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Microsoft - Surface Book 3 13.5" Touch-Screen PixelSense™ - 2-in-1 Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Platinum
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Highlights
- Screen Size
13.5"
This Screen Size is Medium. The range includes Small, Medium and Large.- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Great for general tasks
- Power and portablity
- Most popular range
- Screen Resolution
3000 x 2000
This Screen Resolution is 4k Ultra HD. The range includes HD, Full HD and 4k Ultra HD.- HD
- Full HD
- 4k Ultra HD
- 4X the pixels of Full HD
- Lifelike images and graphics
- Range of content is expanding
- Processor Model
Intel Core i5
This Processor Model is Medium. The range includes Budget, Low, Medium and High.- Budget
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Mid-grade processor
- Great for most tasks
- Mulitasks well
- System Memory (RAM)
8GB
This System Memory (RAM) is Medium. The range includes Low, Medium, High and Very High.- Low
- Medium
- High
- Very High
- Excellent multitasking
- Advanced photo/video editing
- Mid-range gaming
- Total Storage Capacity
256GB SSD
This Total Storage Capacity is Medium. The range includes Small, Medium, Large and SSD + HDD.- Small
- Medium
- Large
- SSD + HDD
- Good for most use cases
- Fast and efficient
- Cool, noiseless operation
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Description
Features
The most powerful Surface laptop delivers on your creativity
Now more than 50% faster than Surface Book 2, with quad core powered, 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors.
Power when you need it
Get up to 15.5 hours¹ battery life — plus get back to work when you're ready with improved standby that extends battery life when you're away
High-resolution PixelSense™ display
Breathe new life into your creations on the vibrant, PixelSense™ touchscreen display that combines Surface Pen,* touch, and Surface Dial.* Also available in 15”.
Video calls and virtual meetings come to life
With spectacular audio and video with far-field Studio Mics, Dolby® Audio™ sound, and HD cameras.
Robust laptop, powerful tablet, and portable studio in one
Home office, kitchen table or living room couch, choose the way your work best with three versatile modes of use.
Get productive with a robust laptop, sketch and write with a portable studio at the perfect angle, and detach the touchscreen to share your ideas on a powerful tablet.
Laptop mode
Get productive with a robust laptop featuring full keyboard and large, responsive trackpad, while navigating naturally on the touchscreen.
Studio mode
Draw, write and sketch with precision using Surface Pen* with Surface Dial* and high-end graphics, at the perfect angle for you.
Tablet mode
Detach the touchscreen to swipe through photos and browse the web with a powerful 13.5” tablet.
From music and podcasts to movies
Experience movies, music, and virtual meetings with astonishing detail, richness, and depth with Dolby Atmos® sound.
All the connections you need for multiple devices and accessories
Includes USB-A and versatile USB-C™ ports, plus a full-size SD card slot.
The best of Microsoft
Stay productive with the Windows you know and the Microsoft 365* apps you rely on every day, while enjoying the best PC gaming on any Surface laptop.
Comes with Windows 10 Home⁶
Familiar features and trusted security, including Windows Hello password-free sign-in. If you need additional enterprise management and security tools for the workplace, you can switch to Windows 10 Pro.
* Some accessories and software sold separately.
¹Surface Book 3 13.5" connected to keyboard base: Up to 15.5 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage.
Testing conducted by Microsoft in April 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Book 3 13.5" Intel® Core™ i5, 256GB, 8 GB RAM. Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby.
The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications.
All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
²Surface Pen tilt functionality is available with Surface Pro 5th Gen, Surface Pro 6, Surface Pro 7, Surface Pro X, Surface Book 2 (15"), Surface Book 2 (13") (when using updated firmware), Surface Go, Surface Studio (when using updated firmware), and Surface Studio 2.
³Surface Book 3 for consumers comes with Windows 10 Home to bring you the powerful Windows features you use most at an exceptional value.
If you need additional enterprise management and security tools for the workplace, you can switch to Windows 10 Pro or purchase Surface Book 3 for Business.
⁴Customization requires download of the Mouse and Keyboard Center and is not available on devices running Windows 10 in S mode or Mac OSX.
⁵Smart Switching not available on devices running Windows 10 in S mode or Mac OSX.
