Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14″ (IdeaPad Flex 5) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001)
Comparison summary
- Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ is clearly better laptop however IdeaPad Flex 5 offers better value.
- For performance Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet has a lot better processor.
- Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet has Windows 11, which is superior to Windows 10 Home that is in IdeaPad Flex 5.
- IdeaPad Flex 5 offers a larger screen. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- IdeaPad Flex 5 offers more SSD storage.
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14″ (IdeaPad Flex 5)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14″ (IdeaPad Flex 5) | Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | 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 | |
| 14″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 3.68 lbs (1.67 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 12.65 x 8.56 x 0.82 inches | 11.3 x 8.2 x 0.37 inches |
| (32.13 x 21.74 x 2.08 cm) | (28.7 x 20.83 x 0.94 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 25, 2021 | June 4, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $889.00 | $999.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $889.00 | $999.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14″ (IdeaPad Flex 5)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001)
Compare Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ vs other 2-in-1 laptops:
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14″ (IdeaPad Flex 5) summary
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a Windows 2-in-1 laptop. It doesn't come with the top AMD processor, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg). Only Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 14″ IPS monitor. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors.
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 2-in-1 Laptop, 14" Full HD IPS Touch Screen, AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, Webcam, Backlit Keyboard, Fingerprint Reader, USB-C, HDMI, Windows 10 Home, 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe SSD
【Authorized WOOV 32GB Micro SD Card】AMD Ryzen 7 4700U Processor (8C / 8T, 2.0 / 4.1GHz, 4MB L2 / 8MB L3), Windows 10 Home 64 bit Operating System.
14 inch FHD (1920x1080) IPS 250nits Glossy Touch Screen, Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
16GB DDR4 3200 Memory, 512GB SSD PCIe NVMe Storage
ASIN: B08SMFZSLQ
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is a compact Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2025. It has a fantastic Qualcomm processor plus enough RAM for its price. The laptop is quite heavy at 3.68 lbs (1.67 kg) for a 13″ laptop. The 250gb SSD storage is rather limited.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, 13" Touchscreen Display, Snapdragon X Plus (10 Core), 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, Platinum
[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: B0CXL5272V