Testseek.co.uk 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
(82%)
320 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(80%)
4161 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
The Surface Book's design isn't for everyone
But I simply fell in love with its futuristic look. Whether it looks odd or just ahead of the curve will depend on your perspective
But you can't deny Microsoft has made a daring move with its dynamic fulcrum
Stunning display
All-round fast performance
Slim and light
Option for discrete Nvidia graphics
Windows 10 Pro
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
Delightful keyboard
Plenty of processing power
Pixel-packed touchscreen
Clever combination of tablet-style screen and powerful laptop/keyboard sections
Muscle wire release system
Great keyboard experience
Funky hinge mechanism ensures firm/weighted laptop positioning
Excellent keyboard
Decent trackpad
Brilliant screen
Great stylus
13hour battery
Fancy hinge
Great 2in1 compromise
Proper ports
Windows Hello
Very attractive
Excellent build quality
Good stylus
Comfortable keyboard and touchpad
Striking good looks
Windows 10
Fantastic processor
Very good battery life
Awesome power
Completely flexible
Genuinely innovative hinge
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
Dedicated GPU
Bestinclassscreen
That hinge
Vastly improved graphics
Huge battery life gains
Still pulls off slick design
Gorgeous design and display
Clever and interesting hinge
Smart graphics switching
Beautiful design
Extremely versatile
High quality display
Quality pen build and performance
Versatile form factor
Beautiful display
Solid construction
Above-average performance
Amazing battery with Performance Base
Great performance
Optional Nvidia GPU
Sharp and vibrant screen
Solid build quality
Windows 10 as it should be
Stylish build quality
Impressive specs
Great keyboard and trackpad
Also available with 16GB of RAM
Core i5 processors and 128GB to 512GB SSD
Sleek and stylish looking laptop
Comes with Surface Pen (stylus) that offers access to One Note note taking functions - even when tablet screen locked
Supports Windows Hello fun
The editors didn't like
While I praise this hybrid for its incredible performance
There are heavy limits on just how many games it will play with only one gigabyte of video memory. The early bugs are also something I can't ignore
But they're to be expected from the first run o
Regardless of whether these vast improvements are worth it for someone that already owns the original Surface Book
Microsoft is asking those customers to pony up the original price and then some for said upgrades. That the firm isn't offering the Perform
Premium price
Questionable design choices
Backlit keyboard
Some software bugs
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
Expensive. Really expensive
Struggles with gaming
Despite its graphics card
Average battery life
Hinge fairly upright at maximum and reverse position not solid enough
Weighty
Expensive
Would like a smaller version (more Surface like)
Combined battery not as claimed (around 8-hours average)
Windows has a tablet app gap
Software bugs
Tabletonly battery could be longer
Heavy for a tablet
HiDPI mode fails for desktop apps
Interface is a mess if you dig deep enough
Disappointing tablet battery life
Buggy
Functionality can be hit/miss
Super expensive
Can be quite buggy at times
Do you really need the tablet?
Rather expensive
The grey attracts marks
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
So expensive it hurts
Battery life in tablet mode is short
Connectivity low without dock
Big starting price for tiny storage/RAM
Rather pricey
A bit hefty
Mediocre tablet battery life
Heavier and thicker than some competitors
No USB Type-C
Astoundingly expensive
Spongy keyboard
Very
Very expensive
Screen isn't set up for serious design work
Heavy
Full performance only possible with keyboard connected
Expensive price tag
Need optional dock at a cost of £164.99 to ensure you have a sufficient amount of USB ports
There's no doubt that the Microsoft Surface Book is a stunning piece of engineering. As Microsoft's inaugural laptop that doubles as a tablet, it's a device the company can be proud of. In terms of design, it's by far my favourite Windows laptop, and it m...
It's expensive but the Surface Book is an amazing piece of technology combining excellent (and unique) design, top-notch build quality and high-end specifications. Battery life is amazing and there's a lot you can do with the Surface Book model with the N...
Given how much I love Microsoft's Surface Pro 4 , I thought I'd be a sucker for this bigger, faster, even cooler Surface laptop. It should have none of the drawbacks of the oddball Surface Pro, right? Well, as it turns out, Surface Book has its own issu...
Striking good looks, Windows 10, fantastic processor, brilliant screen, very good battery life
functionality can be hit/miss, Super expensive, can be quite buggy at times
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Published: 2016-04-06, Author: Thomas , review by: whatmobile.net
Dedicated GPU, Bestinclassscreen, That hinge
So expensive it hurts, Battery life in tablet mode is short, Connectivity low without dock
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(86%)
Published: 2016-04-04, Author: Dave , review by: dailystar.co.uk
Microsoft's new laptop is a mixed bag.There's plenty to like about this computer and, with its fast processor, long battery life and stunning detachable screen, it should be must-have gadget.But sadly there's just too many niggles to make this the ultimat...
Published: 2016-03-31, Author: Matt , review by: Theinquirer.net
Abstract: THE SURFACE BOOK is Microsoft's first proper laptop, and sees the firm setting its sights firmly on Apple's MacBook. Prices start at £1,299, hefty when considering the devices often, er, interesting design choices and niggling software bugs. However, the...
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Published: 2016-03-30, Author: Matt , review by: v3.co.uk
Abstract: The Surface Book is Microsoft's first proper laptop. Prices start at a hefty £1,299, but the device has some interesting design choices, a dazzling display, up-to-scratch performance and battery with plenty of stamina. But is it the "ultimate laptop" Mic...
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Published: 2016-03-16, Author: Andrew , review by: theregister.co.uk
Abstract: It's a bit like paying a fortune to gain admission to a secret and exclusive members club, only to discover once you're in, that it's run by the bloke who does the pub quiz on a Tuesday night at your local... and all the bar regulars you thought you'd pai...
Published: 2016-03-14, Author: Matt , review by: Theinquirer.net
Stunning display, all-round fast performance, slim and light, option for discrete Nvidia graphics, Windows 10 Pro
Questionable design choices, backlit keyboard, some software bugs
Of course, it's always going to come down to personal preference, but we just don't like the Surface Book's rectangular, boxy design. It's functional rather than beautiful.Remember that this is Microsoft's first laptop. In some ways you're paying a premiu...
