Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001)
Comparison summary
- Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ is clearly winner while also being better priced.
- For performance Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 has a better processor.
- Pro 9 has Windows 11 Pro, which is both better and safer than Windows 11 that is in ThinkPad E16 Gen 1.
- When it comes to graphics Pro 9 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- Pro 9 features a higher resolution screen (2880x1920).
- ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 offers a larger screen. For portability Pro 9 is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 offers more SSD storage.
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 | 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 i5-1335U | 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 | Intel Iris Xe |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | 2880x1920 (2880 x 1920 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 7.63 lbs (3.46 kg) | 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14 x 10 x 1 inches | 11.3 x 8.1 x 0.37 inches |
| (35.56 x 25.4 x 2.54 cm) | (28.7 x 20.57 x 0.94 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 12, 2024 | December 26, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,349.00 | $1,299.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,349.00 | $1,299.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ (QIA-00001)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 / Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ vs other Intel i5 laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 summary
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 is a Windows laptop released in 2024. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less RAM than the competition for its price. The laptop is quite on the heavier side at 7.63 lbs (3.46 kg). WUXGA resolution is satisfactory for the 16-inch IPS display. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors.
LENOVO ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 Business Laptop 16.0" Touch IPS WUXGA Display (Intel 13th Gen i5-1335U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, 2 Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6, Win 11P) w/Hub
Includes Authorized Dockztorm Portable USB Hub(Special Edition Portable Dockztorm Data Hub;Super Speedy Data Syn Rate upto 5Gbps)
CPU Model Speed: 130 GHz | Graphics Coprocessor: Intel UHD Graphics | Keyboard Layout: Qwerty
ASIN: B0CJ5LJ6PN
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