Testseek.com have collected 320 expert reviews of the Microsoft Surface Book G1 13.5-inch and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Surface Book G1 13.5-inch.
October 2015
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The editors liked
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
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
Even faster performance
GeForce GTX 965M graphics
Extended battery life
Same slim
Versatile design as the original
Multiple configuration options
Futuristic design
Unrivaled display
Seamless tablet separation
Well built with sturdy fulcrum hinge
Tablet-notebook form factor
High resolution 13.5-inch display and front firing speakers
Among the most comfortable keyboard and trackpad
High performing computing innards
Great keyboard and trackpad
Gorgeous display
Good battery as a notebook
Excellent screen
Enough ports to satisfy a computer owner
Hybrid connectivity is very interesting
Solid performance (generally) with an option for a discrete graphics chip and a large amount of memory
Great keyboard with a soft and lovely click to it
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
The editors didn't like
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
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
Pricey
Angular shape when closed
Battery life falls well below promises
Major updates are still in tow
Some minor software glitches
Screen invites fingerprints
Placement of power and volume buttons is not good for a notebook
Weight distribution could be optimised further
Slightly buggy
Higher end configurations get expensive
Short battery life as a tablet
Thick in comparison to some of the computers it competes against
Hinge is a little odd
And thick enough to elicit a feeling that the Surface Book comes from 2010
Abstract: Two-part reviews are so 2011, but some devices just deserve a little extra soak time. The Surface Book with Performance Base (or "Surface Book 2016" if you're trying to fit it all on a thumbnail) captured my heart when I posted my first review video last...
Published: 2016-11-15, Author: Alex , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: Late last month, Microsoft fired a shot across Apples bow. With the Surface Studio and Dial and an updated Surface Book, Microsoft mace clear its plans to woo Apples old core audience of creative professionals—a group Apple has seemingly forgotten in fa...
Published: 2016-11-11, 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
Expensive, Even heavier than last year's model, "Fulcrum" hinge makes the laptop appear fatter when shut, Screen wobbles a bit in laptop mode, Slightly top heavy when you use it in your lap
The refreshed Surface Book has very few flaws, with a well-crafted chassis, comfortable keyboard, vibrant screen, fast performance and even longer battery life than on last year's model. As ever, you'll pay dearly for the privilege of owning it, and t...
Didn't mess with a good design Strong performance across a wide range of tasks Good battery life Can handle real PC games
Pricey
Microsoft Surface Book with Performance BaseThe GoodDidn't mess with a good design • Strong performance across a wide range of tasks • Good battery life • Can handle real PC gamesThe BadPriceyThe Bottom LineThis is an excellent pro-level Windows 10 comput...
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Published: 2016-11-10, Author: Peter , review by: arstechnica.com
The GPU is faster, The battery lasts longer
Fan noise under load, No way to buy the base standalone
Powerful discrete graphics in a 13-inch machine, Unique detachable design, Stylus support with 1,024 levels of sensitivity, Solid battery life, Vibrant display
Expensive, No USB Type-C port, Doesn't have the most recent generation of CPUs or GPUs
Now offering even better performance and twice the graphics power, the Surface Book with Performance Base is the clear choice for demanding creative pros...
Super-long battery life, Best graphics performance in a 13-inch convertible, Beautiful screen and good pen support
Very expensive, Heavy for a 13-inch ultrabook convertible, No Thunderbolt 3.0 nor USB 10Gbps
When Microsoft announced details of the Surface Book i7, I was pretty disappointed in its middle-aged hardware. In use, however, it appears there's plenty of life left in these parts. That the Surface Book i7 can actually give you better graphics p...
Published: 2016-11-10, Author: Tim , review by: wired.com
It's a lean performance hybrid with an awesome keyboard. The sharp touchscreen has a sweet aspect ratio for hardcore docjockeying. Laptop mode offers the graphics performance of a decent gaming laptop. It does hybrid right
Battery life is solid, but falls short of the 16 hours claimed. Sometimes you will forget where the power button is. It's expensive, but you're essentially getting two computers in one
Published: 2016-11-10, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Flexible 2-in-1 form factor, Impressive graphics upgrade over original, Excellent build quality, Seamless integration of Windows 10
GPU not quite desktop-VR-ready, Expensive, Performance Base not sold separately, No Thunderbolt 3
NOW READ: Microsoft's Surface Studio is a stunning AIOSadly, while existing Surface Book owners could dock their screen into the new Performance Base and get all the benefits of the new GPU, Microsoft won't be selling the keyboard section separately. Even...
