Microsoft has unveiled the next-generation Surface PC to empowering designers, developers, artists and scientists to imagine and build. The Microsoft Surface Book 2 is a portable powerhouse with all the benefits of a laptop, tablet and a portable studio.
Powered by the latest 8th Generation Intel quad-core processors, the Microsoft Surface Book 2 is up to 5x more powerful than its predecessor – the Surface Book and almost twice as powerful as the 2017 Apple MacBook Pro. It is available in two models: either 13.5-inch or 15-inch with PixelSense display and retains the Surface Pen feature and Surface On-Screen support from the Surface Book.
Pre-loaded with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, the new 2-in-1 laptop can be used in four modes: Laptop, Tablet, Studio and View. It lasts up to 17 hours of video playback time which is 70-percent more battery life than MacBook Pro 13-inch and comes equipped with a full array of ports, including USB-A, USB-C, and full-size SD card.
The Surface Book 2 is also enhanced for gaming (powerful enough to handle 1080p and 60 FPS games on PC) and Windows Mixed Reality Ultra.
Tech Specifications |
Microsoft Surface Book 2 13.5-inch |
Microsoft Surface Book 2 15-inch |
| Software | Windows 10 Pro Creators Update 64-bit | |
| Processor | 7th Gen Intel Core i5-7300U
8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U |
8th Gen Intel Core i7-8650U |
| Native Graphics | i5: Intel HD Graphics 620
i7: Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| Discrete Graphics | i5: None
i7: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 (2GB) |
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) |
| Display Size | 13.5-inch PixelSense Display | 15-inch PixelSense display |
| Display Resolution | 3000 x 2000 pixels
267 PPI 3:2 aspect ratio 1600:1 contrast ratio 10 point multi-touch G5 |
3240 x 2160 pixels
260 PPI 3:2 aspect ratio 1600:1 contrast ratio 10 point multi-touch G5 |
| Memory | 8GB or 16GB LPDDR3 RAM | 16GB LPDDR3 RAM |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB or 1TB PCIe SSD | |
| Cameras | 8.0MP rear-facing autofocus camera with 1080p HD video
5.0MP front-facing camera with 1080p HD video |
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| Connections | 2x full-size USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB-C; 3.5mm headphone jack; 2x Surface Connect ports (1 in tablet, 1 in base); Full-size SD card reader | |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Xbox Wireless | No | Yes |
| Audio | Sspeakers with Dolby Audio Premium
Windows Sonic for Headphones Dolby Atmos for Headphones Dual microphones |
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| Security | HW TPM 2.0 chip for enterprise security
Enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in |
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| Sensors | Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer | |
| Battery Life | Up to 17 hours of video playback | |
| Others | Windows Hello face authentication camera (front-facing)
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| Dimensions | i5: 312 x 232 x 13 -23 mm
i7: 312 x 232 x 15 -23 mm |
343 x 251 x 15 -23 mm |
| Weight | i5: 1,534 grams
i7: 1,642 grams Tablet: 719 grams |
i7: 1,905 grams
Tablet: 817 grams |
Pricing and Availability
The Surface Book 2 is expected to be available in the US starting November 2017. The 13.3-inch model will go on sale from $1,499 while the 15-inch model will start at $2,499. Accessories such as the Surface Dock ($199.99), Surface Pen ($99.99), Surface Precision Mouse ($99.99) and USB-C to HDMI adapter are also available.