What's Included
- 65W Surface Power Supply w/USB-A (5W) charging port
- Microsoft Surface Book 3 13.5" Touch-Screen PixelSense™ - 2-in-1 Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD
- Quick Start Guide
- Safety and Warranty documents
Energy Ratings
Key Specs
- 2-in-1 DesignYes
- Backlit KeyboardYes
- Screen Size13.5 inches
- Screen Resolution3000 x 2000
- Touch ScreenYes
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity256 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- GraphicsIntel Iris Plus Graphics
- Processor Speed (Base)1.2 gigahertz
- Processor ModelIntel 10th Generation Core i5
- Processor Model Numberi5-1035G7
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Home
- Battery Life15.5 hours
- Battery TypeLithium-ion
General
- Product NameSurface Book 3 13.5" Touch-Screen PixelSense™ - 2-in-1 Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD
- BrandMicrosoft
- Casing MaterialMagnesium alloy
- Model NumberV6F-00001
- Year Introduced2020
- ColorPlatinum
- Color CategorySilver
Feature
- Windows FeaturesWindows Hello
- 2-in-1 DesignYes
- Touchpad TypeGlass
- Backlit KeyboardYes
- Stylus DockNone
- Cooling SystemAir
- Security FeaturesFacial recognition
Ports
- Headphone JackYes
- Number of USB Ports (Total)3
- Number of USB 3.1 Type C Ports1
- Number of USB Type C Charging Ports1
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)0
- Number of VGA Ports0
- Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total)0
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)0
- Number of USB 3.1 Type A Ports2
Display
- Screen Size13.5 inches
- Screen Resolution3000 x 2000
- Touch ScreenYes
- Display TypeTouchscreen LCD
- Stylus InputBuilt for Windows Ink (Active)
Storage
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive InterfacePCIe
Memory
- System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- Type of Memory (RAM)LPDDR4X
- System Memory RAM Speed3733 megahertz
- Cache Memory6 megabytes
- Media Card ReaderYes
Graphics
- GraphicsIntel Iris Plus Graphics
- Graphics TypeIntegrated
- GPU BrandIntel
- Video Memory TypeShared
Processor
- Processor BrandIntel
- Processor Speed (Base)1.2 gigahertz
- Processor ModelIntel 10th Generation Core i5
- Processor Model Numberi5-1035G7
- Processor CoresQuad-core
Connectivity
- Internet ConnectivityWi-Fi
- Bluetooth EnabledYes
Camera
- Front-Facing CameraYes
- Front Facing Camera Megapixels5 megapixels
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution1080p
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
Network
- Wireless NetworkingWireless-AX
- Number Of Ethernet Ports0
Compatibility
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Home
Included
- Optical Drive TypeNone
- Numeric KeypadNo
- Included SoftwareMicrosoft Office 365 30-day trial
- Additional Accessories Included65W Surface Power Supply w/USB-A (5W) charging port
Power
- Battery Life15.5 hours
- Battery TypeLithium-ion
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage65 watts
Dimension
- Product Height0.9 inches
- Product Width12.3 inches
- Product Depth9.14 inches
- Product Weight3.38 pounds
Audio
- Audio TechnologyDolby® Atmos
- Speaker TypeStereo
Certifications & Listings
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedYes
- EPEAT QualifiedYes
- EPEAT LevelSilver
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC889842596694
Customer rating
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 118 reviews
(118 Reviews)Expert rating
Rating 3.6 out of 5 stars with 11 reviews
(11 Reviews)Customer images
Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Excellent laptop/tablet combo
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Great purchase for our college student. Best of both worlds laptop/tablet. Best feature removal of screen for tablet use with stylus to take notes in class. Works well with all the college programs. Streams video well. Speakers are just ok.
Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Posted .Hello,
We're glad that the versatile design and power of Surface Book 3 has made it a great device for your college student. Thank you for sharing their experience; we hope it continues to serve them well in class.
Cheers,
Chuck
Surface Customer Care
Features
Quality1 out of 5Value1 out of 5Ease of Use2 out of 5Rating 1 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Disappointed
Posted .Features
Quality1 out of 5Value1 out of 5Ease of Use2 out of 5Having a terrible experience with this computer. After 2 weeks I was carrying it and it just cracked (due to the hinge if you grab it from the front the screen will crack). 6 month’s later the battery just stopped working. Wish I had gotten an apple instead. Best Buy will not back up the product and neither will Microsoft. Just left out in the cold.
