Surface Laptop Studio Review: Rebooting The Laptop
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[SURFACE LAPTOP STUDIO REVIEW]
I learned something about myself this week - and tell me if you think it applies to you as well. When it comes to my tech, I like devices that change state.
A wearable camera whose remote turns into a tripod (Insta360 Go2); a drone that collapses to be carried (DJI Mavic Air); a phone that converts into a tablet, or a pocket square (Samsung Galaxy Fold / Flip). To me, tech is at its most exciting when it can physically change based on my needs at the time.
Microsoft is no stranger to that approach, having kicked out three generations of its Surface Book over the past half decade or so - and I’ve just spent a week with the convertible that replaces it. On today’s MrMobile video, Michael Fisher reviews the Surface Laptop Studio, a Windows 11 PC that can transform into your digital drafting table … or a top-notch TH-cam tablet ... when it’s not busy bring a (pretty pricey) conventional laptop.
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"Man, I really wish my laptop had fewer ports" - absolutely nobody
Yeah my thoughts exactly , my old think pad has 9 ports ...... not counting the charge port .
in some ways modern tech devices are just garbage compared to what you got with the oldies.
@@mikldude9376 we don’t want 9 ports. Just give us 2usb c + usb a + sd card reader+ hdmi and we’ll be fine
Yeah, in day to day use I feel that lack of ports is often a bigger annoyance than more obvious things like less power.
@@mikldude9376 Not to mention the screws hidden behind fancy stickers on this. Current consumer technology has gone too far.
@@rajat1960 hdmi?
"I've never experienced a build of Windows that felt as cohesive and complete as Windows XP Service Pack 2". I see you are a man of culture as well 😄
Great video as always!
Spot on there. XP Pro is the best version of Windows to date and, to me anyways, the only truly great version of Windows
@@eastwood4 7 ultimate SP2 was also pretty good
Like I said in my main comment, they're usually pretty good every other major release. 98, XP, 7, and 10, in my opinion, were pretty great for their time. The ones that came between those, ME, Vista, and 8 we're terrible and now 11 is starting out on that same trend. I have a feeling we'll talk about 12 the way we do 98, XP, and 7 and 11 will be remembered as another flop.
@@Matanumi Agreed 👍 7 Ultimate is solidly #2 on my list
Nah, Win 7 was imo.
8:23 He also watches LGR, nice!
Greetings
Not only watches
th-cam.com/video/xjb42QwsM5I/w-d-xo.html
They both do retro tech
Looks like THE ideal laptop for engineering students. Being able to use the same device with a dedicated GPU for taxing design and simulation software applications AND note taking as opposed to using 2 different Devices should convince many to make the purchase.
Remove features so they can sell other products for those same features. Removing the ports? "here, buy our surface dock," kinda like how apple removed the headphone jack, then 26 minutes later introduced the airpods.
Thanks. You eliminated this machine for me when choosing my next biz laptop. I need it outside mainly, so yeah - NITS are important for me, and low reflection. I need processing power for videos though, which is what I'm concentrating on. I love your videos though, they are helpful.
Maybe wait like 2 days to see if the new MacBooks fit your lifestyle when announced
True. Dell Xps 13, HP elite are better options for that matter. If you still want surface line, Surfa e laptop 4 can be considered.
@Kiel Enrique is LoL not available for Apple silicon yet?
I was about to recommend you a ThinkPad X1 Carbon. But lol, they pair a 10th gen i7 with LPDDR3 RAM.
So yeah, as Karthik said, you should consider a Dell XPS or an HP Elite.
@@adeetard2545 MBs are garbage: no touch screen, pen support, 1080p webcam, face unlock, 2-in-1 design, 180degree screen, detechable screen, upgradabilty, etc. And lets not forgot all the class-action lawsuits: keyboards, thermal throttling, green screens, connectivity, and in 2021 cracked screens.
Love the shoutout to Brad Colbow, he has a bunch of really excellent tech reviews catered towards artists
“A bigger oh-no is in I/O though” … very clever 🤣 Thanks for sharing your review in this thorough video. I’m very much looking forward to your Surface Duo 2 review!
WHY did they polarize the display the wrong way!? that's infuriating, especially for folks who like to study/work outside.
laptops should always be polarized for landscape, and phones for portrait
Because in Microsoft's delusional, fart sniffing, focus group addled minds, they expect you're going to be using this thing in portrait mode with the pen. God forbid you should want to get actual work done.
@Scott Collins is art not actual work now? Seems like they are mainly targeting artists
@@michaelmartin2150 im pretty sure artists typically work in landscape, though. most, if not all, art programs and graphics tablets are designed in landscape
5:48 sorry Michael, I love you, but that looked hilariously ridiculous walking with that thing😂😂😂
Really glad for the shout out to Brad. His review is really fun to watch for artists
He reviews like, tons of tablets for people in need, every kind of apples, samsungs, surfaces etc.
Was really wanting a SB4. I have a 2 that I've use as my daily for work PC for years. Regularly pull the tablet mode off to show something to someone at another desk. And used it for gaming, like Overwatch, while traveling. I wanted an up-to-date modern spec version of that. This thing seems a bit much, with not enough on the inside.
I dunno, I have the SB3 and whilst I like the detachable screen, it's really cumbersome when I have apps open that are using the GPU (as you need to close them). It seems so much better that you can just flip it.
