Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386)
Comparison summary
- ThinkPad /Black is the better value option.
- For performance Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ has a bit better performing processor.
- ThinkPad /Black features a bigger display. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad /Black has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00) | Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 255U | Snapdragon X Plus - X1P42100 - Qualcomm Oryon |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 3.96 lbs (1.8 kg) | 3.7 lbs (1.68 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.06 x 9.98 x 0.77 inches | 12.07 x 8.98 x 1.97 inches |
| (35.71 x 25.35 x 1.96 cm) | (30.66 x 22.81 x 5 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 3, 2026 | June 16, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,349.00 | $1,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,349.00 | $1,499.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ vs other touchscreen laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad /Black is a Windows touchscreen laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less memory than the competition for its price. The laptop is lightweight at only 3.96 lbs (1.8 kg). WUXGA resolution is passable for the 16-inch IPS screen. Your 500gb SSD storage is below average.
Lenovo ThinkPad Business Laptop/Black / 16" WUXGA 1920 x 1200 Touchscreen/Intel Ultra 7 255U 12-Core/Intel Graphics / 16 GB DDR5 DRAM - 512 GBNVMe SSD / W11H / Wi-Fi 6E Fingerprint Reader TB4
「Display」Stunning 16" WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS Touchscreen 400 nits Anti-glare 45% NTSC / LED-backlit Display
「Memory / Storage / operation system」16 GB DDR5 SDRAM 5600 MHz / 512 GB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive for Storage / Windows 11 Home
「CPU / GPU」Intel Ultra 7 255U Processor Up to 5.2 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology / 12 MB Intel Smart cache/ 12 Cores(2 Performance Cores + 10 Efficient Cores) / 14 Threads with Intel GraphicsGraphics
「Connection & Ports / Battery」2x USB Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps Type-C support Power Delivery / DisplayPort through USB Type-C / 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A support Always On / 5Gbps / 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A support 5Gbps / 1x USB 2.0 Type-A/ 1x RJ-45 / 1x HDMI 2.1 / 1x Headphone and microphone combo jack / 57Whr 4-Cell lithium-ion battery (up to 6 hours battery life)
「Features」Full size Backlit Keyboard with Numpad, Fingerprint Reader, TrackPoint / Fingerprint Reader / Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 / 5.0MP + IR Camera with Privacy Shutter/ 14.06" L x 9.98" W x 0.77" H / 3.96 lbs
ASIN: B0HHLZCXL7
Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro is a compact Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2026. It is quite hefty at 3.7 lbs (1.68 kg) for a 13-inch laptop. The laptop doesn't have the best Snapdragon CPU and also less RAM overall for its price. The 250gb SSD storage is very small.
Microsoft Surface Pro (2026), 13-inch Premium Performance 2-in-1 Laptop, Snapdragon X2 Plus Processor, Touchscreen Display, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage, Windows 11 Copilot+ PC Built for AI, Platinum
Brilliant LCD Display – The 13" PixelSense touchscreen[1], with LCD and enriched HDR[2] tech, unveils crisper whites, darker blacks, and colors so richly saturated bringing vivid life into every frame – perfect for work, school, streaming and creative tasks.
Up to 15.5hours of battery life[3] - The new Surface Pro is designed for long days, late nights and everything in between.
Productivity. All Day. Every Day. – Built with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (10 Core) processors, Surface Pro delivers fast, responsive performance with built-in AI acceleration—so you can handle everything from everyday tasks to demanding workloads with ease.
The ports you need – Charge on-the-go, transfer data fast, or create the ultimate desktop set up with two USB-C / USB4[4] ports.
Built-in AI Companion – Work smarter, create freely, and communicate with confidence—Copilot[5] on Windows 11 is always there to help.
Perfect Match – Designed in premium Alcantara fabric with two color options[6], the Surface Pro 13-inch Flex Keyboard[7] is the perfect match for your Surface Pro.
Designed to be a laptop or a tablet – The iconic built-in 165-degree fluid kickstand offers flexibility at any angle.
Laptop flexibility in one powerful tablet – Transform Surface Pro into a full thin and light Windows laptop with the Surface Pro 13-inch Flex Keyboard[7], offering a comfortable typing and touchpad experience.
ASIN: B0GW996BN9