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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch and IdeaPad 520S-14IKB within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch | IdeaPad 520S-14IKB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Microsoft | Lenovo |
| Product Family | Surface Laptop | IdeaPad |
| Model | Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch | IdeaPad 520S-14IKB |
| Model Number | 2036 | IdeaPad 520S-14IKB |
| Part Number / SKU | Surface_Laptop_7th_Edition_2036 | — |
| Launch Year | 2024 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Premium / Ultraportable | Mainstream |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | No OS |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | — |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Qualcomm | Intel |
| Processor Family | Qualcomm Snapdragon X | Intel Core i3 |
| Processor Model | Snapdragon X | Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | — | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | — | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | — | 15 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Qualcomm Hexagon NPU | — |
| NPU Performance | 45 TOPS | — |
| Copilot+ PC | Yes | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Qualcomm | Intel |
| GPU Model | Qualcomm Adreno X1-85 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1250 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | — |
| Maximum External Resolution | 5120 x 2880 @ 60 Hz (single); 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz each (dual) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5X | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 8448 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Single |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | — |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | Removable SSD | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | — |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 13.8 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 2304 x 1536 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | Custom | FHD |
| Display Technology | — | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | PixelSense Flow | IPS |
| Touchscreen | Yes | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | — |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| Display Brightness | 600 nits | 220 nits |
| Peak HDR Brightness | 600 nits | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 1400:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Glossy | Anti-glare |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 178° x 178° degree | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p FHD | — |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | Windows Studio Effects | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Omnisonic speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos | Harman; Dolby Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual Studio Mics | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Mechanical keyboard | 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Precision Haptic touchpad | One-piece multi-touch touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | Glass | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11be | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Tri-band | Dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 4.1 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB-A 3.1 | 1x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 Always On |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB-C / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort 1.4a | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 |
| USB4 Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort 1.4a via USB-C | No |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | Yes | — |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x removable PCIe 4.0 SSD | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | 20 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Microsoft local video playback test | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 39 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | Surface Connect | Barrel (round-tip) |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 301 mm | 327.4 mm |
| Depth | 220 mm | 236.5 mm |
| Thickness | 17.5 mm | 19.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.34 kg | 1.7 kg |
| Chassis Material | Anodized aluminum | Aluminum / PC-ABS |
| Lid Material | Anodized aluminum | Aluminum |
| Base Material | Anodized aluminum | PC/ABS |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810H tested | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Pluton TPM 2.0 | — |
| Microsoft Pluton | Yes | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | — |
| Color / Color Temperature Sensor | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | Gold | Silver |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified | — |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | Enclosure: minimum 67.2% recycled content; includes 100% recycled aluminum alloy and 100% recycled rare earth metals | — |
| Product Carbon Footprint | 204 kg CO2e | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Limited hardware warranty | — |
Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch and IdeaPad 520S-14IKB share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Graphics Type (Integrated), VRAM Capacity (0 GB), VRAM Type (Shared system memory).
The main differences: Processor Model (Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch: Snapdragon X, IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz); GPU Model (Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch: Qualcomm Adreno X1-85, IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: Intel HD Graphics 620); Installed Memory (Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch: 16 GB, IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch: 512 GB, IdeaPad 520S-14IKB: 256 GB).
Surface Laptop 7 13.8-inch may suit users who need its differing values, while IdeaPad 520S-14IKB benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
