Standing screen display size | 15 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
Max Screen Resolution | 3260x2160 Pixels |
Processor | 4.2 GHz core_i7_8650u |
RAM | 16 GB LPDDR3 |
Memory Speed | 1866 MHz |
Hard Drive | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 |
Chipset Brand | NVIDIA |
Card Description | Dedicated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 6 GB |
Wireless Type | 802.11abg |
Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 1 Hours |
Microsoft Surface Book 2 15" (Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 256 GB)
Brand | Microsoft |
Model Name | Microsoft Surface Book |
Screen Size | 15 Inches |
Color | Silver |
Hard Disk Size | 256 GB |
CPU Model | Core i7-8650U |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 16 GB |
Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
Graphics Card Description | Dedicated |
Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 |
About this item
- Microsoft Surface Book 2 Features a 8th generation Intel Quad Core i7 Processor, 256 GB of storage, 16 GB RAM, and up to 17 hours of video playback
- Enhanced Graphics performance with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 discrete GPU w/6GB GDDR5 Graphics Memory
- The fastest Surface Book yet, with 4x more power
- Vibrant PixelSense Display: Now available with a new 15" touchscreen
- Four versatile modes of use and new USB C port; Contrast ratio: 1600:1
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Screen quality | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Battery life | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Touch Screen | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.3 | 4.7 | — | 4.3 |
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display size | 15 inches | 15 inches | 13.5 inches | 12.45 inches | 16 inches | 10 inches |
hard disk size | 256 GB | 256 GB | 16 GB | 256 GB | 512 GB | 64 GB |
computer memory size | 16 GB | 256 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | — | 64 GB |
cpu manufacturer | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
cpu speed | 4.2 GHz | 1.3 GHz | 4.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz | 3.4 hertz | 1.6 GHz |
cpu model number | Core i7-8650U | 1065G7 | Core i7-8650U | 1235U | N95 | Pentium |
operating system | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 10 Home |
RAM tech | LPDDR3 | DDR4 | LPDDR3 | LPDDR5 | DDR4 | — |
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Built for performance.Power professional-grade software all day with the latest quad-core Intel processors and the best graphics performance yet with the latest NVIDIA GeForce GPUs. |
Adapts to the ways you create.The new Surface Book 2 is a versatile laptop, powerful tablet, and portable studio in one. Get more done with four modes of use. |
Designed with innovation in every detail.Lightweight and powerful with unprecedented performance in a laptop this size. Get ideas down fast with a backlit keyboard and a display designed for touch and Surface Pen. |
Experience the best of Microsoft.Work, play, and create without limits. Experience the best of every Microsoft innovation, including 3D experiences. |
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Laptop modeSurface Book 2 is a sleek, portable powerhouse. Use demanding apps and tackle complex tasks on the go with up to 17 hours of battery life. Get productive with a full keyboard and large trackpad, or use the interactive touchscreen. |
Tablet modeDetach the stunning PixelSense Display to transform Surface Book 2 into a thin and powerful quad-core Intel Core i7 tablet you can take anywhere. |
StudioFold Surface Book 2 into Studio Mode to draw and sketch in a comfortable, natural position. Add Surface Dial, Pen and touch for an immersive creative experience. |
ViewDetach the screen with the push of a button, turn it around, and reattach to share content and presentations. Interact with Cortana using only voice commands. Perfect for watching a movie or playing your favorite game. |
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Surface Precision MouseDesigned for exceptional accuracy, comfort, and control, the new Surface Precision Mouse helps you stay in your flow with flawless scrolling, three customizable thumb buttons, and the ability to use with up to three computers at the same time. |
Surface PenNow better than ever, the new Surface Pen delivers the most natural writing and drawing experience. With tilt support for shading, 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, and virtually no lag. |
Surface DialSurface Dial is a completely new way to interact with technology. Store, customize, access, navigate, and reimagine physical tools in the digital world—from concept to creation. |
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Technical Details
Brand | Microsoft |
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Series | Microsoft Surface Book |
Item model number | HNR-00001 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
Item Weight | 2.38 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 13.5 x 9.87 x 0.9 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.5 x 9.87 x 0.9 inches |
Color | Silver |
Rear Webcam Resolution | 8 MP |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 4 |
Computer Memory Type | GDDR5 |
Flash Memory Size | 256 |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 1 |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
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ASIN | B076HZCQY9 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #215,267 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #3,272 in Computer Tablets |
Date First Available | October 17, 2017 |
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Get powerhouse performance and amazing graphics with the new Surface Book 2, a robust laptop, tablet, and portable studio in one with up to 17 hours of battery life and 2 times more power than before. Now available with a stunning 13.5" or 15" PixelSense display, designed for pen and touch. Base clock 3.4GHz
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Customers like the keyboard, ease of use, and quality of the laptop. For example, they mention that it has a good crisp key action, it runs multiple programs at a time with ease, and is durable. Some like the weight and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, battery life, and value.
