Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)

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Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ). 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 8 for Business Review

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
85 % - Design
88 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.93 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 891 g 890 g
Case Material Signature anodised aluminium Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Screen Size (Type) 13" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 3000 x 2000 (QHD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Dolby Vision, PixelSense Flow, GPU ink acceleration, 60 Hz refresh rate (default) Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
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), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3278
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
WWAN
Generation 4G 4G
Technology LTE Advanced UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C)
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0)
Pogo keyboard connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
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 8 for Business Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, SIM card ejection tool Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyroscope, ambient colour sensor Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Volume control, built-in kickstand Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
SAR Value - 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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