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Microsoft Surface 2

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User ratings:
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Pros

  • Microsoft made almost everything about the device better
  • rich
  • vibrant colours

Cons

  • RT devices are a rare and endangered breed with a brutal track record
  • Trying to use apps in IE tabs is a clunky
  • messy process

Key specs

  • 2 GB
  • 4
  • IPS, TFT
  • 10.6 in
  • 1920, 1080 px
  • 208 ppi
  • 3.5 Mpx
  • yes

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Microsoft Surface 2 - Pros & Cons

Microsoft Surface 2

Pros

  • Microsoft made almost everything about the device better
  • rich
  • vibrant colours
  • excellent viewing angles and ample brightness
  • nice and crisp
  • It captures clear
  • colorful images with lots of detail
  • the hardware improvements here serve it well
  • popular and good a bit easier
  • runs smoothly and looks great on
  • Microsoft Surface 2 is great for getting work done

Cons

  • RT devices are a rare and endangered breed with a brutal track record
  • Trying to use apps in IE tabs is a clunky
  • messy process
  • need more pixels to be a great display
  • the Surface 2 is not a killer Office machine
  • no email service can overcome a bad domain name
  • neither are particularly adept at taking photos
  • its Windows RT operating system was still in its infancy and had few killer apps
  • Surface 2 is only available with 64GB of storage at present
  • screen was clearly visible at only half brightness
  • Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue

Microsoft Surface 2 - Technical Overview

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IconCPU Frequency
1.7 GHz
Best:
Wacom Cintiq Companion
CPU Frequency: 3 GHz
IconCPU Cores
4
Best:
IconPixel density
208 ppi
Best:
Hisense VIDAA Mirror
Pixel density: 431 ppi
IconScreen size
10.6 in
Best:
Planar Helium PCT2785
Screen size: 27 in

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Microsoft Surface 2 - Full Specifications

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Display
Display technology
  • IPS
  • TFT
Screen size10.6 in
Resolution1920 x 1080 px
Pixel density208.0 ppi
Touchscreenyes
Additional display supportyes
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Design
Colour of productSilver
Scratch resistant glassyes
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Storage
Maximum memory card size64.0 GB
Memory card supported
  • microSD
  • microSDHC
  • microSDXC
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Camera
Rear camerayes
Front camerayes
Rear resolution3.5 Mpx
Front resolution5.0 Mpx
Video resolution1080p
Autofocusyes
Geo-taggingyes
Flashyes
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Network
Wi-Fiyes
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Dimensions
Height10.81 in
Width6.79 in
Depth0.35 in
Weight23.81 oz
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Technical details
Operating systemWIndows RT
RAM memory2 GB
CPU Cores4
CPU Frequency1.7 GHz
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Ambient light sensoryes
Gyroscopeyes
Digital compassyes
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Connectivity
USByes
Type of USBMicro-USB
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
Charging connectionProprietary
Headphone connection3.5mm
DLNAyes
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Power
Battery typeLi-Ion
Battery life10.0 h

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Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft - Editorial Reviews (26)

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Microsoft Surface 2 Surface Laptop 2 review: Microsoft's sleeker answer to the MacBook Air
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the Guardian
Published: 23.10.2018
Surface Laptop 2 review: Microsoft's sleeker answer to the MacBook Air

This slim, powerful machine is the finest example of what a Windows laptop should be. If only it came with USB-C

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 Review: Sleek New Paint, Same Old Ports
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 12.11.2018
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 Review: Sleek New Paint, Same Old Ports
4.0

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 2 oozes elegance, but it's only a slight upgrade over last year’s model. It has strong performance and a vivid display, but really needs new ports to get with the times and could use faster storage.

Microsoft Surface 2 Surface Go 2 review: Core m3 makes all the difference, but it's just barely enough
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Windows Central
Published: 13.05.2020
Surface Go 2 review: Core m3 makes all the difference, but it's just barely enough
4.0

While it still starts at $399, the Surface Go 2 only becomes impressive with the more expensive Core m3 processor. Luckily, it's a huge difference and gives new life to this mini Surface Pro.

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: A capable 2-in-1 PC, but at a price
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The Indian Express
Published: 08.12.2020
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: A capable 2-in-1 PC, but at a price
4.0

Review: Microsoft Surface Go 2 is the perfect device for someone like a blogger or author. Here's our verdict of the new Windows 10 2-in-1.

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: Small but mighty
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Android Authority
Published: 18.07.2021
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: Small but mighty

The Surface Go 2 is more affordable but is it as good as Microsoft's premium tablets? Find out more in this Microsoft Surface Go 2 review.

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 review: An ultraportable dream
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Alphr
Published: 18.10.2018
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 review: An ultraportable dream

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 2 had a lot to answer for when it was finally unveiled at Microsoft’s Surface event in October. Last year’s ultraportable device was sleek, stylish and truly wonderful in so many ways, except for

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface 2 review
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The Verge
Published: 20.10.2013
Microsoft Surface 2 review

It's business time

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Expert Reviews
Published: 09.05.2014
Microsoft Surface 2 review
4.0

Vastly better hardware, but Windows RT 8.1 still feels too restrictive

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 (Core i5, 256 GB) Laptop Review
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Notebookcheck
Published: 04.01.2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 (Core i5, 256 GB) Laptop Review
4.3

We have tested the current Surface Laptop 2 from Microsoft, now equipped with a quad-core processor.

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Go 2 review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 07.06.2021
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review
4.0

The Microsoft Surface Go 2's upgrades make it shine with all day battery life

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 2 Reviews, Pricing, Specs
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Engadget
Microsoft Surface Pro 2 Reviews, Pricing, Specs
3.9

Get the pros and cons, key specs, and reviews of the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 from users, Engadget editors, and other tech reviewers.

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Go 2 review | Stuff
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stuff.tv/my/
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review | Stuff

The ideal work-from-home hybrid

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: Same size, bigger ambition | IT PRO
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IT PRO
Published: 08.06.2020
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: Same size, bigger ambition | IT PRO
5.0

Microsoft’s new budget 2-in-1 is a refined and beautifully portable success

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 review
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TechRadar
Published: 29.07.2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 review
4.5

A sleek, strong and silent sequel

Microsoft Surface 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 22.02.2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 Review
4.0

Much the same as the original, Microsoft's Surface Laptop 2 remains a sleek ultraportable with a top-notch build, a stellar screen, and a very long-lasting battery. Add a port or two, and it would be a superstar.

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