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Customers like the quality of the laptop. They say it's durable, quick, and has an elegant look. Some say it is a great choice for creative professionals and one of the best mobile computing devices ever made. Some customers also say that it was fantastic for teaching online last year and that the pen tool was pretty nice.
"...This product is great for people looking for a strong and versatile computer that can really do it all...." Read more
"...This was fantastic for teaching online last year, as I could use One Note with my pen, and stream what I was writing to students...." Read more
"Excellent Laptop:PRO:1. Built/look: very well built, look elegant..." Read more
"...I do, I'll be hesitant to buy a Surface Book because they're not built to last. That said, if you're rough on your laptops, don't buy this one!..." Read more
Customers are impressed with the appearance of the notebook computer. They mention that the screen itself is beautiful, it's great for design and great for gaming, and the display panel is brilliant. It feels well built and comes in a beautiful package, which adds a bit of personalisation. Customers say the tablet is wonderful especially for digital artists and gamers alike, and is accurate and fast.
"...The style is very sleek and modern with the metal keyboard and the accordion hinge...." Read more
"...powerful, has a smooth keyboard, can run games like Witcher 3, and looks great...." Read more
"...when taking notes and this will help with scratches and adds a bit of personalisation...." Read more
"...3. Face recognition is excellent it's accurate and fast4. WiFi connection do not need much setup5...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the notebook computer. For example they say it's powerful but compact enough to bring with them. Some mention it'd be great for quick document or webpage sharing.
"...I still love the screen, size factor is good (I travel with it regularly), and the keyboard is comfortable, but the white backlit key color blends..." Read more
"...Very nice tablet form factor for quick document or webpage sharing. Battery life adequate for full day use (not gaming)...." Read more
"On paper, this seems like the perfect computer - lightweight, 3D graphics card, beautiful high resolution screen, plenty of CPU power and enough RAM...." Read more
"...The battery will last me all day even with heavy use. And it’s light weight! Love it!" Read more
Customers find the notebook computer easy to use. They mention the keyboard is very nice and easy to operate, it runs multiple programs at a time with ease, and has a lot of great features. The computer is awesome and can handle a variety of different functionalities. It's accurate enough, and it has fun 2-in-1 features. It is fast and easy combining with other PCs, and can easily play any modern game.
"...The processor is very powerful and I am able to run multiple programs at the same time without any lag...." Read more
"...able to afford it: it IS powerful, has a smooth keyboard, can run games like Witcher 3, and looks great...." Read more
"...4. WiFi connection do not need much setup5. If you have a surface pen you can play around withe a lot of stuffs, fun though6...." Read more
"...Path of exile runs pretty well too. Even Guild Wars 2 is playable (I think something like ~40 fps)...." Read more
Customers like the keyboard of the notebook computer. They say it has a good crisp key action, and they like the feel and layout. The screen sensitivity and resolution are also appreciated. The keyboard is by far the most satisfying response to date.
