Hello,
I'm looking for a new Windows tablet and I've narrowed it down to Lumia 2520 and the Surface 2. I'll be using it as a glorified reader with general internet usage, media player, MS Office stuff and brainstorming. Big part of it's usage will be outdoors.
Here's my comparison.
1. I like the Lumia's profile. It makes it easier to hold in hands, but it has no kickstand, while the Surface 2 has a 2 point kickstand. Of the two features I choose the kickstand as it will suit my use more.
2. Both screens are 1080 with similar quality and both claim excellent outdoor visibility, which is very important. Can somebody make a comparison on this? Is one better outdoor screen than the other?
3. Battery life seems a bit longer on the Lumia, especially with the Power keyboard which is a great feature. But then again, battery life on the Surface 2 is also great.
4. Power keyboard Vs. Type cover. I like the Power keyboard for providing additional battery life, 2 full sized USB ports, a kickstand and an over-all cover. However I don't like the flimsy track pad, the keys aren't backlit, the kickstand is not adjustable, it adds some weight and you can't use it like a normal tablet with the keyboard folded behind it (am I wrong here?). The keyboard on the Surface 2 is backlit, track pad seems much better, it's not as long and does not interfere with the kickstand. But it also doesn't add to the battery life and doesn't act as a cover.
5. Nokia comes with a few cool Nokia apps, however you can now download them for free on the Surface 2. The Lumia seems to have an issue with the power supply and many people reporting sleep time freezing (with an unofficial fix). I am not aware of any such problems with the Surface.
So, overall I'm currently more for the Surface 2. The battery life is good enough, the keyboard is great, it has a kickstand, good outdoor visibility, I can install Here maps for free and it doesn't seem to have any major problems. On the other hand I'd miss a full cover and the profile could be better.
What do you think, am I missing anything here? Which one of these tablets do you think I should go for?
Thank you!
I'm looking for a new Windows tablet and I've narrowed it down to Lumia 2520 and the Surface 2. I'll be using it as a glorified reader with general internet usage, media player, MS Office stuff and brainstorming. Big part of it's usage will be outdoors.
Here's my comparison.
1. I like the Lumia's profile. It makes it easier to hold in hands, but it has no kickstand, while the Surface 2 has a 2 point kickstand. Of the two features I choose the kickstand as it will suit my use more.
2. Both screens are 1080 with similar quality and both claim excellent outdoor visibility, which is very important. Can somebody make a comparison on this? Is one better outdoor screen than the other?
3. Battery life seems a bit longer on the Lumia, especially with the Power keyboard which is a great feature. But then again, battery life on the Surface 2 is also great.
4. Power keyboard Vs. Type cover. I like the Power keyboard for providing additional battery life, 2 full sized USB ports, a kickstand and an over-all cover. However I don't like the flimsy track pad, the keys aren't backlit, the kickstand is not adjustable, it adds some weight and you can't use it like a normal tablet with the keyboard folded behind it (am I wrong here?). The keyboard on the Surface 2 is backlit, track pad seems much better, it's not as long and does not interfere with the kickstand. But it also doesn't add to the battery life and doesn't act as a cover.
5. Nokia comes with a few cool Nokia apps, however you can now download them for free on the Surface 2. The Lumia seems to have an issue with the power supply and many people reporting sleep time freezing (with an unofficial fix). I am not aware of any such problems with the Surface.
So, overall I'm currently more for the Surface 2. The battery life is good enough, the keyboard is great, it has a kickstand, good outdoor visibility, I can install Here maps for free and it doesn't seem to have any major problems. On the other hand I'd miss a full cover and the profile could be better.
What do you think, am I missing anything here? Which one of these tablets do you think I should go for?
Thank you!
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