Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3). 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.
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
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
robust connectivity options
supports fast charging
dedicated nvidia gpu
upgradeable ram and storage
solid build quality
average battery capacity
basic 250-nit display
limited cpu performance
no fingerprint reader
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook - 180-degree hinge design |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm | 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm |
Weight | 1.13 kg | 1.77 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium | Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) |
Colour | Platinum | Thunder black |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 12.4" | 15.6" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
Screen Resolution | 1536 x 1024 | 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 | - | 250 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 45% NTSC |
Features | Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour | Anti-glare |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U | Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
Number of Cores | 10-core | 10-core |
Cache | 12 MB | 12 MB |
Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
Empty Slots | - | 1 |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD | 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
Video System Features | - | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
Camera Features | - | Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC3287 |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Audio Premium | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio |
Audio Features | Output: Omnisonic speakers | Input: Dolby Voice, far-field |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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Wireless Controller | - | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Intel I219-V |
Features | - | Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | 4G upgradable |
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BATTERY | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Technology | - | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 41 Wh | 57 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 15 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 39 Watt | 65 Watt |
INPUT | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | Precision touchpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Interfaces | USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort USB 3.1 Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm) SurfaceConnect |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 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) HDMI (4K support) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD) |
SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro - English |
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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 | Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H3) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor | - |
Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington nano security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Fast charging | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password |
Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C |
Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day |