Ask Copilot to compare two product specs and list the differences

Open Copilot in your browser

Go to github.com/github-copilot and sign in with your GitHub account. Alternatively, you can find Copilot through the GitHub homepage by clicking the Copilot option in the navigation menu. You'll see a chat box ready for your question.

If you already use Copilot in another way (like in your IDE or on Windows), you can also access the web-based chat from the main GitHub interface.

"Hello"

You'll know it worked when Copilot replies with something like "Hi there! How can I help you today?"

Share the first product's specs

Since Copilot can't automatically read external web pages, you'll need to copy the key specs from the product page yourself. Go to your first product page, select and copy the main specifications (like processor, RAM, storage, screen size, weight, and price), then paste them into the chat box.

"Here are the specs for the first laptop: Processor: Intel Core i7-13700H, RAM: 16GB LPDDR5, Storage: 1TB SSD, Screen: 14" 2.8K OLED 120Hz, Weight: 1.4kg, Price: $2,199"

You'll know it worked when Copilot acknowledges the specs and confirms it's ready to compare.

Ask Copilot to format the specs

Now, tell Copilot how you want the specs organized. Type: "Format these specs as a clean bullet-point list."

Copilot will return a neat list of the specs you shared, making them easy to compare with the second product.

"Format these specs as a clean bullet-point list."

You'll know it worked when you see a clear list like: • Processor: Intel Core i7-13700H • RAM: 16GB LPDDR5 • Storage: 1TB SSD • Screen: 14" 2.8K OLED 120Hz • Weight: 1.4kg • Price: $2,199

Repeat for the second product

Go back to your browser and copy the key specs from the second product page. Return to Copilot and paste those specs into the chat.

"Now for the second laptop: Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, RAM: 32GB LPDDR5, Storage: 512GB SSD, Screen: 16" 2.5K IPS 165Hz, Weight: 1.8kg, Price: $1,799"

You'll know it worked when Copilot acknowledges the second set of specs.

Ask Copilot to compare the two lists

Now ask Copilot to compare the two sets of specs. Type: "Compare these two products and list the differences in a clear table or bullet list."

Copilot will take the two lists and highlight what's different—like RAM upgrades, storage options, screen refresh rates, or price changes.

"Compare these two products and list the differences in a clear table or bullet list."

You'll know it worked when you see a concise comparison like: • RAM: 16GB vs 32GB (second product has more) • Storage: 1TB vs 512GB (first product has more) • Price: $2,199 vs $1,799 (second product is cheaper) • Screen: 14" vs 16" (second product has a larger screen)

Ask for a recommendation (optional)

If you're still unsure, ask Copilot to give a simple recommendation based on your needs. Type: "Which of these two products is better for video editing on a budget?"

Copilot will weigh the specs against your stated use case and suggest the better option.

"Which of these two products is better for video editing on a budget?"

You'll know it worked when Copilot gives a concise recommendation with reasons.