Surface Book 3, Surface Go 2 Launched By Microsoft
Microsoft is always on the forefront, working consistently to develop new and exciting hardware and technologies. The American tech major recently launched a new range of products from which the Surface Book 3 and Surface Go saw major interest. The two products are being said to be a game-changer in the tablets or laptops category. Here is a look at what's new under the hood.
Microsoft Surface Book 3
With its all-new 2-in-1 design, Surface Book 3 is being hailed as a powerhouse. This Microsoft flagship comes with a detachable screen giving users the liberty to use it as a sleek tablet or a laptop. Powerful graphics and processor make this new version of the Microsoft Surface Book quite useful for gamers and multimedia users. Users get a 50% better performance in this 13.5 and 15-inch screen laptop with a juicy battery power of about 17.5 hours and Intel's 10th Gen 'Ice Lake' Core i5 and Core i7 processors. This lightweight laptop comes in two versions- the 13.5-inch model weighing up to 1.64kgs and a 15-inch version weighing 1.9kgs.
It also comes packed with some common essential features such as 5 MegaPixel (MP) front camera and 8 MP rear camera, backlight keyboard, Wi-Fi 6, 2 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A ports, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port, 2 Surface Connect ports, an SDXC card slot, stereo microphones, and a fully backlit keyboard.
Microsoft Surface Book 3 Specifications
- Dimensions: 13.5 inches and 15 inch
- Display Screen: PixelSense™ Display
- Resolution: 13.5 inch comes with 3000 x 2000 (267 PPI) and 15 inch comes with 3240 x 2160, (260 PPI)
- Memory: 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB
- Processor: Quad-core 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1035G7 Processor or Quad-core 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1065G7 Processor
- Software: Windows 10 Home
- Front Camera and Video: 5.0 MP Windows Hello face authentication camera with 1080p HD video
- Rear Camera and Video: 8.0MP with 1080p HD video
- Audio: Dual far-field Studio Mics and Front-facing stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
Microsoft Surface Book 3 Price, Sale Date
The 13.5-inch version that comes with 1.2GHz Core i5 CPU, 8GB RAM, integrated graphics and 256GB NVMe SSD starts at approximately Rs.1,21,940. The 15-inch version that comes with 1.3GHz Core i7 CPU, 32GB RAM and 2TB NVMe SSD, starts at approximately Rs.2,59,200. The Surface Book 3 sale is likely to begin internationally in late May.
Microsoft Surface Go 2
Surface Go 2 is a lightweight and compact 2-in-1 laptop that can work as both a tablet as well as a laptop with the powerful Windows 10. Surface Go 2 is great for business, and an ideal buy for new generation. It comes with powerful tools that help you connect and collaborate at work with ease. This easy to carry 2-in-1 laptop comes with an innovative Kickstand, studio mics, full HD cameras, USB-C port, Surface Pen and more to make your life much easier from the work front. It comes with TPM 2.0 for enterprise security and enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in that ensures that your privacy and data is safe and secure. The magnesium casing makes it look classy to work. Take a look at the Surface Go 2 specifications below.
Microsoft Surface Go 2 Specifications
- Display Screen: 10.5” PixelSense™ Display
- Resolution: 1920 x 1280 (220 PPI) resolution
- Memory: 4GB or 8GB RAM
- Processor: 8th Gen Intel® Core™ m3 Processor
- Software: Windows 10 Pro
- Storage: eMMC drive: 64GB (Wi-Fi)
- Cameras and Video: 5.0MP front-facing camera and 8.0MP rear-facing auto-focus camera with 1080p HD video
Microsoft Surface Go 2 Price, Sale Date
The base model with Intel Pentium Gold processor, 4GB RAM and 64GB eMMC storage is priced starting at approximately Rs. 30,500. The high-end model that comes with 8GB RAM and a 128GB SSD with the higher-end CPU is priced at approximately Rs.47, 970 (without integrated LTE) and Rs.55, 595 (with integrated LTE). Surface Go 2 will go on sale starting May 12 in the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, and European countries.
