Lenovo IdeaPad 15″ (15IRU8) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (QWU-00001)
Comparison summary
- IdeaPad is the better value option.
- For performance IdeaPad has a better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
- IdeaPad features a bigger display. For portability Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- IdeaPad has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo IdeaPad 15″ (15IRU8)
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (QWU-00001)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo IdeaPad 15″ (15IRU8) | Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (QWU-00001) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5-1335U | Intel Core i5 Series |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 8gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| Intel Iris Xe | - |
| Screen size | |
| 15.6″ | 12.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 3.57 lbs (1.62 kg) | 1.1 lbs (0.5 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.15 x 9.25 x 0.7 inches | 12.8 x 9.21 x 2.68 inches |
| (35.94 x 23.49 x 1.78 cm) | (32.51 x 23.39 x 6.81 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 120gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 5, 2026 | November 11, 2022 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $919.00 | $999.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $919.00 | $999.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo IdeaPad 15″ (15IRU8)
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (QWU-00001)
Compare Lenovo IdeaPad 15″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ vs other Intel i5 laptops:
Lenovo IdeaPad 15″ (15IRU8) summary
Lenovo IdeaPad is a fine value Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, though enough RAM for its price. The laptop is lightweight at only 3.57 lbs (1.62 kg). Your 2000gb SSD storage is a fantastic amount. Full HD resolution is okay for the 15″ monitor.
Lenovo IdeaPad 15.6" FHD 1920x1080 Laptop, 10-Core 13th Generation Intel i5-1335U, 16GB LPDDR5, 2TB SSD, Intel Iris Xe Graphics, Shared, Wi-Fi 6 720p HD Camera, Win11 Home w/ONT 32GB USB
Powerful 13th Generation Intel i5-1335U 10-Core (Base Clock 2.3GHz, Up to 4.6 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 12 MB Intel Smart cache, 10 cores, 2 Performance-Cores, 8 Efficient-Cores, 12 threads)
Upgraded to 16GB DDR5 SDRAM 4800 MHz | 2TB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive | Windows 11 Home
Brilliant 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 250 nits Anti-glare, 45% NTSC, Thin Bezel LCD Display. Powered by Intel Iris Xe Graphics, 720p HD Camera with Privacy Shutter and integrated digital microphone
Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX203 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.2. 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C support Data Transfer / Power Delivery / DisplayPort / 5Gbps, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A support 5Gbps, 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, 1x Memory Card, 1x Coaxial plug Power Jack
Full-size with Numpad; Speakers 2Wx2; 47Whr 3-cell lithium-ion battery (Up to 8hours non-gaming battery life); 14.15 x 9.25 x 0.70 inches, 3.57 lbs; Arctic Grey / Grey Color; 65W AC Adapter, ONT 32GB USB Drive
ASIN: B0HCY7XGL4
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (QWU-00001) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is an acceptably priced compact Windows laptop released in 2022. It is very easy to carry at only 1.1 lbs (0.5 kg) for a 12-inch laptop. Your 120gb SSD storage is quite limited.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 – 12.3" Touch-Screen - 10th Gen Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 128GB SSD – Platinum with Black Type Cover
Next-gen, best-in-class laptop with the versatility of a studio and tablet, so you can type, touch, draw, write, work, and play more naturally
Faster than surface pro 6, with a 10th gen intel core processor – redefining what’s possible in a thin and light computer.
More ways to connect, with both USB-c and USB-a ports for connecting to displays, docking stations and more, as well as accessory charging. Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0
Standout design that won’t weigh you down — ultra-slim and light surface pro 7 starts at just 1.70 pounds
All day battery life up to 10.5 hours, Plus the ability to go from empty to full faster — about 80 percent in just over an hour
Free Upgrade to Windows 11 when available (see below).
ASIN: B07YNJGMH6