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Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch, 2017)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch, 2017)
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alaScore 87

107 reviews

Dec, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 107 reviews of Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch, 2017). The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the design and portability are on the whole positive. The battery and performance also get good opinions. Opinions are divided on the reliability. The connectivity and price get critical views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch, 2017) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Joe Osborne (techradar.com)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch) review

 

The Surface Book 2 is a luxurious Windows 10 2-in-1 laptop, backed with some serious specs. Read our Surface Book 2 review to see if it's worth the price tag.

Crazy long battery life Massively powerful Lightweight yet large tablet Excellent cooling

No up-firing base speakers Small trackpad Very pricey No Surface Pen included

As it turns out, one of the best 2-in-1 laptops to date is just a larger Surface Book – one that can handle the latest PC games and last for a helluva long time, to boot. Not to mention that this is the best tablet for drawing that we’ve tested yet. We...

Dec, 2020
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Expert review by : Robert Jones (t3.com)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 review: the most powerful laptop-tablet hybrid in the world

 

The Surface Book is back to rule over the 2-in-1 laptop market with a golden fist

Massively powerful for a 2-in-1 ; Battery life is excellent ; Lightweight despite size and spec ; Screen is superb ; Can play modern AAA games at high settings

Surface Pen is not included ; Drab grey finish ; Speakers are so-so

Nov, 2019
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Expert review by : Dan Ackerman (cnet.co.uk)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch) review

 

There's a lot going on with the new Surface Book 2.

The new Surface Book 2 adds a long list of worthy upgrades, from new CPUs and gamer-ready graphics cards to a bigger 15-inch version. Battery life and performance are both excellent.

The two-in-one design still feels awkward at times, and for some users, the detachable screen may be superfluous. The most interesting new components are only available in very expensive configurations.

The Surface Book 2 is a satisfying sequel, but like many sequels, it may be trying to broadly serve too many audiences.

Nov, 2017
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Expert review by : Henry Burrell (techadvisor.co.uk)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 15in

 

What a surprise: the most expensive Microsoft Surface is the best one. But do you need to spend over £2,000 on the 15in Surface Book 2? Find out in our full review

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Expert review by : Tim Danton (alphr.com)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 15in review: A larger screen, more power – and a much higher price

 

A versatile and powerful 2-in-1 laptop that also offers all-day battery life – but it needs better support

So to the big question: is the 15in Surface Book 2 worth the high price Microsoft demands? For some people, the answer will be a clear “yes”. If you have good reasons to opt for a 15in screen, want the extra power on offer and love the Surface Book 2’s...

Mar, 2018
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Expert review by : Jonathan Bray (alphr.com)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 review: 15-inch model now available in the UK

 

Powerful, versatile and portable – the Microsoft Surface Book 2 is one very impressive laptop

Despite these slight niggles, there’s no denying the Microsoft Surface Book 2 has unique appeal. It’s a laptop that can be a tablet, a graphics pad and notepad, a workstation, portable workhorse and games console all in one compact package, and there’s...

Jan, 2018
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Expert review by : Matthew Buzzi (pcmag.com)

Microsoft Surface Book 2

 

The Surface Book 2 is a feat of design, a top-of-the-line premium convertible 2-in-1 laptop that's fast, long lasting, versatile, and portable. It's even up for gaming.

Premium alloy construction. Elegant convertible design. Sharp high-resolution touch display in new larger size. Discrete Nvidia GTX 1060 graphics. Very long battery life. Multiple configuration options. Xbox wireless controller receiver is integrated.

16GB RAM maximum. Surface Pen is an additional purchase. Adding SSD storage is pricey. Some finicky issues required troubleshooting in our tests.

Bottom Line: The Surface Book 2 is a feat of design, a top-of-the-line premium convertible 2-in-1 laptop that's fast, long lasting, versatile, and portable. It's even up for gaming.

Nov, 2017
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Expert review by : Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

Microsoft's Surface Book 2 is bigger, better sequel

 

Microsoft's Surface Book 2 adds new CPUs, gamer-ready graphics and a bigger 15-inch screen option.

The new Surface Book 2 adds a long list of worthy upgrades, from new CPUs and gamer-ready graphics cards to a bigger 15-inch version. Battery life and performance are both excellent.

The two-in-one design still feels awkward at times, and for some users, the detachable screen may be superfluous. The most interesting new components are only available in very expensive configurations.

The Surface Book 2 is a satisfying sequel, but like many sequels, it may be trying to broadly serve too many audiences.

Nov, 2017
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Expert review by : Brett Howse (anandtech.com)

The Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-Inch) Review: Second Time's The Charm

 

We finally have the successor. After a troubled launch in late 2015 of the original Surface Book, Microsoft seemed to drag their feet when it came to updating what was one of the most interesting notebooks released in the last couple of years. The...

But it’s not just about the components. Microsoft’s display is arguably the best in any notebook. The magnesium finish is fantastic. The design is interesting, and functional, and the versatility of the detachable display, even if only to flip it...

Dec, 2017
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Expert review by : Laptop Mag (laptopmag.com)

Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15-inch)

 

Modern, detachable design; Great stylus; Long battery life; Vivid, bright display; Finally has USB Type-C ; Expensive; No Thunderbolt 3 ; The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Book 2 is the most versatile Windows 10 machine for creative pros, if you're willing...

Expensive; No Thunderbolt 3 ; The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Book 2 is the most versatile Windows 10 machine for creative pros, if you're willing to pay a premium.

The 15-inch Microsoft Surface Book 2 is the most versatile Windows 10 machine for creative pros, if you're willing to pay a premium.

Nov, 2017
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