Microsoft has updated its Surface range of devices with 4 new devices: the Laptop Studio 2, the Laptop Go 3, the Go 4, and the Hub 3.
The Surface Laptop Studio 2 mirrors its 2021 predecessor in design but packs more processing power. It has a 13th-generation Intel Core chip and options for Nvidia graphics (GeForce RTX 4050 or 4060, or RTX 2000 Ada Generation), and is reportedly twice as fast as its earlier version. Those opting for the Nvidia graphics models can expect up to 16 to 18 hours of battery life, while the Intel graphics versions is supposed to give you a little bit extra with 19-hour capacity. The starting price for the latest model has been set at $1,999, up from the $1,599 for the original.
| Surface Laptop 2 | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.72” x 8.98” x 0.746” (323.28 mm x 228.32 mm x 18.94 mm) |
| Display | – Screen: 14.4” PixelSense Flow Display – Refresh rate: up to 120Hz – Resolution: 2400 x 1600 (201 PPI) – Aspect ratio: 3:2 – Contrast ratio: 1500:1 – Touch: 10-point multi-touch – Dolby Vision support |
| Memory | 16GB or 32GB LPDDR4x RAM |
| Processor | – Quad-core 11th Gen Intel Core H35 i5-11300H – Quad-core 11th Gen Intel Core H35 i7-11370H |
| Graphics | – Intel Core i5 models: Intel Iris Xe Graphics – Intel Core i7 models: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti laptop GPU with 4GB GDDR6 GPU memory |
| Accessories Support | – Integrated Surface Slim Pen 2 storage for charging – Compatible with Surface Dial off-screen interaction |
| Security | – Firmware TPM for enterprise-grade security and BitLocker support – Enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in – Windows enhanced hardware security |
| Software | – Windows 11 Home – Preloaded Microsoft 365 Apps – Microsoft 365 Home 30-day trial – Preloaded Xbox App – Xbox Game Pass Ultimate one month trial |
| Sensors | – Ambient light sensor – Accelerometer – Gyroscope – Magnetometer |
| What’s in the box | – Surface Laptop Studio< – Intel Core i5:65W Surface Power Supply – Intel Core i7:102W Surface Power Supply – Quick Start Guide – Safety and warranty documents |
| Weight | – Intel Core i5 models: 3.83 lb (1,742.9 grams) – Intel Core i7 models: 4.00 lb (1,820.2 grams) |
| Storage | Removable solid-state drive (SSD) options: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1TB, 2TB |
| Battery life | – Intel Core i5: Up to 19 hours of typical device usage – Intel Core i7: Up to 18 hours of typical device usage |
| Connections | – 2 x USB-C with USB 4.0/Thunderbolt 4 – 3.5mm headphone jack – 1 x Surface Connect port |
| Authentication, Video, Cameras and Audio | – Windows Hello face authentication camera (front-facing) – 1080p resolution front-facing camera – Quad Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Atmos – Mics: Dual Studio Mics with Voice Clarity, enabling super-wideband and natural full-duplex conversations |
| Wireless | – Wi-Fi 6: 802.11ax compatible – Bluetooth Wireless 5.1 technology |
| Exterior | – Casing: Magnesium and Aluminum – Color: Platinum |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty |
| Keyboard layout | – Activation: Moving (mechanical) keys – Layout: QWERTY, full row of function keys (F1-F12)< – Windows key and dedicated buttons for media controls, screen brightness – Backlight |
| Battery capacities | – Battery Capacity Nominal (WH): 58.0 – Battery Capacity Min (WH): 56.3 |
| Hinge | Dynamic Woven Hinge made of woven fabric with embedded cables that can bend 180 degrees |
| Pen compatibility | – Surface Laptop Studio supports Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP) – Surface Laptop Studio supports tactile signals with Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Eco Labels and Ratings | – Registered EPEAT Gold in the US and Canada – Meets Energy Star requirements |
The Surface Laptop Go 3 has a 12.4-inch screen and runs on 12th generation Intel processors with a claim that it is 88% faster than its predecessor. It claims 15-hour battery life compared to its predecessor’s 13.5 hours. Potential buyers can opt for up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of solid-state storage. This model is priced starting at $799, marking an increment from the previous version’s $599.
| Surface Laptop Go 3 | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U Processor |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Memory and Storage | – Memory options: 16GB LPDDR5 RAM – Storage options: Removable solid-state drive (SSD) options: 256GB |
| Display | – Touchscreen: 12.4” PixelSense Display – Resolution: 1536 x 1024 (148 PPI) – Aspect ratio: 3:2 – Contrast ratio: 1000:1 – Color profile: sRGB and Enhanced – Individually color-calibrated display – Touch: 10-point multi-touch – Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Battery Life | Up to 15 hours of typical device usage |
| Size and Weight | – Length: 10.95” (278 mm) – Width: 8.12” (206 mm) – Height: 0.62” (15.7 mm) – Weight: 2.49 lbs |
The Surface Go 4 is powered by Intel N200 processor, with a 10.5-inch touchscreen display and 12.5 hours of battery life, 1.5 hours more than the Go 3.
| Surface Go 4 | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Processor N200 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory and Storage | – Memory: 8GB LPDDR5 RAM – Storage: UFS Drive options: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB |
| Display | – Touchscreen: 10.5-inch PixelSense Display – Resolution: 1920 x 1280 (220 PPI) – Aspect ratio: 3:2 – Contrast ratio: 1500:1 – Color profile: sRGB and Enhanced – Individually color-calibrated display – Touch: 10 point multi-touch – Corning Gorilla Glass 3 – Brightness: 350 nits maximum (typical) |
| Size and Weight | – Length: 9.65 inch (245 mm) – Width: 6.9 inch (175 mm) – Height: 0.33 inch (8.3 mm) – Weight: 1.15 lbs (521 g) |
Microsoft’s Surface Hub 3 is available in both 85-inch and 50-inch models with an emphasis on enhacing the Microsoft Teams video call experience. These devices reportedly carry a 60% improvement in the primary processor and 160% boost in their graphics.
| Feature | Surface Hub 3 50″ Specification | Surface Hub 3 85″ Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel i5 | Intel i5 |
| Graphics | iGPU | iGPU |
| Memory and Storage | – Memory: 32 GB – Storage: 512 GB | – Memory: 32 GB – Storage: 512 GB |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2560 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Display | – PixelSense Display – 3:2 aspect ratio – 8-bit color – 15.5mm border – Anti-glare, IPS LCD – In-cell Touch with 10 simultaneous touch points and two pens | – PixelSense Display – 16:9 aspect ratio – 8-bit color – 30.5mm border – Anti-glare, IPS LCD – In-cell Touch with 20 simultaneous touch points and two pens |
| Size and Weight | – Height: 29.2 inch (741 mm – Width: 43.2 inch (1097 mm) – Depth: 3.0 inch (76 mm) – Weight: 61.6 lbs (28 kg) | – Height: 44.5 inch (1130 mm) – Width: 77.1 inch (1959 mm) – Depth: 3.4 inch (85.6 mm) – Weight: 185 lbs (84 kg) |
