Lenovo ThinkPad T470s 14″ (20JS0004US) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (PUV-00016)
Comparison summary
- Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ is outright better laptop however ThinkPad T470s offers better value.
- For performance Pro 7 has a lot faster processor.
- Pro 7 has Windows 11, which is better than Windows 7 that is in ThinkPad T470s.
- ThinkPad T470s features a bigger display. For carrying Pro 7 is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s 14″ (20JS0004US)
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (PUV-00016)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad T470s 14″ (20JS0004US) | Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (PUV-00016) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-6600U | Intel Core i5 Series |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 8gb | 8gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| Intel HD 520 | - |
| Screen size | |
| 14″ | 12.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 2.91 lbs (1.32 kg) | 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13 x 8.9 x 0.7 inches | 12.74 x 9.09 x 1.91 inches |
| (33.02 x 22.61 x 1.78 cm) | (32.36 x 23.09 x 4.85 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 7 | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 250gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| January 3, 2018 | November 11, 2022 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $955.33 | $999.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $955.33 | $999.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s 14″ (20JS0004US)
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (PUV-00016)
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad T470s 14″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ vs other portable laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s 14″ (20JS0004US) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s is a Windows laptop. It is lightweight at only 2.91 lbs (1.32 kg). The laptop doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less RAM than competitors for its price. Merely Full HD resolution is mediocre for the 14″ IPS screen. Your 250gb SSD storage is very small.
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s Laptop with Intel Core i7-6600U, 8GB DDR4 RAM, 256GB SSD, Windows 7 Pro - 14" FHD IPS Display - Black - 20JS0004US
6th Generation Intel Core i7-6600U Dual Core Processor (up to 3.4 GHz Max Turbo)
256GB PCIe-NVMe Solid State Drive (SSD) , 8GB DDR4 RAM
14-inch FHD Anti-Glare (Matte) Non-touch IPS Display (1920x1080)
Windows 7 Professional Pre-installed
Intel 8260 AC-WiFi , Fingerprint Reader , Backlit Keyboard , Intel HD 520 Graphics , 3-cell (23Wh)
Internal Battery + 3-cell (26Wh) External Battery (Hot-Swappable)
ASIN: B0718ZPBCV
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12″ (PUV-00016) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is an acceptably priced compact Windows laptop released in 2022. It is easy to carry at only 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg) for a 12-inch laptop. Your 250gb SSD storage is quite limited.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 – 12.3" Touch-Screen - 10th Gen Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD – Matte Black
Next-gen, best-in-class laptop with the versatility of a studio and tablet, so you can type, touch, draw, write, work, and play more naturally
Faster than Surface Pro 6, with a 10th Gen Intel Core Processor – redefining what’s possible in a thin and light computer.
More ways to connect, with both USB-C and USB-A ports for connecting to displays, docking stations and more, as well as accessory charging
Standout design that won’t weigh you down — ultra-slim and light Surface Pro 7 starts at just 1.70 pounds
All-day battery life up to 10.5 hours, plus the ability to go from empty to full faster — about 80% in just over an hour
Front/Rear Camera System: Video Recording: 1080p
Free Upgrade to Windows 11 when available (see below).
ASIN: B07YNJ6BQL