"...Other than that, I love the machine. It's a pleasure to use." Read more
"...size factor is good (I travel with it regularly), and the keyboard is comfortable, but the white backlit key color blends into the keys, so they..." Read more
"Pros: Best Keyboard in segment. High Contrast display. Gtx 1060 performs as expected with minimal fan noise...." Read more
"...The screen is fantastic (colour & resolution etc), the keyboard is great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the notebook computer. Some mention that it has an amazing performance, while others say that it lags a lot and has to automatically restart once. However, some customers also say that the tablet is barely functional and has less power delivery.
"...This machine is maxed out at 1TB and 16GB of RAM. Sure, it works well enough for now, but I guarantee I will be bumping into those limitations..." Read more
"...I was looking for a long battery life, a touchscreen, and a powerful processor; the Surface Book 2 checks all of those boxes...." Read more
"...happy and in love with it that I was, all of a sudden my GPU started crashing and one of my main programs I use that heavily uses the GPU would..." Read more
"...computer at first if you're fortunate to be able to afford it: it IS powerful, has a smooth keyboard, can run games like Witcher 3, and looks great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the notebook computer. Some mention that the price is worth it and it's money well spent, while others say that it'd be slightly disappointing for the price, and the computer can't sustain itself.
"...an issue for some, but I don't like knowing that my expensive computer can't sustain itself and is slowly taxing its non-replaceable batteries even..." Read more
"...The price here on Amazon ($1,320) is the cheapest price that I found after shopping around...." Read more
"...it's working, it's fantastic, no lag, smooth lines, but it's also a bit crap. I'm on my third right now, so one per year, at a hundred per pop...." Read more
"...their keyboards and their monitors of their laptops, and the price is very affordable and back it up with their great customer service teams and I..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the notebook computer. Some mention that it has good battery life, while others say that it drains its battery while it is plugged in. The battery life is definitely not 12 hours, and some customers are disappointed with the tablet portion of the product. They also mention that they constantly have connection issues.
"...The CPU is faster and more energy efficient. The rated battery life is better. It has a USB C port added to the dual USB 3.0 ports...." Read more
"...On top of that, the Surface Book 2 has battery issues: Even when plugged it at lowest power settings, your computer will slowly deplete its battery..." Read more
"...I was looking for a long battery life, a touchscreen, and a powerful processor; the Surface Book 2 checks all of those boxes...." Read more
"...The battery drains while in sleep. Within a 2 hour time frame, the battery can easily drop 50%...." Read more
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Then I saw the Surface Book 2. It has a 15" screen option that is still very high resolution. The CPU is faster and more energy efficient. The rated battery life is better. It has a USB C port added to the dual USB 3.0 ports. Plus, it is available with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB drive. It covered my minimum requirements, but only barely. Still, I loved my current Surface Book, so I ordered the maxed out version of the Surface Book 2.
After using it for a while now, I am really glad I bought it. I no longer see the low storage warnings constantly. My CAD software runs really well. The text is readable on this 15 inch display. It is noticably faster in every way. This laptop is a big improvement over the first version I was using in every way.
Unfortunately, it still isn't perfect. My primary gripe is the fact that you can't upgrade the hard drive storage or RAM. I have two 2TB SSD drives and 64GB of RAM on my desktop. This machine is maxed out at 1TB and 16GB of RAM. Sure, it works well enough for now, but I guarantee I will be bumping into those limitations fairly soon. If I could, I would knock off half a star for the non-upgradeable storage and RAM. Other than that, I love the machine. It's a pleasure to use.
The style is very sleek and modern with the metal keyboard and the accordion hinge. I like that you can detach the tablet portion and turn it around to use it as a tablet. In tablet mode you can take notes for class, or you can use that mode to prop up the tablet for entertainment. The materials are good quality and you can feel that the computer will be long lasting. The only critique I have is that the back of the tablet scratches easily, however I am planning to get a case so that is not that big of an issue.
