Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ (83S6000BUS) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Comparison summary
- Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ is hands-down winner while also being better priced.
- For performance Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet has a better performing processor.
- Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ features a bigger display. For portability Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
- IdeaPad has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ (83S6000BUS)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ (83S6000BUS) | Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 355 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | Snapdragon X Plus - X1P64100 - Qualcomm Adreno |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 4.07 lbs (1.85 kg) | 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.17 x 12.7 x 0.7 inches | 11.3 x 8.2 x 0.37 inches |
| (35.99 x 32.26 x 1.78 cm) | (28.7 x 20.83 x 0.94 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 14, 2026 | May 31, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,299.00 | $1,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,299.00 | $1,099.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ (83S6000BUS)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Compare Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ vs other touchscreen laptops:
Lenovo IdeaPad 16″ (83S6000BUS) summary
Lenovo IdeaPad is a good value Windows touchscreen laptop released in 2026. It has an excellent Intel processor, however less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite portable at only 4.07 lbs (1.85 kg). WUXGA resolution is fine for the 16″ 120 Hz IPS display. The 1000gb SSD storage is reasonable.
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 16" Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 7 355 - WUXGA 1920 x 1200-16GB RAM - 1TB SSD - Windows 11 Home
Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 355 / NPU 50 TOPS
16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz RAM
1 x 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
16" (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 400 nits IPS Anti-Glare 120 Hz Touch
Integrated Intel DirectX 12 Ultimate GPU Graphics
Windows 11 Home (64-bit)
Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4
ASIN: B0HCCY4456
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is a fair value portable Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2025. It has an excellent Qualcomm CPU, though not that much RAM for its price. The laptop is very portable at only 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) for a 13-inch laptop. The 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, 13" Touchscreen Display, Snapdragon X Plus (10 Core), 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Dune
[This is a Copilot+ PC] — A new AI era begins. Experience enhanced performance and AI capabilities with Copilot+ PC, boosting productivity with security and privacy in mind.
[Introducing Surface Pro 13” Touchscreen Display] — The most flexible, powerful 2-in-1 laptop and tablet with AI-accelerated Copilot+ experiences. Surface Pro 11th Edition reimagines the laptop.
[Flexibility at Any Angle] — Use with the detachable Surface Pro Flex Keyboard (sold separately). Shift from tablet to laptop to sketchbook with its unique kickstand.
[Outstanding Performance] — Snapdragon X Plus (10 core) or Elite (12 core) with powerful NPU, faster than MacBook Air M3[1].
[All day battery life] — 14 hours of battery life[5], fast charging with 65W PSU via Surface Connect or USB-C.
ASIN: B0CXL51P6F