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Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus)
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus) lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 13 in.
49/100
13 inSnapdragon X Plus16 GB512 GB23 hoursIPS
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Why we rate it
- Touchscreen
- NPU
- Backlit keyboard
- Above-average battery life
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus) wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size13 "
Panel typeIPS
Resolution2304
TouchscreenYes
Design and build
Weight1.63 kg
Performance
CPUSnapdragon X Plus
NPUYes
Memory and storage
RAM16 GB
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery life23 hours
Battery capacity47
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
IR camera (Windows Hello)Yes
Software
Operating systemWindows
Release
Announced2024
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMicrosoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus) vs Razer Razer Blade 16 (2024)
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus)Razer Blade 16 (2024)
| MicrosoftMicrosoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus)This page | RazerRazer Blade 16 (2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49 /100 | 49 /100 |
| Size | 13 " | 16 " |
| Weight | 1.63 kgBetter | 2.45 kg |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GBBetter |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1000 GBBetter |
| CPU | Snapdragon X Plus | Intel Core i9-14900HX |
| GPU | — | RTX 4080 |
Who it's for
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus) 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.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus) worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 49/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Microsoft Surface Laptop 13" (Snapdragon X Plus)?
Its touchscreen stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5?
The MacBook Pro 14.2-inch M5 scores 50/100 versus this one at 49/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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