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October 2015
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320 Reviews
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The Microsoft Surface Book packs high-end components, including new Intel processors and optional Nvidia graphics, into a smart, slim body. Some components and most of the battery are hidden in the base, so the tablet half is lighter. The high-res screen
Configurations with the optional Nvidia GPU and more storage get very expensive. There are some first-generation quirks, including an awkward gap between the screen and base when closed
While it's not nearly as refined as the new fourth-gen Surface Pro, Microsoft's Surface Book is a powerful, feature-filled premium hybrid that doesn't forget it's a laptop first...
Published: 2015-10-21, Author: Joel , review by: pcmag.com
Versatile detachable-hybrid design. Light and comfortable to use in Tablet mode. Constructed of premium materials. Brilliant 3,000-by-2,000-pixel display. Electrically actuated mechanical latch. More than 15 hours of battery life in testing. No bloatware.
Pricey. No ports on tablet body. Does not lie flat when closed
The innovative Microsoft Surface Book offers comfortable ergonomics, a big, beautiful screen, more than 15 hours of battery life, and the power to make short work of everyday and multimedia tasks. It's the first premium detachable-hybrid tablet to earn...
Published: 2015-10-21, Author: Tom , review by: theverge.com
Great keyboard and trackpad, Amazing battery life, 3:2 display is ideal for webpages
That weird gap, Display wobbles and feels top heavy, A little bulky as a laptop
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
Published: 2015-10-21, Author: Dana , review by: engadget.com
Distinctive, well-constructed design, Impressively light as a tablet, Gorgeous screen, Pen input works well, Comfortable keyboard, Fast performance, Best-in-class battery life in laptop mode, Lots of configurations to choose from
Short battery life for just the tablet, High cost of entry, "Fulcrum" hinge makes the laptop appear fatter when shut, Feels heavy compared to some other flagship laptops, Screen wobbles a bit it in laptop mode
Microsoft's first laptop raises the bar for other notebooks, with fast performance, best-in-class battery life and a design that manages to be both premium and unforgettable. The detachable screen is also comfortable to use as a tablet, thanks to both it...
Published: 2015-10-20, Author: Mark , review by: Laptopmag.com
Gorgeous and sharp display, Very long battery life, Smart pen integration, Fast overall performance, Discrete graphics option
Touchpad needs work, Some performance bugs, Needlessly difficult to open, Expensive
An impressive display, superb battery life and 2-in-1 versatility make the Surface Book one of the most exciting laptops yet, but its high price narrows the appeal...
Just like the original, identical Surface Book on which it is based, the $3799-plus Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base is a beautiful and unique piece of technology. It's unique in that it's equally well usable as a tablet and a laptop, thanks t...
Abstract: Now that Apple's introduced the first major update to its MacBook Pro lineup in years, it's time to square off the best of the best in Mac and PC laptops to see who currently prevails in this age-old rivalry.It's benchmarks at dawn between the new MacBook...
Despite the last-gen chips, there's plenty of life left in these parts. That the Surface Book i7 can actually give you better graphics performance than a larger 15-inch laptop with discrete graphics is amazing. Combined with its tablet mode, swanky hinge...
Improved speed, graphics and battery life in a similar, crisp design. Detachable tablet comes included, as does the Surface Pen. Has USB ports and SD card slot
It's also slightly thicker and heavier than last year's version, and retains the odd gap on the folding hinge. Expensive compared to other options. Doesn't meet minimum specs for VR gaming
The design remains mostly unchanged, but PC power users will like the extra power and battery life on the updated 2016 version of the Surface Book...
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Published: 2016-11-11, Author: Matthew , review by: au.pcmag.com
Even faster performance, GeForce GTX 965M graphics, Extended battery life, Same slim, versatile design as the original, Multiple configuration options
Pricey, Angular shape when closed
The new Microsoft Surface Book may not be a full redesign of last year's beloved tablet newcomer, but it packs some powerful new upgrades, along with a much higher price...
