Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Microsoft Surface
Microsoft Surface

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS). 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 Review

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

versatile form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight design

solid build quality

good battery life

higher price range

limited port selection

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

decent battery life

includes office 365

fanless design

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface and ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm 27.9 cm x 19.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.05 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium -
Colour Platinum Peacock blue
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour Anti-glare, 73% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Features Precision touchpad Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 in S mode
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) McAfee LiveSafe, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ASUS GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Fast charging Fanless, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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