Microsoft Surface Book (2015) Specifications and information

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Information from 06 Oct 2015.

The Microsoft Surface Book offers a premium 2-in-1 experience all the way up to graphically intensive scenarios. An optional Nvidia discreet GPU pairs with Skylake processors and there's a 16 GB RAM option too. A Surface docking port is provided for the external Surface Dock. Pricing starts at $1499.

Starting price for 128 GB plus Core i5 without discreet GPU is $1499 but pricing goes up to $2699 with 512GB RAM, discreet Nvidia GPU, Core i7 and 16 GB RAM. Min thickness 13 mm (tablet) 1.5KG including keyboard. Max 16 GB RAM. PCI-e connected SSD.

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Microsoft Surface Book Specifications

Manufacturer Microsoft
Model name Surface Book
Model id 2015
CPU Intel Core i5 6200U
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 520
FanlessNO
OS Microsoft Windows 10 Pro
Display Size
13.5" 3000 X 2000
Screen Type
LED-Backlit LCD (Transflective)
Touchscreen type
Touch with Digitizer
RAM 4096 MB
SSD 128 GB
Weight (Minimum) 725gm / 1.6 pounds
Size 312/323/22.8 mm
Size 12.3/12.7/0.9 inches
Physical Interfaces SD card slot
Displayport (Mini)
Docking connector
Headset i/f (Mic+Line)
USB 3.0 (x2)
Wireless Interfaces802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BT 4.0
No Wireless WAN (e.g. 4G)
AdditionalAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Camera 5.0mp
Camera 8MP Auto-Focus
Gyroscope
Mic array
Stereo speakers
*Specifications can vary
Microsoft Surface Book prices
USA$$149906 Oct 15
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Microsoft Surface Book news and review links.Date
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Microsoft Surface Book alternatives

Samsung Galaxy Book 12, 12.0 inch, 754 grams (1.66 lbs)
The Samsung Galaxy Book 12 is a quality, productive 12-inch Windows tablet option which comes in at about 1.2 KG with the keyboard. We haven't fully tested this but remain in close contact with Notebookcheck for information. Their tests have been very positive.
Google Pixel Slate, 12.3 inch, 725 grams (1.6 lbs)
The first of the Google tablet-focused ChromeOS PCs aiming at entry-level computing to high-level processing, all on the Chrome operating system with Android app capability and Chrome OS optimisations for the tablet. It competes with many mobile PCs and yet doesn't use a classic desktop operating system. We've always liked the simplicity, security and stability of Chrome OS and the breadth of Android apps within it so if you're not focused on video editing, this could be an efficient choice of PC.
We like the fact that there's a 48Wh battery in this, and it weighs just 725 gramms. This is one of the lightest 12.3-inch tablets you can buy with that sort of battery capacity.
Fujitsu Stylistic R726 Tablet, 12.5 inch, 789 grams (1.74 lbs)
The Fujitsu Tablet Stylistic R726 with a 12.5 inch anti-glare display transforms into a full performance and full productivity notebook by attaching the slim magnetic keyboard. It has a magnesium-aluminium case which gives it durabiltiy for business professionals on the move. It can be used with a digital pen to take notes or signatures on the tablet. Enterprise-grade connectivity like 4G/LTE and security features like encrypted drives and NFC-based authentication allow you to do your job wherever you want; all in confidence that your data is secure.
HP Spectre x2, 12.0 inch, 830 grams (1.83 lbs)
The fabulous looking HP Spectre x2 is another Surface-like tablet (but cheaper) with a cpu choice of Core m3, m5 and m7 processors. It will be competing with, among others, the recently launched Surface Pro 4 - the x2 can be configured with either 4GB or 8GB of RAM, and a solid-state drive with 128GB, 256GB or 512GB of SSD storage albeit the Full HD display is less than the Surface Pro 4's 2,763 x 1,824. There is a firm looking metal kick stand. Reports suggest the sound is very good partly due to the Bang & Olufsen 4 speakers and their positioning.
Microsoft Surface Pro 4, 12.3 inch, 766 grams (1.69 lbs)
The Surface Pro 4 has launched with a bigger screen in the same sizing as the Surface Pro 3. Entry level $899 model will be a Core M based device with Intel HD 515 graphics but a Core i7 version with Intel Iris graphics will be available. A new mechanical Touch-Type keyboard will also work with the Surface Pro 3. Resolution is 2736 x 1824
ASUS Transformer Book T300Fa, 12.5 inch, 800 grams (1.76 lbs)
The latest Core M processor, based on 5th-gen Core, enables a lightweight and yet relatively powerful Transformer Book. The T300Fa will sit between Atom-based and Core Haswell based products. Optional hard drive in the keyboard. Key feature: Fanless tablet with a total weight of 1600 grams.
ASUS Transformer Book T300 Chi, 12.5 inch, 720 grams (1.59 lbs)
Impressive. The Transformer Book T300 Chi 2-in-1 was introduced at Computex 2014 and finally launched at CES 2015. The incredibly thin 7.6mm tablet design is just 16.5mm thick when snapped together with the keyboard. It's a fanless 2-in-1. Available from Feb 2015
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