Lenovo ThinkPad 14″ (T490) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001)
Comparison summary
- Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ is clearly better laptop.
- For performance Pro 9 has a lot better processor.
- Pro 9 has Windows 11 Pro, which is both better and safer than Windows 10 Pro that is in Lenovo ThinkPad 14″.
- When it comes to graphics Pro 9 has a superior graphics card.
- Pro 9 features a higher resolution screen (2880x1920).
- ThinkPad offers a larger screen. For portability Pro 9 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad offers more SSD storage.
Lenovo ThinkPad 14″ (T490)
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad 14″ (T490) | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5-8265U | Intel Core i5 Series |
| 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 | |
| Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel Iris Xe |
| Screen size | |
| 14″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | 2880x1920 (2880 x 1920 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.78 lbs (2.17 kg) | 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 12.95 x 8.94 x 0.7 inches | 11.3 x 8.1 x 0.37 inches |
| (32.89 x 22.71 x 1.78 cm) | (28.7 x 20.57 x 0.94 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 8, 2020 | December 26, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,283.20 | $1,299.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,283.20 | $1,299.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad 14″ (T490)
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad 14″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ vs other Intel i5 laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad 14″ (T490) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad is a laptop with Windows 10 Pro. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU and also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite hefty at 4.78 lbs (2.17 kg). Only Full HD resolution is mediocre for the 14″ IPS screen. The 500gb SSD storage is less than average.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14.0" FHD (1920x1080) 250 nits IPS Anti-Glare Display - Intel Core i5-8265U Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe-NVMe SSD, Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
Intel Core i5-8265U Quad-core 1.60GHz (Up to 3.90GHz) Processor
16GB DDR4 2400MHz RAM (8GB soldered + 8GB DIMM), 512GB PCIe-NVMe SSD
14" FHD (1920x1080, 250 nits) IPS anti-glare Display
Intel UHD Graphics 620, Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
RAM & Hard Drive Upgrades | View Product Description for complete details and specifications
ASIN: B07QHZQG6G
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is a portable touchscreen laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2023. It is very lightweight at only 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg). 2880x1920 resolution is impressive for the 13-inch screen. Your 250gb SSD storage is rather limited.
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13" Touch-Screen Intel Core i5-16GB Memory - 256GB SSD Platinum
Intel 12th Gen i5 Fast processor, 256GB SSD Drive, 16GB RAM
13" Touchscreen 2880 x 1920, Wi-Fi 6: 802.11ax compatible, Bluetooth 5.1
Ports: Full-size USB 3.0; microSD card reader; Headphone jack; Mini DisplayPort; Cover port; Charging port, Camera: 5MP front-facing and 8MP rear-facing cameras with 1080p HD video recording
13" Touchscreen 2880 x 1920, Stereo speakers with Dolby Audio-enhanced sound
Operating System: Windows 11 PRO, Intel Iris Xe Graphics
ASIN: B0CPC7DYPF