Microsoft Surface Book i7 2016: changes are basically on the base
Tencent Digital (Rocky) Microsoft launched the Surface Book last year, a product between Ultrabook and Surface Pro that received a lot of attention.
Unlike the Surface Pro series, the Surface Book is more like a notebook (even if it is still removable as a tablet), and the key to a differentiated experience is the Surface Book's cradle keyboard. It uses a flexible removable hinge connection, keyboard feel, thickness is similar to the notebook, rather than Pro like a soft membrane keyboard.
This year, Microsoft released the Surface Book at the same time as the Surface Stuidio. It looks more like a traditional hardware update. But in fact, some changes have taken place in the design of the Surface Book 2016 model.
Base keyboard is thicker than last year
At first glance, the Surface Book seems to be a continuation of its predecessor design language. It does not change much, but after comparison, it can be seen that it is significantly thicker than last year, and the thicker and heavier part is actually the base keyboard.
Why are Microsoft going in the opposite direction when competitors are thinning? In fact, in order to increase flexibility, it is simply a deformed form.
Last year, Surface Book was unable to flip the screen and use the cradle as a support for Lenovo's Yoga because the hinges were thin. When the flat part is disassembled and flipped on the base, it can be easily deformed. It is still very good to watch videos and play games.
In addition, this design also allows the Surface Book to retain a more comprehensive interface, including two USB 3.0, a USB-C, a Mini DisplayPort and an SD card slot, will not be able to use the new MacBook Pro like Apple will not be able to use the Hub .
There is no change in the flat section
The surface section of the Surface Book 2016 is almost the same as last year. It supports pressure-sensitive operation and the use of stylus pens. It is suitable for artistic creation, design, and drawing. The 13.5-inch, high-resolution, 3000-by-2,000 pixel screen is very clear and visually stunning.
Enhanced performance but still not a VR gaming computer
Although the Surface Book 2016 has upgraded the Intel Core i7 processor, it is worth noting that it is not the latest Kaby Lake and is still the sixth-generation Skylake.
In addition, it is also equipped with Nvidia GTX 965m graphics card, graphics performance is stronger, you can run some basic 3D games. VR? Sorry, the Surface Book 2016 is actually a hybrid. Of course, maybe Microsoft's own VR platform will be compatible next year, but hopefully not.
In terms of overall performance, the Surface Book i7 2016 is still slightly inferior to the ultrabook, mainly because the processor is not quad-core, GeekBench 3 multi-core score is 7377 points, slightly inferior to the Dell XPS 13 and Razer Blade Stealth, but strong Apple's new MacBook Pro.
summary
The Surface Book 2016 model is basically just optimized for the base design, can support the form of viewing, and the overall performance is also more powerful. However, it also made it more expensive, starting at about $2,399 (about RMB16,400), and even surpassing the basic version of the new MacBook Pro, which is its biggest drawback.
If you do not consider the mixed experience of tablet + notebook, do not need stylus, Dell and other Windows Ultrabook is actually a more affordable choice.
Source: cnet
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