Surface Book
Series
Ultimate performance with a detachable display. The flagship model for creators.
Total Models
5Generations
Latest Model
2020
Time Since Release
75 months elapsed
Current Model
There are no active models currently in production for this series.
All generations in this family have been discontinued. Consider looking at newer families or refurbished options.
Buying Advice
Evaluate if you should buy now based on specs, age, and update cycle.
Minor spec difference from the previous gen and late in its cycle (75 months elapsed). We recommend waiting for the next model or considering used/outdated alternatives.
Smart Alternative: Used & Outdated
If the latest model is too expensive or performance difference is small, these older recommended models offer excellent value.
Generation Comparison
Look back at evolution across 5 generations by spec.
| Specifications |  Book 3 (13.5-inch) |  Book 3 (15-inch) |  Book 2 (13.5-inch) |  Book 2 (15-inch) |  Book (1st Gen) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | 第10世代 Intel® Core™ i5 / i7 | 第10世代 Intel® Core™ i7-1065G7 | 7th Gen / 8th Gen Intel Core i5 / i7 | 7th Gen / 8th Gen Intel Core i5 / i7 | 6th Gen Intel Core i5 / i7 |
| CPU Performance (Score) | 7,200 | 7,200 | 7,000 | 7,000 | 3,000 |
| GPU | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1650/Quadro RTX 3000 + Intel® Iris™ Plus | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q / Quadro RTX 3000 | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050/1060 + Intel® UHD 620 | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 + Intel® UHD 620 | NVIDIA® GeForce® 940M + Intel® HD 520 |
| NPU (AI) | — | — | — | — | — |
| AI Performance (TOPS) | — | — | — | — | — |
| Battery (hours) | 15.5 | 15.5 | 13.5 | 13.5 | 9 |
| Weight (g) | 1534 | 1905 | 1534 | 1905 | 1516 |
| Display Size | 13.5" 13.5" 3000x2000 | 15" 15" 3240x2160 | 13.5" 13.5" 3000x2000 | 15" 15" 3240x2160 | 13.5" 13.5" 3000x2000 |
| Footprint | 312 × 232 mm | 343 × 251 mm | 312 × 232 mm | 343 × 251 mm | 312 × 232 mm |
| Highlights | Ultimate performance with a detachable display. The flagship model for creators. | Ultimate performance with a detachable display. The flagship model for creators. | A legacy model released in the past. | A legacy model released in the past. | A legacy model released in the past. |
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History of the Surface Book series
Surface Book 3
Stronger GPU options brought the detachable high-performance concept to full maturity.
Surface Book 2
A 15-inch option and higher performance pushed the lineup further into creative workloads.
Surface Book
Debuted as an iconic premium 2-in-1 that combined a detachable display with a powerful laptop base.