Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base

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Reviews for the Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base

90% Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base Review: Is It Good for Business?
Source: Business News Daily Archive.org version
The Surface Book has always been a one-of-a-kind laptop, and that hasn’t changed since it first launched in 2015. No other device offers such a versatile design, transforming from sleek tablet to mighty workstation in seconds. And its top-notch pen support will make it an indispensable tool for note takers and artists alike. A gorgeous display and strong security round out the package.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%

90% Microsoft Surface Book review
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
While the Surface Book brings many technological innovations to the laptop space, its greatest strength is that it's just an all-around terrific device.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/28/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%

Foreign Reviews

88% Mehr Power, schwächeres Display
Source: Chip.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/18/2017
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 100% features: 83% display: 80% mobility: 88%

Highend-Surface überzeugt mit Riesen-Akku
Source: Heute DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/01/2017

80% Für smartes Business
Source: hifitest.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/31/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% features: 70% ergonomy: 100%

86% Review: Microsoft Surface Book laptop – opvallende verschijning
Source: Techzine NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 85% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%

90% Review: Microsoft Surface Book – krachtige Windows 10-convertible
Source: Tablets Magazine NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%

80% Microsoft Surface Book – Meer laptop dan tablet
Source: Computer Totaal NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/19/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%

75% Microsoft Surface Book Review - Zeer waardig apparaat
Source: XGN NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/03/2017
Rating: Total score: 75%

Microsoft Surface Book met Performance Base
Source: Consumentenbond NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; high performance; smart stylus pen; excellent display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2017

90% Microsoft Surface Book Performance Base
Source: Tek.no NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%

70% Microsoft Surface Book [TEST]: Bærbar med begyndervanskeligheder
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 40% performance: 90% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 60%

Microsoft Surface Book test – fremragende og virkelig fed
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Great built quality; beautiful design; nice performance; good cameras. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/22/2017

Comment

Series:

Both the Microsoft Surface RT and the Surface Pro never really made it big and couldn't compete with its Android and iOs counterparts. A large reason for its low sales figures was due to the unpopularity of the tablet-notebook hybrid category itself. However it is important to note that the Surface Pro 2 is actually a full blown laptop acting as a hybrid. For a start, it comes with Windows 8.1 backed up with an Intel Core i5-4300U ultrabook class processor, 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB SSD. It looks and has the same dimensions as the first version making both their accessories compatible with each other. However, there's also the new optional Type Cover 2 which adds backlighting but is on the heavy side and is rather pricey.

The good thing about the surface is of course its ultra portability and undeniable performance. With its specs, it will quite likely outperform many other ultraportable laptops and hybrids. Also not to forget is the fact that it comes preinstalled with Windows 8.1 and has all the necessary built-in ports making it an actual laptop and not just a replacement. The primary I/O, the FHD screen is also accompanied with an included active stylus. The downside to all this is definitely the asking price for the tablet and detachable keyboard combination. There may be some serious competitors giving almost if not the same kind of specs for a lower price. Its kickstand, although improved, is still a letdown as it doesn't conveniently sit on a lap despite being a laptop. All in all, the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is worthy laptop if budget is not an issue.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 965M: Lower high-end graphics card based on the Maxwell chip GM204 and GM206 (newer 2016 version with higher clock rates). Part of the GeForce GTX 900M series.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  

6600U: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for thin notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 520 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

13.50":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

Microsoft:

Microsoft smartphones and tablets have been tested since 2012. There are many reviews with average ratings. The reader's interest is quite given, but the market share is not big enough for the Top 5 smartphone manufacturers (as of 2016).

83.9%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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