I was looking for a lot of specific features in my computer. I was looking for a long battery life, a touchscreen, and a powerful processor; the Surface Book 2 checks all of those boxes. The Surface Book 2 actually has two batteries, one in the keyboard and one in the tablet portion making the battery very long lasting. The battery can last the entire day without charging with consistent heavy usage. The touchscreen is very responsive and the entire tablet component detaches and turns into a full tablet witch is very useful. The processor is very powerful and I am able to run multiple programs at the same time without any lag. In addition, I have found that it runs video games very well even with applications still running in the background. This product is great for people looking for a strong and versatile computer that can really do it all.
I would highly recommend this product to students and professionals.
I purchased the Surface Book 2 for graduate school and some gaming when I travel. I cannot recommend it after several months of use.
Yes, what everyone says about the Surface Book 2 is true: It's a luxury laptop which provides a great of power and functionality. But it also runs like a vintage American muscle car, unable to make the best use of its powerful engine while being plagued by critical problems. I have had to exchange one model already and I am now contemplating returning the second---I am by no means alone. Some have exchanged their Surface Book 2 over five times, encountering the same variety of critical failures over and over.
The first problem you will likely encounter is that the Surface Book 2 will stop recognizing its main graphics card, reverting to the far less powerful Intel graphics card. You can forget about doing anything moderately intensive once your fancy Nvidia graphics card vanishes. Games will crash or run at potato level graphics, while any other moderately intensive editing program will sputter like they're running on a computer that costs 1/4 of what the Surface Book 2 does. Many people have encountered this problem. Some suggest that you can temporarily fix the problem by detaching the tablet and re-attaching it. But the problem *will* return.
I routinely "lost" my graphics card with my Surface Book 2, even when I updated all my drivers and reattached the tablet. And then the computer kept telling me that the tablet was detached when it was in fact locked to the keyboard. The keyboard, as well as the charging port, failed to respond, letting the computer slowly die. I couldn't turn it back on once the computer failed to recognize its own keyboard, would not detach the tablet, and failed to charge. I had to return the computer, which Microsoft thankfully exchanged with a new Surface Book 2. But in the process I lost all my licensed software and could save only what I had backed up.
I encountered the same problems with my new Surface Book 2 within weeks. My graphics card vanished and my Microsoft Surface charger burnt out and needed to be replaced (a $100 charger, mind you). I decided to purchase a $20 app that manually upgrades every driver on my computer, which may have solved my graphics card problem. But now I encounter blue screen video tdr errors, which force the computer to slowly reboot. I've been shut out of games, word editing, and many other tasks, which makes me risk losing progress on whatever I'm working on.
On top of that, the Surface Book 2 has battery issues: Even when plugged it at lowest power settings, your computer will slowly deplete its battery while doing anything moderately intensive (e.g. gaming). Playing games on "best performance," the highest power setting, can take down up to 10% of your battery in an hour. Maybe that's not an issue for some, but I don't like knowing that my expensive computer can't sustain itself and is slowly taxing its non-replaceable batteries even while plugged in,
You'll certainly get to know Microsoft tech support if you purchase this computer. One of the women I spoke to plainly told me that the Surface Books 2, while "great," was a common source of complaints.
My other complaints are that the Surface Book 2 lacks a lot of what you'd expect from such a high price computer. Namely, it has no HDMI port and very few USB ports. You'll have to purchase another expensive item, the Surface dock, if you want the kind of connectivity you'd likely expect from a high-power, high-cost laptop. You'll also have to buy yourself a stylus if you want to make use of the touch screen, as Microsoft does not include one with the Surface Book 2 model (it does come with the Surface Book 1, however). That's gonna add up to a lot of moolah.
Having said all that, you'll probably love this computer at first if you're fortunate to be able to afford it: it IS powerful, has a smooth keyboard, can run games like Witcher 3, and looks great. It reminds me of my mom's old Camaro, a beast of a car that could accelerate in a flash but couldn't idle too long at a stoplight or the whole thing would sputter out and die. You might want to consider something more sensible.
Update: 12/2020
I wish I had not purchased this laptop, and instead put my money towards something cheaper for productivity and/or towards a desktop PC. The number of problems I have had with *both* of my Surface Book 2s is ridiculous. Just today, while working, my battery dropped from 50% to 0% in an instant. This happens to both batteries, making running the GPU impossible.
