Surface Studio 2+
PerformancePortabilityStaminaCustomizabilityScreen
SO Score
3.0/ 5.0

Surface Studio 2+

CPU Benchmark

6,500

Battery Life

0h

Weight

9560g

Customization

1/10

Surface Studio 2+ Features

"An architectural refresh featuring an 11th Gen Core i7, RTX 3060 Laptop GPU, and the long-awaited inclusion of Thunderbolt 4 ports."

Standout strengths

  • Modern graphics and ray tracing with RTX 3060
  • Three long-awaited Thunderbolt 4 ports
  • Retains the superb hinge and display design

Trade-offs

  • Chassis design is identical to previous generations
  • Uses an older 11th Gen CPU

Surface Studio 2+ Performance Position

Compare specs and performance against the latest model, generation rank within Surface Studio, and overall standing among all Surface devices.

Specs Comparison: vs Predecessor

This Model

Surface Studio 2+

Surface Studio 2+

Predecessor

Surface Studio 2

Surface Studio 2

6,500
CPU Performance
3,800
68,000
GPU Performance
35,000
9560g
Lightweight
9560g

Rank in Surface Studio Series (3 Models)

CPU Performance
#1/ 3
6,500
GPU Performance
#1/ 3
68,000
Max Memory
#1/ 3
32GB
Battery
—/ 0
—

Overall Surface Ranking

CPU Performance
#23/ 56
6,500
Lightweight
#56/ 58
9560g
Battery
—/ 55
—
AI Performance
—/ 17
—

Specs Comparison: vs Predecessor (Surface Studio 2)

Check the specs and evolutionary differences from the predecessor

This Model

Surface Studio 2+

Surface Studio 2+

Previous Gen

Surface Studio 2

Surface Studio 2

6,500
CPU Performance
3,800
68,000
GPU Performance
35,000
32GB
Max Memory
32GB

Upgrade Criteria

1

CPU performance improved by approx. 71%. Heavy tasks become dramatically smoother.

2

Battery life is 0 hours. More peace of mind on the go.

3

Support for latest AI features and connectivity (Wi-Fi 7) increases future value.

Specs Comparison: Current Models vs Surface Studio 2+

Compare current models across each series side by side.

Spec Item
Surface Studio 2+

Studio 2+

CPU BenchmarkSingle:1,850Multi:6,500Single:2,700Multi:11,500Single:3,100Multi:16,500Single:2,400Multi:10,800Single:2,750Multi:12,500Single:3,100Multi:16,500Single:3,150Multi:17,200Single:2,600Multi:11,500Single:2,650Multi:12,200Single:2,400Multi:10,800Single:3,300Multi:22,500
GPU Benchmark68,00020,00026,00018,00021,00026,00026,00027,00027,00018,000115,000
AI Processor (NPU)—80 TOPS80 TOPS45 TOPS80 TOPS80 TOPS80 TOPS48 TOPS48 TOPS45 TOPS120 TOPS
Battery LifeUp to 0hUp to 15.5hUp to 15.5hUp to 16hUp to 22hUp to 20hUp to 22hUp to 19hUp to 19hUp to 18hUp to 15h
Weight9560g686g895g680g1220g1340g1660g1342g1660g1220g2000g
Model PageModel Page

Accessory Compatibility

Check compatibility status for major official accessories.

Accessory
Surface Studio 2+

Studio 2+

Type Cover
-Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard (Compatible)Surface Pro Flex / Signature KeyboardSurface Pro 12-inch KeyboardN/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 2Surface Slim PenSurface 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 PD65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4)USB-C39W / 65W Surface Connect / USB-C PD65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4)65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4)65W Surface Connect / USB-C65W Surface Connect / USB-CUSB-C / 39W Surface Connect127W / 200W Surface Connect / USB-C PD
Surface Dock
-Surface Dock 2 / USB-C DockSurface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Dock 2 / USB-C DockSurface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 DockSurface Thunderbolt 4 Dock / USB-C Dock
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Surface Studio 2+ Specs

Comprehensive technical specifications including processor, memory, storage, display, and ports.

Sourcesupport.microsoft.com
Processor (CPU)
11th Gen Intel Core i7-11370HCPU Benchmark: Single:1,850Multi:6,500
Graphics (GPU)
NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 3060 (GPU Benchmark: 68,000)
Memory (RAM)32GB
Storage (SSD)1TB
Display Size28"
Resolution4500 × 3000
Aspect Ratio3:2
Weight9560g
Dimensions620 × 450 × 12.5 mm
Release DateOct 25, 2022

Customization Level

Evaluate build-to-order options and long-term expandability.

CPU

Processor options

1/ 10

Memory (RAM)

RAM capacity options

1/ 10

Storage

SSD capacity and upgradability

1/ 10

GPU

Graphics options

1/ 10

Support Information

OS, driver and firmware support status, together with the System SKU that identifies your device.

OS / Driver & Firmware Support

Official Microsoft driver and firmware lifecycle end date alongside current supported OS (Windows 11 etc.) status.

Driver & Firmware
Supported

Official End Date

Oct 2, 2028

Compatible OS Support
OS Supported
Support Notes
Windows 11 supported / Within driver support window

* 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_Studio_2+_2028
Model Number (printed on device)
2028

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).

[1]Source: Geekbench 6 (Processor / OpenCL)

* Where Geekbench has no measured result, scores are estimated from spec change ratios wherever possible. 32-bit models have no data.

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