Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW). 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 X12 Detachable (20UW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

detachable flexibility

sharp display clarity

responsive touch screen

decent battery life

limited port selection

moderate storage capacity

higher price point

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro X and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 28.33 cm x 20.35 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 28.33 cm x 21.78 cm x 0.57 cm / 340 g - keyboard dock
Weight 774 g 760 g
Case Material Anodised aluminium Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum | Matte black Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Screen Size (Type) 13" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 1920 x 1280 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features PixelSense Anti-reflective, Direct Bonding technology, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 178° viewing angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
CPU Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 685 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) Yes
Resolution 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306-GRT
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced Pro -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 12.42 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 3-level backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro X Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
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 X12 Detachable (20UW)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, inclinometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Navigation Receiver GPS/GLONASS -
Compliant Standards - RoHS, low halogen, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.498 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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