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Recent Reviews

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7/24/2022
4.0 out of 5 stars Artist or Developer, this is the laptop for you
By R. Winningham
I’ve had the pleasure of using three different Surface Laptop Studios. They each far exceed my expectations.I currently have one at work and one at home. (I don’t like mixing work and home on the same computer). This means I have one to pamper and one to abuse. I won’t disclose which is which.My background: I’m a senior software engineer for a Fortune 300. I need virtualization, horsepower, and flexibility at work (Visual Studio, Docker, Kubernetes). I’m also a 3D artist at home (Blender, TopoGun, Maya, 3DS, Chitubox, etc.).When I have to, I use Office.My usage patterns are all over the place.First: I was skeptical of the “cloth hinge”. I flipped the hinge over and over for two days. I can safely say, I t’s not gonna wear out quickly.Having used Wacom products for years, I didn’t know what to expect from “the pen”.The Physical Pen Integration is well thought out. It pairs, charges, and stores in a well hidden (and easily accessible) location. The Pen is also well integrated with the latest version of leading artists’ software.From an artist’s standpoint, when you draw on the screen, you’ll probably need an external keyboard. I haven’t tried “the dial”. The “feel” is different from a Cintiq. It’s a bit squishy, but acceptable if you can adapt.Windows Home can be easily upgraded to Enterprise with the appropriate ISO and Product Key.I would prefer a larger amount of available RAM. 32 GB is too little for me. (Apple has 64GB laptops, just sayin’).This is probably “more laptop” than the average user would need. It’s also on the heavy side.The Screen-Flipping-Feature isn’t for everyone. Although, it does more than you’d expect. It allows you to tilt the screen forward (over the keyboard) when using an external keyboard. You can also flip the screen away from you and use the computer as a Hotel Movie Screen.Unfortunately, The Pen isn’t included.Heavier than anything “traditional”Anything but “traditional.”
23 people found this helpful
Verified Purchase
4/13/2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Almost perfect
By Steven Harder
I bought the Surface Laptop Studio along with the Acer ConceptD 7 Ezel in order to compare them. The color and contrast on the Acer were obviously much better, and the Slim Pen 2 gets jittery when drawing slowly/carefully. However, the Surface display gets much brighter, and writing/drawing on it feels much more natural, mostly because of the awkward aspect ratio on the Acer and a very noticeable gap between its display and digitizer. I had also anticipated that the three set positions for the screen on the Surface might compare poorly against the Acer's infinitely variable "Ezel", but it didn't end up bothering me at all. I tend to use the middle position, where the display sits between the keyboard and touchpad, even when I'm holding it in one arm and using it in portrait mode. For some reason it just works for me.The speakers on the Surface are very impressive. It's quite a bit louder than my MacBook Pro, though not quite as pleasant to watch movies on, since the display has less contrast and the audio isn't as full on the low-end. The Acer's speakers are a complete joke, but all of this is really a side note, since I wouldn't use either device for watching movies and I use studio monitors for audio. Really, my only complaint about the Surface is the stupid, stupid, stupid proprietary "Surface Connect" charging/docking port (don't waste your money on the dock, since there is no way to use it without continually charging the laptop and inevitably ruining your battery, "kiosk mode" notwithstanding). The fact that the Surface with $400 of accessories still costs $1200 less than the ConceptD certainly doesn't hurt.Ultimately, I returned the Acer and I have no regrets.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specific processor and graphics card details for this configuration?
This laptop is equipped with an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11700 processor running at 3 GHz with 4 cores, and a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics card with 4 GB of dedicated video RAM.
How does the screen perform for creative work and entertainment?
The 14.4-inch PixelSense Flow touchscreen has a resolution of 2400 x 1600 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, providing smooth visuals and uniform color for tasks like animation, drawing, and gaming.
What is the actual battery life I can expect?
According to the product details, the average battery life is rated at 18 hours, which supports the marketing claim of all-day battery life for running applications on the go.
How does the design support using the Surface Slim Pen 2?
The laptop has a magnetic storage and charging slot for the Surface Slim Pen 2 located under the front of the keyboard, allowing the pen to be securely attached and kept charged when not in use.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of this laptop?
The laptop measures 9.84 x 13.63 x 2.4 inches and weighs 5.92 pounds, making it a portable device with a substantial build to accommodate its flexible hinge design and internal components.

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