Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (21ST0008US) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386)
Comparison summary
- Pro is the better value option.
- For performance Pro has a better performing processor.
- Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 features a bigger display. For carrying Pro is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (21ST0008US)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (21ST0008US) | 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 | |
| AMD Ryzen 5 Series | Snapdragon X Plus - X1P42100 - Qualcomm Oryon |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| - | 16gb |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 5.8 lbs (2.63 kg) | 3.7 lbs (1.68 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14 x 9.8 x 0.83 inches | 12.07 x 8.98 x 1.97 inches |
| (35.56 x 24.89 x 2.11 cm) | (30.66 x 22.81 x 5 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| - | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| April 14, 2026 | June 16, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,419.05 | $1,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,419.05 | $1,349.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (21ST0008US)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ (EP2-66386)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 / Microsoft Surface Pro 13″ vs other touchscreen laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (21ST0008US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 is a touchscreen laptop released in 2026. It is quite bulky at 5.8 lbs (2.63 kg). WUXGA resolution is okay for the 16″ display. Your 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors.
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 21ST0008US 16" Touchscreen Notebook - WUXGA - AMD Ryzen 7 250-16 GB - 512 GB SSD - English Keyboard - Black
Release Month: January
Release Year: 2025
Processor Manufacturer: AMD
Processor Type: Ryzen 7
ASIN: B0GX14PPC4
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