Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop
The Microsoft Surface Laptop lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 13.8 in.
41/100
13.8 inSnapdragon X Elite16 GB512 GBIPS2304x1536
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Why we rate it
- Touchscreen
- HDR
- NPU
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Microsoft Surface Laptop wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size13.8 "
Panel typeIPS
Resolution2304
TouchscreenYes
HDRYes
Design and build
Weight0 kg
Chassis materialAluminum
Performance
CPUSnapdragon X Elite
CPU cores12
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM16 GB
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
IR camera (Windows Hello)Yes
Audio and webcam
Webcam2 MP
Software
Operating systemWindows
Release
Announced2024
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMicrosoft Surface Laptop vs HP HP OmniBook X Flip 14
Microsoft Surface LaptopHP OmniBook X Flip 14
| MicrosoftMicrosoft Surface LaptopThis page | HPHP OmniBook X Flip 14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41 /100 | 41 /100 |
| Size | 13.8 " | 14 " |
| Weight | 0 kgBetter | 1.39 kg |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| CPU | Snapdragon X Elite | — |
| GPU | — | Radeon 840M |
Who it's for
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 41/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Microsoft Surface Laptop?
Its touchscreen stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 scores 42/100 versus this one at 41/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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