graphics
can get quite hot
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Product Type | Tablet - no keyboard | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.93 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 | 891 g | 880 g |
| Case Material | Signature anodised aluminium | Magnesium-aluminum alloy |
| Colour | Platinum | Iron grey |
| DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 13" | 12.2" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2880 x 1920 | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | - | 320 cd/m² |
| Windows Ink Capability | Yes | - |
| Features | Dolby Vision, PixelSense Flow, GPU ink acceleration, 60 Hz refresh rate (default) | - |
| PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 | Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | - |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 8 MB | 3 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
| Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
| STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD | 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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| Video System Features | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) | - |
| Camera | Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) | Yes |
| Resolution | 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) | 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) |
| Camera Features | Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello | Rear camera with auto 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 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | 4G |
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| Technology | LTE Advanced | WCDMA, LTE, FDD LTE |
| Controller | - | FIBOCOM L831-EAU |
| BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Technology | - | 2-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 51.5 Wh | 39 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 14 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | - | 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A |
| INPUT | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Type | - | Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen |
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| Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
| Features | - | Multi-touch touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output Dock |
USB 3.0 USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort, VGA, HDMI) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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| 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 8 for Business | Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) |
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| Dockable | Yes | - |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, SIM card ejection tool | Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2 |
| Integrated Options | Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyroscope, ambient colour sensor | Gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor, inertial measurement unit (IMU) |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Features | Volume control, built-in kickstand | - |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |
| Model Number | - | 12IKB 20M3 |
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