Microsoft Surface Pro 8 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T440

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Microsoft Surface Pro 8

Our Rating: 86 %

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 and Lenovo ThinkPad T440. 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 8 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant pixelSense display

versatile form factor

improved processor performance

better integrated graphics

lightweight and portable

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

no included accessories

Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T440 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance base

efficient thermal management

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated design style

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 8 and Lenovo ThinkPad T440
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.93 cm 33.9 cm x 23.25 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 891 g 1.81 kg
Case Material Signature anodised aluminium -
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Screen Size (Type) 13" 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Dolby Vision, PixelSense Flow, GPU ink acceleration, 60 Hz refresh rate (default) -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 4400
Camera Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) Yes
Resolution 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Rear camera auto focus, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C)
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
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 Lenovo ThinkPad T440
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, ambient colour 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 Volume control, built-in kickstand -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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