Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch)
CPU Benchmark
3,500
Battery Life
17h
Weight
1534g
Customization
1/10
Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch) Features
"Upgraded with 8th Gen quad-core processors, a USB-C port, and up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics for a massive performance leap in the 13.5-inch form factor."
Standout strengths
- Significant performance leap with 8th Gen quad-core CPU
- Powerful graphics with GTX 1050
- Addition of a USB-C port
Trade-offs
- Power drain issues under extreme heavy load
- No Thunderbolt support
Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch) Performance Position
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Specs Comparison: vs Predecessor (Surface Book (1st Gen))
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Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch)
Previous Gen
Surface Book (1st Gen)
Upgrade Criteria
CPU performance improved by approx. 59%. Heavy tasks become dramatically smoother.
Battery life is 17 hours. More peace of mind on the go.
Support for latest AI features and connectivity (Wi-Fi 7) increases future value.
Specs Comparison: Current Models vs Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch)
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| Spec Item | Book 2 (13.5-inch) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Benchmark | Single:1,050Multi:3,500 | Single:2,700Multi:11,500 | Single:3,100Multi:16,500 | Single:2,400Multi:10,800 | Single:2,750Multi:12,500 | Single:3,100Multi:16,500 | Single:3,150Multi:17,200 | Single:2,600Multi:11,500 | Single:2,650Multi:12,200 | Single:2,400Multi:10,800 | Single:3,300Multi:22,500 |
| GPU Benchmark | 18,500 | 20,000 | 26,000 | 18,000 | 21,000 | 26,000 | 26,000 | 27,000 | 27,000 | 18,000 | 115,000 |
| AI Processor (NPU) | — | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 45 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 48 TOPS | 48 TOPS | 45 TOPS | 120 TOPS |
| Battery Life | Up to 17h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 16h | Up to 22h | Up to 20h | Up to 22h | Up to 19h | Up to 19h | Up to 18h | Up to 15h |
| Weight | 1534g | 686g | 895g | 680g | 1220g | 1340g | 1660g | 1342g | 1660g | 1220g | 2000g |
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Accessory Compatibility
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| Accessory | Book 2 (13.5-inch) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Type Cover | - | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard (Compatible) | Surface Pro Flex / Signature Keyboard | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) | - | - | N/A (integrated keyboard) | N/A (integrated keyboard) | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) |
Surface Pen | - | Surface Slim Pen 2 (Supported) | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Surface Slim Pen | Surface Slim Pen 2 (Supported) | - | - | Surface Slim Pen 2 (supported) | Surface Slim Pen 2 (supported) | Surface Slim Pen (Supported) | Surface Slim Pen 2 (Supported) |
AC Adapter | - | 39W / 65W Surface Connect / USB-C PD | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | USB-C | 39W / 65W Surface Connect / USB-C PD | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C | USB-C / 39W Surface Connect | 127W / 200W Surface Connect / USB-C PD |
Surface Dock | - | Surface Dock 2 / USB-C Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / USB-C Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock / USB-C Dock |
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Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch) Specs
Comprehensive technical specifications including processor, memory, storage, display, and ports.
| Processor (CPU) | 7th Gen / 8th Gen Intel Core i5 / i7CPU Benchmark: Single:1,050Multi:3,500 |
|---|---|
| Graphics (GPU) | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 + Intel® UHD Graphics 620 (GPU Benchmark: 18,500) |
| Memory (RAM) | 8GB / 16GB |
| Storage (SSD) | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Display Size | 13.5" |
| Resolution | 3000 × 2000 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Battery Life | Up to 17h |
| Weight | 1534g |
| Dimensions | 312 × 232 × 23 mm |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2017 |
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Support Information
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OS / Driver & Firmware Support
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- Driver & Firmware
- Support Ended
Official End Date
Jun 30, 2023
- Compatible OS Support
- OS Supported
- Support Notes
- Windows 11 supported (8th-gen CPU) / Driver support ended
* End dates follow official Microsoft Surface lifecycle definitions. Even after driver support ends, standard Windows security updates may continue if the underlying Windows edition remains supported.
System SKU
The System SKU reported by Windows System Information (msinfo32) and the model number printed on the device. Use them to identify your exact model.
- System SKU
- Surface_Book_1832
- Model Number (printed on device)
- 1832
Find the System SKU in System Information (msinfo32), or run `wmic csproduct get sku` in Command Prompt. The model number is engraved on the device (e.g. behind the kickstand).
* Where Geekbench has no measured result, scores are estimated from spec change ratios wherever possible. 32-bit models have no data.