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Lenovo Essential 15.6" FHD Laptop vs Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

Two of the most-reviewed laptops on Amazon.com, compared on our score, owner ratings and the specs that actually differ. Prices are not printed because they change daily; the buttons open the live listings.

Our verdict: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

  • Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 scores higher in our testing (9.0 vs 8.6 out of 10).
  • Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 has the better Amazon owner rating (4.5 vs 4.3 stars).

Scores are ours (out of 10); ratings and review counts are pulled from Amazon.com at import time.

Specs side by side

SpecLenovo Essential 15.6" FHD LaptopMicrosoft Surface Laptop 3
Our score8.6 / 109.0 / 10
Amazon rating4.3 (942)4.5 (672)
BrandLenovoMicrosoft
Operating SystemWindows 11 HomeWindows 10 Home
Hard Disk DescriptionUFSSSD
Graphics Ram TypeSharedDDR4 SDRAM
Hard-Drive Size128 GB128 GB
Graphics DescriptionIntegratedIntegrated
Video ProcessorIntelIntel

Highlighted rows are where the two differ.

Choose the Lenovo Essential 15.6" FHD Laptop if…

  • operating system of "Windows 11 Home" fits your setup
  • hard disk description of "UFS" fits your setup
  • graphics ram type of "Shared" fits your setup

Choose the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 if…

  • you want the higher overall score in our testing
  • owner satisfaction matters most (4.5 stars)
  • operating system of "Windows 10 Home" fits your setup
  • hard disk description of "SSD" fits your setup
  • graphics ram type of "DDR4 SDRAM" fits your setup

Lenovo Essential 15.6" FHD Laptop

What we like
  • Efficient Performance for Everyday Computing: Powered by Intel N150 Quad-Core processor (up to 3.6GHz, 6MB cache) with 8GB LPDDR5-4800 RAM and integrated Intel Graphics, delivering smooth multitasking for web browsing, document editing, streaming, and video calls. Pre-installed Windows 11 Home in S mode, English with Microsoft 365 Personal included for productivity right out of the box.
  • Immersive 15.6" FHD Display with Privacy Features: Features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) anti-glare display with 250 nits brightness and 88% screen-to-body ratio for an expansive viewing experience. HD 720p camera with built-in privacy shutter protects your privacy when not in use, perfect for secure video conferencing and online learning.
  • Fast Connectivity and Seamless Wireless Performance: Equipped with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.2 for faster, more reliable wireless connections. Multiple ports including 2x USB-A 5Gbps, 1x USB-C with Power Delivery and DisplayPort, HDMI 1.4, headphone jack, and SD card reader provide versatile connectivity for all your devices and accessories.
  • Portable Design Built for Durability: Weighing just 3.42 lbs with a slim 0.70-inch profile, this laptop is easy to carry anywhere. MIL-STD-810H military-grade tested for reliability and durability. Arctic Grey finish with ergonomic design includes a precision touchpad and full-size keyboard with dedicated AI Copilot hotkey for enhanced productivity.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

What we like
  • Clean, elegant design — Thin and light, starting at just 2.79 pounds, Surface Laptop 3 is easy to carry
  • Choose from rich tone-on-tone color combinations: New Sandstone, plus Matte Black, Cobalt Blue, and Platinum
  • Improved speed and performance to do what you want, with the latest processors – Surface Laptop 3 is up to two times faster than surface Laptop 2
  • More ways to connect, with USB-C and USB-A ports for connecting to displays, docking stations and more, as well as accessory charging

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