Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 2024, Celeron N, 4GB, 128GB SSD, Gray
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
What Buyers Say
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 2024, Celeron N, 4GB, 128GB SSD, Gray
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" laptop receives mixed reviews. Some users praise its value for the price, good performance for basic tasks, and excellent battery life, especially when running Linux. However, several buyers report serious issues like constant freezing, poor battery life, low RAM causing startup problems, and a Windows 11 S mode that cannot be removed, along with poor customer service from the seller.
Pros
- Great value for the price
- Excellent battery life
- Good performance for basic tasks
- Runs Linux well
- Includes USB, HDMI, Bluetooth, WiFi, audio jack, and camera
Cons
- Constant freezing issues
- Poor battery life on some units
- Low RAM (4GB) causes startup problems
- Windows 11 S mode cannot be removed
- Poor customer service from seller
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
Users are very satisfied with the Surface Laptop, praising its build quality, smooth trackpad, excellent screen brightness, and long battery life. One reviewer noted a printer connectivity issue, but overall sentiment is highly positive. The magnetic charging port is also appreciated for its durability.
Pros
- Excellent screen brightness
- Smooth trackpad
- Great battery life
- Well-constructed build
- Magnetic charging port
Cons
- Printer connectivity issue
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 | Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 2.8 GHz celeron_n | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 2 | 12★ |
| Frequency | 1.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics★ | Qualcomm Adreno |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage 1 | 128 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 15" |
| Resolution | 1366 px | 2496 px★ |
| Panel | TN | IPS★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 45%NTSC | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | — | USB4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI | — |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.27 kg★ | 1.66 kg |
| Battery | — | 66 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 2024, Celeron N, 4GB, 128GB SSD, Gray
- Strong affordability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong portability (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average screen (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average ram (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average cpu (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (7th percentile)7th %ile
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong screen (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average gpu (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14IGL7 2024, Celeron N, 4GB, 128GB SSD, Gray
Microsoft Surface Laptop 15" 7th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 29 specs.
