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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 15-inch and SmartBook 130 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Surface Laptop 7 15-inch | SmartBook 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Microsoft | Mediacom |
| Product Family | Surface Laptop | SmartBook |
| Model | Surface Laptop 7 15-inch | SmartBook 130 |
| Model Number | 2037 | M-SB130 |
| Part Number / SKU | Surface_Laptop_7th_Edition_2037 | M-SB130 |
| Launch Year | 2024 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Premium / Ultraportable | Mainstream |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Qualcomm | Intel |
| Processor Family | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite | Intel Atom |
| Processor Model | Snapdragon X Elite X1E80100 | Intel Atom x5-Z8350 1.44GHz |
| Processor Generation | — | Cherry Trail |
| CPU Architecture | ARM64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 12 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | — | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 1.44 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 1.92 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| 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 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1250 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | — |
| Maximum External Resolution | 5120 x 2880 @ 60 Hz (single); 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz each (dual) | — |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | — |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5X | — |
| Memory Speed | 8448 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered | — |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | — |
| Memory Channels | — | Single |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | eMMC |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | eMMC |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | Removable SSD | M.2 2242 (expansion) |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSDXC | microSD |
| Card Reader Standard | microSDXC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15 inch | 13.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 2496 x 1664 | 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 | — |
| Peak HDR Brightness | 600 nits | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 1300:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Glossy | — |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Viewing Angle | 178° x 178° degree | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p FHD | 0.3 |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | Windows Studio Effects | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Omnisonic speakers | Built-in speaker |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual Studio Mics | Built-in microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Mechanical keyboard | — |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Precision Haptic touchpad | — |
| Touchpad Material | Glass | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 7 | — |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11be | — |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Tri-band | — |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB-A 3.1 | USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 1 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB-C / USB4 / charging / DisplayPort 1.4a | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | — |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort 1.4a via USB-C | — |
| 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 | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | Yes | — |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x removable PCIe 4.0 SSD | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 66 Wh | 8000 Wh |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Life | 22 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Microsoft local video playback test | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | — |
| Power Connector | Surface Connect | — |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 329 mm | 315 mm |
| Depth | 239 mm | 212 mm |
| Thickness | 18.29 mm | 16.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.66 kg | 1.35 kg |
| Chassis Material | Anodized aluminum | — |
| Lid Material | Anodized aluminum | — |
| Base Material | Anodized aluminum | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810H tested | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Pluton TPM 2.0 | — |
| Microsoft Pluton | Yes | — |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | — |
| Color / Color Temperature Sensor | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR | — |
| EPEAT | Gold | — |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified | — |
| Recycled Materials | Enclosure: minimum 67.2% recycled content; includes 100% recycled aluminum alloy and 100% recycled rare earth metals | — |
| Product Carbon Footprint | 225 kg CO2e | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Limited hardware warranty | — |
Surface Laptop 7 15-inch and SmartBook 130 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Graphics Type (Integrated), VRAM Capacity (0 GB).
The main differences: Processor Model (Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: Snapdragon X Elite X1E80100, SmartBook 130: Intel Atom x5-Z8350 1.44GHz); GPU Model (Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: Qualcomm Adreno X1-85, SmartBook 130: Intel HD Graphics); Installed Memory (Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: 16 GB, SmartBook 130: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Surface Laptop 7 15-inch: 512 GB, SmartBook 130: 32 GB).
Surface Laptop 7 15-inch may suit users who need its differing values, while SmartBook 130 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