Features
Quality1 out of 5Value1 out of 5Ease of Use2 out of 5No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Posted .Hello,
We're sorry that there are issues with your Surface Book 3. If you haven't done so already, we recommend contacting our team at Microsoft Support for assistance. They can be reached here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/contactus/
Hope that helps,
Chuck
Surface Customer Care
Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 4 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Overall a good product
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I have been using Surface products for 7 years and would not buy another product. I like the Surface Book 3 however I have two complaints: 1) the computer has to be turned on in order to release the screen, 2) the micro SD card is in the keyboard part of the computer and not in the tablet portion, which means that if you have all your info stored on the SD card and release the tablet portion, you can't access your files; you have to copy them to "computer".
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rating 4 out of 5 stars with 1 review
One of my fav laptops
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5This is the second time I’ve bought this laptop, first one was the first time they released the surface book. I love this laptop very much. It’s portable, I got a case that makes me a lot less worried to take it with me on the go, and of course the whole screen thing is great. It over performs most laptops I’ve used, and all laptops with the capabilities it has. The only issue I’m having is my touchscreen keeps just not working randomly. I’ve talked multiple times with Microsoft, it’s been happening since the day I got it, and Microsoft said an update would fix it but I keep having to call them back. Not great but the customer service is. It is annoying the pen comes separate and now I bought a $140 pen for the touch screen to not want to work.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Surface Book 3 is the best!
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I am beyond thrilled with this new device. I had a Surface Pro 3 which was just fine, but I longed for something more. This filled the order with ease! I looked into the Surface laptop and was impressed, but this is like having the best of both worlds. The two battery thing is pretty sweet. Really like it for drawing. Love that the screen pops off easily and stays put when you want it connected to it's mate/keyboard. Very nice machine- yes it's pricey, but well worth it.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Posted .Hello,
Thank you for sharing your experience with your new Surface Book 3! It’s great to hear that it’s working well for you. We hope you continue to enjoy using it.
Cheers,
Chuck
Surface Customer Care
Features
Quality5 out of 5Value2 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rating 4 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Good but not Great for 2020
|Posted .Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value2 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Its definitely unique and very interesting but for the money, its just not enough. -No thunderbolt -Almost 4 lbs -Less than 4 hours of battery in tablet mode (real life) -Weird gap when closed gives it a larger than normal form factor -bezels around screen are large for 2020. I would seriously recommend a lenovo yoga c940, hp scpecture x360, or dell xps 13. All of these are 2 in 1 laptops that are cheaper and outperform the surface book 3. Microsoft needs to revamp the surface book for it to be a serious competitor. This is the same physical form factor since 2015.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value2 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Great device
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Leaving my 5+ year old laptop behind I am transitioning to the Surface Book 3. So far, I am pleasantly surprised. It runs Windows 10 and all my apps well and with the USB-C to HDMI adapter I can run on multiple displays without a hitch. This is truly a wonderful change from my laptop.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
Microsoft Surface Book
|Posted .Owned for 2 months when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I switched from an Apple imac to this Mircosoft Surface book and couldn't be happier. Everything works so smoothly, and there are many other functions available on this laptop that I wasn't getting with my iMAc. I have always been an apple person however I was happy to finally make this switch. The only downside is that it is slightly difficult to use with other apple products such as iPhone but that really doesn't upset me in any way.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value4 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Posted .Hello,
Welcome to the Surface family! We're delighted that you're happy with the performance and convenience of your new Surface Book 3. Thank you for sharing your experience; we hope you enjoy using it.
