You’ll still be able to choose between the 13.5-inch or 15-inch model, and while there not significant design changes, Microsoft has focused on making big upgrades internally. The Surface Book 3 features Intel 10th Generation processors, with the 13.5-inch model sporting a Core i5 quad-core processor, and the 15-inch model includes a Core i7 quad-core processor. The Surface Book 2 starts at $1599 for the 13.5-inch while the 15-inch model starts at $2499.
Surface Book 3 (15-inch) Surface Book 3 (13.5-inch) Surface Book 3 tech specs
Surface Book 3 (15-inch)
The 15-inch model of the Surface Book 3 starts at $2299, and it comes with an Intel 10th Generation quad-core Core i7 processor, up to 32GB of RAM, up to 2TB of M.2 2280 for internal storage, and a 15-inch 3240 x 2160 display with thin bezels. This time around, the Surface Book 3 comes with a GTX 1660Ti that should be enough to play most Xbox titles at 60fps with 1080p resolution, but without hardware-accelerated ray tracing. You can also upgrade to a Quadro RTX 3000 GPU starting at $3499 if you’re a business. This model is also a device for gamers, since there’s now a new 127W charger to avoid problems charging during gameplay. Of course, you can detach the display to use the device as a tablet, and Microsoft claims up to 17.5 hours of battery life.
Surface Book 3 (13.5-inch)
The 13.5-inch model of the Surface Book 3 starts at $1599, and it comes an Intel 10th Generation quad-core Core i5 processor, up to 32GB of RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD, and a 13.5-inch 3000 x 2000 screen. The smaller device packs an Intel built-in Iris Plus graphics, but you’ll be able to get it with a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics for a starting price of $1999. Unlike the 15-inch model, the 13.5-inch version is expected to last 15.5 hours on a single charge.
Surface Book 3 tech specs
Here’s a closer look at the tech specs of Surface Book 3. As for ports, both devices are getting two USB-A ports, a single USB-C port with USB Power Delivery 3.0 support, a full-size UHS-II SD card reader, and a Surface Connect port, but there’s no Thunderbolt 3 support. Microsoft is also adding far-field studio mics, and you’ll find 5MP front-facing and 8MP rear-facing auto-focus camera with 1080p HD video, and support for Windows Hello face authentication.
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You can preorder the Surface Book 3 starting May 6, but the device will be available in the United States and Canada starting May 21, and Microsoft says they’ll be coming to more regions soon. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
