Microsoft Surface vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG). 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 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

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

modest performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm 36.02 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.58 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Platinum Abyss blue | Cloud grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U AMD Ryzen 5 7520U / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5500 MHz
Rated Speed - 5500 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 17.35 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 17.35 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15AMN7 (82VG)
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 2.0) Security Chip
Features Fast charging Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Carbon Footprint - 309 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
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