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
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320 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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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
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...
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Published: 2015-12-21, Author: Ryan , review by: pcper.com
Abstract: A lot has already been said about the design and style of both the updated Surface Pro 4 and the new Surface Book. Let's start with the Surface Pro 4 as it sees the least dramatic changes from previous product.The Surface Pro 4 uses the same kickstand tab...
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Published: 2015-12-21, Author: Tim , review by: techspot.com
The best hybrid design yet. Fantastic display complemented by the included stylus. Great performance, especially with the dedicated GPU. Excellent battery life.
A collection of software issues hasn't been fixed months after launch. Compromised cooling solution. The hinge doesn't fully close. Expensive for a laptop, expensive for a hybrid.
Published: 2015-11-23, Author: Jeff , review by: wccftech.com
Abstract: Microsoft is committed to bringing premium first-party hardware in much the same way that Apple does. The announcement of the original Surface and Surface Pro back in 2013 was met with a lot of criticism, that such a tablet couldn't possibly be useful in...
Microsoft is billing the Surface Book as “The Ultimate Laptop” which is a pretty lofty goal, especially for a first generation device. Unlike the Surface Pro line, which is only just now seeing competition from other vendors, there are plenty of other Ult...
Published: 2015-11-16, Author: Mark , review by: about.com
Nov 2 2015 - Microsoft's first laptop system offers a very solid experience with a few twists thanks to its 2-in-1 ability to detach the screen. This makes it a great option for those that need to use a tablet from time to time but it still does not perfo...
Stunning screen, Epic battery life as a laptop, Powerful and light as a tablet
Expensive, Mediocre battery life as a tablet, Awkward power button placement
OEM who? Microsoft jumps to the head of the hybrid class with its first laptop—a 13.5-inch detachable whose power and precision merit its high price. Read More…...
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Published: 2015-11-02, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: For the first three generations, "Microsoft Surface" meant a Windows-running tablet with a snap-on keyboard that turns it into a laptop. But today that Surface definition has expanded, now including a new device where the tablet part takes a backseat. Tho...
Stunning and high quality design, fast, optional dedicated graphics, lovely display, versatile design. Good battery life
Expensive! Gap between display and keyboard will bother some. Solo tablet battery life is short
Windows 2-in-1s are always a compromise, as we noted in our Surface Pro 4 review, you don't get the very best tablet possible or the very best laptop. As a tablet, the relatively large screen, pen, light weight and slim dimensions still make Surface Book...
high quality magnesium alloy chassis, notebook-class CPU and GPU performance in a detachable form factor, no major CPU or GPU throttling, high resolution, bright display fit for outdoor use, native 3:2 aspect ratio for full-frame SLRs, accurate colors an
thicker and heavier than 13- or 14-inch Ultrabooks, battery life could be better, no USB Type-C or HDMI options, no WWAN or RJ-45 options, no SmartCard or fingerprint reader, no secondary storage options, no TrackPoint or dedicated mouse keys, native 3:2
Do we recommend the Surface Book over a traditional notebook? Anyone who is already set on a detachable-type notebook should consider the Microsoft solution as it is a serious contender for replacing an aging Ultrabook. However, users who have little inte...
