Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Microsoft Surface Book 3

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Microsoft Surface Book 3. 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 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

Microsoft Surface Book 3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Book 3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

high-resolution touchscreen

robust build quality

good battery life

powerful base performance

expensive price point

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro X and Microsoft Surface Book 3
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Microsoft Surface Book 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm 31.2 cm x 23.2 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 774 g 1.534 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Magnesium alloy
Colour Platinum | Matte black Platinum
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Screen Size (Type) 13" 13.5"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 3000 x 2000
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 267
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Features PixelSense PixelSense
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
CPU Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 3733 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 685 Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Camera Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) Yes - 1080p
Resolution 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Autofocus, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
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 Microsoft Surface Book 3
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Type - Keyboard, trackpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (on keyboard dock) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
SurfaceConnect (on keyboard dock)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft 365 (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Book 3
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features - Volume control, Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode
Navigation Receiver GPS/GLONASS -
SAR Value 1.498 W/kg (body) 1.45 W/kg (body)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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