Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00) 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 ThinkPad /Black 16″ features a bigger display. For portability Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00) | 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 255U | 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 | |
| 3.96 lbs (1.8 kg) | 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.06 x 9.98 x 0.77 inches | 11.3 x 8.2 x 0.37 inches |
| (35.71 x 25.35 x 1.96 cm) | (28.7 x 20.83 x 0.94 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 3, 2026 | May 31, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,349.00 | $1,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,349.00 | $1,199.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ (21SBS3GH00)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad /Black 16″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 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 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