Overview
Ultimate versatility
Surface Book is a high-performance laptop with exceptional power and versatility. It weighs just 3.34 lbs (1516g) and its 13.5-inch PixelSense™ has incredible resolution (3000 x 2000). It’s calibrated for true-to-life color, with high contrast and low glare. Detach the screen to use like a clipboard, or rotate and reattach the screen to use the full hardware accelerated graphics.
Exceptional performance
Surface Book combines the 6th Generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors and up to 16GB of memory with optional discrete graphics for an unparalleled laptop experience. It's built to handle all of the creative tasks you throw at it. Design, sketch, and build without limits. Shoot video and edit in Premiere Pro with amazing fluidity and smoothness. Surface Book handles the most demanding creative tasks without sacrificing battery life. With up to 12 hours of battery life1, it’s the ultimate laptop to power your ideas.
Runs Windows & Office perfectly
Surface Book runs Windows 10 Pro, the best combination of the Windows you already know plus lots of great new features you’ll love. Want to run Adobe Creative Cloud, Citrix, AutoCAD or Visual Studio? No problem. Surface Book runs all of the professional-grade software you need with no compromises. Microsoft Office, the world’s greatest productivity suite, works perfectly on Surface Book. Write directly on webpages with Surface Pen in the Microsoft Edge browser, and share your notes easily.
Microsoft advanced technology
Writing with Surface Pen feels as fluid and precise as a ballpoint pen on paper. With one click of Surface Pen, a blank OneNote page appears for quick notes—even if your Surface is asleep. Click and hold the top of Surface Pen to activate Cortana2, your truly personal digital assistant. She offers time, people, and location-based reminders, or even helps you book dinner reservations. Surface Book is built with the very latest facial recognition camera to make your life easier. With Windows Hello, Surface Book knows you’re you, and will sign you in with no password required.
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Surface Book
Starting at $1499
The most powerful Surface laptop to handle any task.
- Run desktop software just like a laptop
- Stream music and movies
- Write and draw directly on your screen
- Organize and enhance photos
- Make music with professional grade apps
- 3D modeling with Auto Cad
13.5" 3.34 lbs (1516g)
PixelSense™ display
Resolution: 3000 x 2000
Windows 10 Pro
Office 365 30-day trial
Up to 12 hours1
- Two full-size USB 3.0
- Full-size SD card reader
- Headset jack
- Mini DisplayPort
- Surface Connect
The perfect balance of size and power for working on the go.
- Run desktop software just like a laptop
- Stream music and movies
- Write and draw directly on your screen
- Organize and enhance photos
- Make music with professional grade apps
- 3D modeling with Auto Cad (i7 models only)
12.3" 1.73 lbs (786g)
PixelSense™ display
Resolution: 2736 x 1824
Windows 10 Pro
Office 365 30-day trial
Up to 9 hours5
- Full-size USB 3.0
- microSD card reader
- Mini Display Port
- Headset jack
- Cover port
- Surface Connect
The smallest and most compact member of the Surface family
- Run desktop software just like a laptop
- Stream music and movies
- Write and draw directly on your screen
10.8" 1.37 lbs
Full HD Display
Resolution: 1920 x 1280
Windows 10
Includes 1-year subscription to Office 365 Personal4
Up to 10 hours6
- Full-size USB 3.0
- Mini Display Port
- microSD card reader
- Headset jack
- Micro USB charging port
Tech specs
Software
Windows 10 Pro • Office 30-day trial
Exterior
Casing: Magnesium • Color: Silver • Physical buttons: Volume, Power
Dimensions
Laptop: 9.14 x 12.30 x 0.51- 0.90 in ( 232.1 x 312.3 x 13 -22.8 mm)
Clipboard: 8.67 x 12.30 x 0.30 in (220.2 x 312.3 x 7.7 mm)
Weight
3.48 pounds (1576 grams)
Storage3
Solid state drive (SSD) options: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
Display
Screen: 13.5” PixelSense™ display • Resolution: 3000 x 2000 (267 PPI) • Aspect ratio: 3:2 • Touch: 10 point multi-touch
Battery Life
Up to 12 hours of video playback1
Processor
6th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7
Graphics
i5: Intel HD graphics (non-GPU) • i5/i7: NVIDIA GeForce graphics (GPU)
Security
TPM chip for enterprise security
Memory
8GB or 16GB RAM
Wireless
802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
Ports
Two full-size USB 3.0
Full-size SD card reader
Surface Connect
Headset jack
Mini DisplayPort
Cameras, video and audio
5.0 megapixel front-facing camera
8.0 megapixel rear-facing camera with autofocus, with 1080p HD video recording
Dual Microphones, front and rear facing
Front-facing stereo speakers with Dolby audio
Sensors
Ambient light sensor • Accelerometer • Gyroscope • Magnetometer
What's in the box
Surface Book
Surface Pen
Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Safety and warranty documents
Warranty
1-year limited
FAQ
What operating system does Surface Book run?
A: Surface Book runs full Windows 10 Pro. This means you can run your favorite programs, apps, and browsers.
Can I run multiple programs at the same time?
A: The Surface Book lets you multitask like a pro. Run Windows apps and as many desktop programs as you need simultaneously – they will even snap into place on your screen so you can use them all at once.
What is Surface Book made of?
A: The casing of Surface Book is made out of a magnesium alloy which is lighter and more durable than aluminum.
Does the Surface Pen that works with Surface Book work with other Surface devices?
A: Yes. With Palm Block technology and 1024 levels of pressure sensitivity, Surface Pen gives you a surprisingly natural way to mark-up documents and take notes in your own handwriting.
Can I use the Surface Pro 3 Power Supply to charge Surface Book?
A: Yes, the Surface Pro 3 Power Supply will charge Surface Book through the Surface Connect port.
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Stay productive with extended protection and accidental damage coverage for your Surface. Plus unlimited software support. Only $249.
Microsoft Complete Accident Protection for Surface Book
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Stay productive with extended protection and accidental damage coverage for your Surface. Plus unlimited software support. Only $249.
Microsoft Complete Accident Protection for Surface Book
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Stay productive with extended protection and accidental damage coverage for your Surface. Plus unlimited software support. Only $249.
Microsoft Complete Accident Protection for Surface Book
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Stay productive with extended protection and accidental damage coverage for your Surface. Plus unlimited software support. Only $249.
