Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13.5" vs Dell Latitude 12.5" E7240
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13.5" 2019, Core i5-1035G7, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum
Dell Latitude 12.5" E7240, Core i5-4300U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black / Silver
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13.5" 2019, Core i5-1035G7, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum
The Microsoft Surface Laptop receives mostly positive feedback for its build quality, performance, and value, especially as a refurbished unit. Users appreciate the sleek design, lightweight feel, and overall speed for everyday tasks. However, several reviews mention significant drawbacks such as battery life lasting only 2-3 hours, charging issues, keyboard registration problems, and overheating. A few users also noted cosmetic flaws like missing rubber feet or a persistent refurbished sticker. Despite these issues, most recommend it for office work, school, and light gaming.
Pros
- Sleek aesthetic design
- Lightweight and portable
- High-quality metal build
- Fast performance for daily tasks
- Excellent touchscreen
Cons
- Short battery life (2-3 hours)
- Charging issues reported
- Keyboard key registration problems
- Overheating tendencies
- Missing or faulty rubber feet
Dell Latitude 12.5" E7240, Core i5-4300U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black / Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this refurbished Dell Ultrabook, praising its near-new condition, fast performance, and excellent value for the price. The compact design, removable battery, and full-size ports are frequently highlighted as standout features. A few minor issues like a DOA unit (quickly replaced) and a non-touchscreen are noted, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Near-new condition
- Fast performance
- Great value for money
- Compact and lightweight design
- Removable battery
Cons
- No touchscreen
- Occasional DOA units
- Not WiFi hotspot capable
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13.5" | Dell Latitude 12.5" E7240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i5 1035G7★ | Intel Core i5-4300U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4★ | 2 |
| Frequency | 1.2 GHz | 1.9 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB★ | 4 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel HD Graphics 620★ | Intel HD Graphics 4400 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | DDR3 |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.5" | 12.5" |
| Resolution | 2256 px★ | 1366 px |
| Panel | IPS★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| HDMI | Mini DisplayPort | HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5★ | 802.11n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 | No Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | — | RJ-45 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.54 kg | 1.36 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 10 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13.5" 2019, Core i5-1035G7, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum
- Strong affordability (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong portability (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average ram (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average port selection (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average gpu (18th percentile)18th %ile
Dell Latitude 12.5" E7240, Core i5-4300U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black / Silver
- Strong portability (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong affordability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (78th percentile)
- Below average screen (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average cpu (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average ram (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average gpu (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13.5" 2019, Core i5-1035G7, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Platinum
Dell Latitude 12.5" E7240, Core i5-4300U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black / Silver
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 47 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 11 of 24 specs.