Cheers,
Chuck
Surface Customer Care
What experts are saying
Rating 3.6 out of 5 stars with 11 reviews
(11 Reviews)- CNETJune 19, 2020The multitalented Surface Book needs to change more to keep up with the competition.The multitalented Surface Book needs to change more to keep up with the competition.Full Review
- GizmodoJune 29, 2020The Surface Book 3 Is Fast, But Speed's Not What You're Paying ForAside from a couple USB port changes, you might not be able to tell the difference between Microsoft's latest Surface Book and its past iterations. They look nearly identical side-by-side. Same keyboard layout. Chassis color. The screen/tabletFull Review
- The VergeRating, 3.3 out of 53.3Tom Warren on May 27, 2020Microsoft Surface Book 3 (15-inch) review: more power, more problemsThe Surface Book 3 is held back by a design that hasn't changed in nearly five yearsFull Review
- EngadgetRating, 4 out of 54.0May 22, 2020Surface Book 3 15-inch review: Beautiful, yet limitedThe Surface Book 3 offers a few hardware upgrades, but its unique design is clearly holding it back against more powerful competitors. It's still a compelling option for creatives, but be aware there are far faster machines for the same price.Full Review
- Tom's GuideRating, 3 out of 53.0Henry T. Casey on June 12, 2020Microsoft Surface Book 3 (15-inch) reviewThe Surface Book 3 is a fantastic tablet and laptop hybrid, but its high price doesn't match its performance.Full Review
- Digital TrendsLuke Larsen on May 21, 2020Microsoft Surface Book 3 review: Graphics unleashedMicrosoft's most adventurous laptop, the Surface Book 3, has been upgraded with extra power under the hood. Is that enough to keep this aging design fresh?Full Review
- Android AuthorityDavid Imel David Imel on July 2, 2020Microsoft Surface Book 3 15-inch review: Still unique, still expensiveThe Microsoft Surface Book 3 is a beautiful piece of industrial engineering with a unique design you can't find anywhere else. But it lacks some of the improvements you'd expect to see after almost three years.Full Review
- Laptop MagRating, 4 out of 54.0Phillip Tracy on June 6, 2020Microsoft Surface Book 3 (15-inch) reviewThe Surface Book 3 is a magical laptop/tablet hybrid but past shortcomings haven't been addressedFull Review
Q: QuestionWhat are the differences between Surface Book 2 and Surface Book 3?
Asked by MicrosoftFAQ.
- A:Answer Surface Book 3 is our most powerful laptop ever, pairing an Intel 10th generation CPU with an NVIDIA discrete GPU and up to 32GB of RAM. Still thin and light, this powerhouse laptop provides up more performance Surface Book 2 and has the longest battery life of any Surface device. We kept the world-class all-glass precision trackpad and keyboard that our customers love, and the beautifully crisp, high-DPI PixelSense display now detaches from the keyboard base up to three times faster than Surface Book 2. Surface Book 3 13.5” is more than 50% faster and has 40% more graphics performance than Surface Book 2 13.5”.
Answered by MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Q: QuestionCan I use powerful games on Surface Book 3?
Asked by MicrosoftFAQ.
- A:Answer Surface Book 3 was designed to be a portable powerhouse. It's capable of rendering high fidelity, 3D objects in CAD to rendering true 4K video in Premier Pro. That kind of power has a meaningful impact on gaming scenarios – something critical to a significant number of Surface Book 3 users. The graphics power is delivered by a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti with 6GB of GDDR6 VRAM in the Surface Book 3 15” providing enough power to play the top Xbox Game Pass for PC games at 1080p in a smooth 60fps. For Implemented Game Mode, we partnered with Xbox and Windows to signal when gaming to automatically tune the performance for gaming. Windows quiets background tasks like Indexer and AV. Surface optimizes thermals and power to tune for gaming performance.
Answered by MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Q: QuestionDoes the pen come with the laptop
Asked by Terry.
- A:Answer Surface Book 3 does not come with Surface Pen. If you're interested in learning more, you can check out Surface Pen here: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/microsoft-surface-pen-poppy-red/6376778.p?skuId=6376778.
Answered by MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Q: Questionwhat is a 2-in-1 laptop?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer It is a laptop that can be used as a tablet as well. The Surface 3 screen detaches from the keyboard when you need a tablet only.
Answered by DCrop
Q: QuestionDoes surface Book have DP or HDMI to connect external monitor? I don't find such description in the specs.
Asked by Henry.
- A:Answer Surface Book 3 may connect to external monitors via its built-in USB-C port. If your monitor doesn't support USB-C, we recommend investing in a USB-C to HDMI adapter.
Answered by MicrosoftOutreachTeam
Q: QuestionWhat is weight of tablet separate from keyboard? What is weight of keyboard separate from tablet?
Asked by Donaldduck.
Q: QuestionCan you connect an Xbox controller to Surface Book 3?
Asked by MicrosoftFAQ.
- A:Answer You can pair up to 8 Xbox Wireless controllers with Surface Book 3 15” to enjoy the latest Xbox Game Pass titles for PC.
Answered by MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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