Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T560

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad T560. 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 X Review

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

lightweight and portable

sharp, vibrant display

excellent battery life

innovative form factor

LTE connectivity option

limited app compatibility

no headphone jack

higher price point

underwhelming base model performance

Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T560 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good enterprise security

bright IPS display

heavy chassis

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

outdated design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad T560
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T560 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm 38.06 cm x 25.82 cm x 2.245 cm
Weight 774 g 2.22 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Platinum | Matte black -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Screen Size (Type) 13" 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
CPU Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 685 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) Yes
Resolution 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 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 -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced Pro -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Type - Keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
3 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (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 X Lenovo ThinkPad T560
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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)
Navigation Receiver GPS/GLONASS -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
SAR Value 1.498 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Limited warranty - battery - 6 months
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