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The keyboard is incredibly comfortable to type on, which was part of its selling point for me. It’s a bit top-heavy for putting on your lap but that’s expected, considering it’s a detachable 2-in-1, and the hinge is very sturdy. The screen doesn’t wobble around, and since the actual computer is in the top part, I’m less worried about overheating when I don’t have a desk to work at. Speaking of heating, there’s no fan in the dual-core model. It cools passively through the vents and the magnesium body, so it’s a completely silent machine, always. I was a bit leery at first of buying a 7th gen i5 over a newer quad-core i5, but in the end I saved money and for the tasks I need—writing in Word, internet browsing, and occasionally drawing—I’ve noticed no difference in speed, and I didn’t need the non-integrated GPU. The display is vivid and detailed, although quite glossy. Touch input has worked flawlessly so far with both hand and Surface Pen (sold separately!), and the latter magnetically sticks to the side which is nice. Battery life is really good so far, although I’ve pretty much just been using it with the keyboard attached to get that extra battery life.
The detachability is the thing that makes the SB 2 unique, and it’s quite a secure mechanism. The times I have flipped the display it around, the tug to remove it after hitting the button is perhaps firmer than expected, but I suppose that’s part of why it feels so solid. You could probably pick it up by the display and shake it and it still wouldn’t come off (not that I’ve tried and nor should you). It also takes a full second or so for the computer to release the latches when you detach, so it’s slightly slower than instantaneous.
All in all, great device so far. I love the versatility and comfort of it, although I wouldn’t pay full asking price unless you’re getting one of the more decked out models. You’ll probably get looks if you bring it into a Starbucks.
Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2019
The keyboard is incredibly comfortable to type on, which was part of its selling point for me. It’s a bit top-heavy for putting on your lap but that’s expected, considering it’s a detachable 2-in-1, and the hinge is very sturdy. The screen doesn’t wobble around, and since the actual computer is in the top part, I’m less worried about overheating when I don’t have a desk to work at. Speaking of heating, there’s no fan in the dual-core model. It cools passively through the vents and the magnesium body, so it’s a completely silent machine, always. I was a bit leery at first of buying a 7th gen i5 over a newer quad-core i5, but in the end I saved money and for the tasks I need—writing in Word, internet browsing, and occasionally drawing—I’ve noticed no difference in speed, and I didn’t need the non-integrated GPU. The display is vivid and detailed, although quite glossy. Touch input has worked flawlessly so far with both hand and Surface Pen (sold separately!), and the latter magnetically sticks to the side which is nice. Battery life is really good so far, although I’ve pretty much just been using it with the keyboard attached to get that extra battery life.
The detachability is the thing that makes the SB 2 unique, and it’s quite a secure mechanism. The times I have flipped the display it around, the tug to remove it after hitting the button is perhaps firmer than expected, but I suppose that’s part of why it feels so solid. You could probably pick it up by the display and shake it and it still wouldn’t come off (not that I’ve tried and nor should you). It also takes a full second or so for the computer to release the latches when you detach, so it’s slightly slower than instantaneous.
All in all, great device so far. I love the versatility and comfort of it, although I wouldn’t pay full asking price unless you’re getting one of the more decked out models. You’ll probably get looks if you bring it into a Starbucks.
PERO yo uso esta computadora de vez en cuando para jugar (específicamente Starcraft 2) y debido al formato de pantalla que es de 3:2 y la alta resolución que tiene, si quieres jugar tu juego sin ninguna barra negra o sin que se vea pixeleado tendrás que jugarlo a la resolución de 3000x2000 que es casi 4K, lo que quiere decir que tendrás que bajar los gráficos del juego a niveles medios o bajos para poder tener una experiencia fluida, en mi caso con Starcraft 2 lo juego con gráficos Altos a más o menos 45 fps. Si quieren comprar esta computadora para jugar juegos de vez en cuando es un punto importante a considerar.
I liked the customer service very much.