Microsoft Surface Book 2 13.5 - i5-7300U, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Silver (HMW-00001)
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- Last seen at $52.82 at MetroMotive on Nov 11.
Our take on the Microsoft Surface Book 2 13.5 - i5-7300U, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Silver (HMW-00001)
The Surface Book 2 13.5 is a detachable 2-in-1: a magnesium-alloy laptop whose screen lifts off to become a tablet. This base model pairs a 7th-gen Intel Core i5-7300U with 8GB RAM and a 256GB SSD, driving a 3000 x 2000 PixelSense touchscreen in a taller 3:2 shape. The hinge and build feel sturdier than most convertibles, and the screen is sharp and color-accurate, but the dual-core chip and integrated HD 620 graphics are modest next to later Surface devices and rivals with quad-core chips. It suits writers, students and office users who want one device for typing and pen work; it is not a machine for gaming or heavy video editing.
- Detachable screen turns the laptop into a tablet
- Sharp 3000 x 2000 PixelSense display with a 3:2 aspect ratio
- Rigid magnesium-alloy body and a firm hinge
- 10-point touch and Surface Pen support
- Full Windows 10 Pro, not a mobile OS
- Dual-core 7th-gen i5 trails later quad-core laptops
- Integrated HD 620 graphics limit gaming and 3D work
- 8GB RAM and 256GB storage are modest for the class
- Heavy and bulky as a tablet
- Surface Pen sold separately
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What reviewers say
Owners praise the screen, the solid build and the flexibility of the detachable design. The common complaints are the weight in tablet mode, the modest performance of the dual-core i5 and the cost of accessories.
- DisplayPraisedOwners call the 3000 x 2000 screen sharp and bright, and like the taller 3:2 shape for documents.
- BuildPraisedThe magnesium body and firm hinge are described as solid and premium.
- PerformanceCriticisedThe dual-core i5 and 8GB RAM are seen as modest for heavy multitasking or creative work.
- Tablet weightCriticisedReviewers say the screen is heavy and awkward to hold once detached.
- AccessoriesMixedPen support is welcome, but buyers note the Surface Pen is sold separately.
- PortsMixedSome owners find the port selection limited for a laptop this size.
About the Microsoft Surface Book 2 13.5 - i5-7300U, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Silver (HMW-00001)
The Microsoft Surface Book 2 is a 2-in-1 detachable laptop with a 13.5-inch PixelSense touchscreen. Use it as a traditional laptop, or detach the screen and use it as a tablet. The body is made of magnesium alloy in a silver finish.
The display is an IPS touchscreen with a 3:2 aspect ratio and 10-point multi-touch. It works with Surface Pen, which is sold separately. Inside are an Intel Core i5-7300U processor, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD, and it runs Windows 10 Pro.
It has a 5.0MP front camera and an 8.0MP autofocus rear camera, both with 1080p HD video. Audio comes from dual stereo speakers with Dolby Audio Premium and dual far-field microphones. For security, it has a TPM 2.0 chip and Windows Hello face sign-in.
- Model
- HMW-00001
- Form factor
- 2-in-1 detachable laptop/tablet
- Material
- Magnesium alloy
- Color
- Silver
- Display
- 13.5-inch PixelSense IPS touchscreen, 3000 x 2000 pixels, 3:2 aspect ratio, 10-point multi-touch
- Pen support
- Compatible with Surface Pen (sold separately)
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-7300U, 2.6 GHz base clock, up to 3.5 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology
- Graphics
- Intel HD Graphics 620
- Memory
- 8GB LPDDR3
- Storage
- 256GB SSD
- Operating system
- Windows 10 Pro
- Cameras
- Front: 5.0MP, 1080p HD video. Rear: 8.0MP autofocus, 1080p HD video
Questions and answers
- Can the screen be used on its own as a tablet?
- Yes. The display detaches from the keyboard base and runs as a Windows tablet. The base holds the larger battery and most ports, so tablet time is shorter.
- Does it come with a Surface Pen?
- No. The Surface Pen is sold separately, though the screen supports it with 10-point touch.
- Is it good for gaming?
- No. The Intel HD Graphics 620 is integrated, so it handles light and older titles only, not modern games.
- Can the RAM or storage be upgraded?
- No. The 8GB LPDDR3 memory is soldered and the 256GB SSD is not user-replaceable, so buy the capacity you need.
- How does it compare with the Surface Pro?
- The Book 2 has a rigid laptop hinge and a stiffer keyboard, while the Pro is lighter and more tablet-first. The Book is the better typing machine; the Pro is easier to carry.
- What is in the box?
- The tablet, the keyboard base and a power supply. The Pen and a mouse are not included.
- Where is the Microsoft Surface Book 2 13.5 - i5-7300U, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Silver (HMW-00001) cheapest?
- At MetroMotive, for $52.82, as of our latest check.