I agree, I've had a 2 for a few years now (and probably will for a few years more). But it seems this direction Microsoft has gone has shown me the next place to go isn't the Studio, its their Pro line which has really stepped up to the plate.
@Brian, I can see why it would disappoint some SB users, but having using the SB1 to SB3, and now on the SLS, this new design is SO much better for my use. I use it in 'tablet' mode literally every day, and switching between modes is just so much more convenient on the SLS. Before you often had to close dGPU apps and disconnect peripherals when switching modes, the latch would fail to open some times, and I had had to do that awkward dance of removing the screen, flipping it around, and aligning it with the tabs. Sometimes it'd take 15-30 seconds just to quickly switch modes. On the SLS it takes literally one second, so I find myself switching between modes much more often. I feel like it fulfills the original promise of the Surface Books much better.
I also get better battery life than out of the 15" SB3 despite the smaller battery for everyday lightweight tasks. And the inking experience is much better, and the pen won't get lost because of the super strong magnet and position. Gaming is also roughly comparable with the 15" SB3 in a smaller device, plus RTX benefits, so I'm happy with it considering how few 2-in-1s have dedicated GPUs
Of course it's not as good if you really need the lightweight tablet. But for me tablet mode was mostly for writing notes or editing images on a desk, or watching movies in bed or on the couch, where the weight doesn't matter.
I've also tried the Asus Flow X13, BT the way, which offers much of the same stuff with a better spec'd Ryzen, but it's not nearly as pleasant to use or pretty, the keyboard is worse, it's louder, it gets warmer, the display is inferior, and the performance improvement isn't noticeable in everyday use for me. The SLS has its flaws, but it's nearly perfect for me.
@Brian what's your battery life on that machine? Bought mine in 2018 and battery life tanked to around 4 hours...
I also have a SB2 15" and love it. My battery is pretty compromised, otherwise it still runs like a charm. I love the detachable tablet, but think I would like the SLS approach better where you can more fluidly switch between modes. I agree with you about the internals -- the middling cpu is the main reason I didn't buy the SLS and I'm hoping an update improves on that. Meantime, my good old SB2 is doing what I need it to do, as long as I'm near an outlet!
*Me* : Looking for a Surface review...
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*Me* : No, I said, a proper review!
*MrMobile* : Here you go.
Got the i7 RTX version its awesome! Nice to finally see what Windows 11 is all about on a device made to run every feature! Thanks for your review.
Love your reviews Michael, best out there. Always, honest, unbiased and to the point. Always engaging reviews.
I completely agree with your point of liking tech that changes state! I bought an LG wing to try it out and I've been using it more than my note 20 ultra this week
@0:35 WAIT WAIT WAIT
*it can fold backwards?!*
You're literally the first one who's shown that.
Good for showing people something without them coming over
not really, seen it it quite a few videos here on youtube
@@Dare2Blink I haven't seen anyone like MKBHD etc show it do that
@@TechDove true but a lot of smaller channels have shown it. Oh by the way MKBHD is not very good at all with regards to doing good laptop reviews.
Awesome video, as always. But yikes, that sponsorship.
Please do not use betterhelp again.
Why not betterhelp?
Hats off to you and Jerryrigeverything. The only two TH-camrs not to do an unboxing on the Pixel. All about the reviews and not the views.
Always giving a second view without the distraction of the chat from the premiere, great review as always, as you mentioned, price is a big factor even with the extra features this design offers.
I love the fact of seeing the differences of the approach you and David made for example.
Video liked as always
Finally, 1080p on a laptop webcam! It can be done! The Surface Studio definitely appeals to the artist in me…Brad Colbow demonstrated how I might use it. I agree with you wholeheartedly about Windows XP SP 2 (RIP). Does that make me an old?
Great review as always. Really looking forward to the Duo review. I'm hoping for good things.
8:37 i love his way with words
5:19 this type of shot always makes me anxious!! 🤣
Always jump on your videos for the delivery! Keep it up my dude
Mr. Fischer, I would love to have you include repairability as a footnote for laptops. I have tried to repair a sleek Microsoft decide previously and it was a nightmare! Just some food for thought.
It's why I like older laptops. It's easier to repair and supports the #RightToRepair movement
It's 4:40 am in India right but by all means Captain 2 Phones takes priority, I love watching the stuff I'll never buy 😇
me too 🤣🤣😂🌿
Although it doesn't matter but you stole My comment
One of my favorite things about my Surface Book 2 is being able to pick up, and walk off with the light, thin screen and walk around my house. Unfortunately, this build gets rid of that on an even bigger platform. Hoping we'll still see a Surface Book 4 down the line
Sadly the book has likely been removed from the line up indefinitely, this device isn't that much bigger in my opinion though, still a solid choice from any competition out there for this kind of style of a device and dedicated GPU
Now your only option is ipad running sidecar… not sure what the range from the laptop is though
Damn this looks perfect for me if it wouldn't be so expensive.
I'm needing a full laptop experience for studying, coding and just consuming content however, I also take all my notes digitally and love to use a pen when editing photos. I'm still wondering if there might be another alternative for my use case.
Great video tho!
Nice review! I've been on the fence about this as an upgrade from a Surface Book 2 15" If the cpu was a little more powerful, I'd buy it in a second. The gpu is fine (I'm not a gamer, and from my experience with the SB2, I just need a little gpu oomph for the 2d and 3d applications I use). I really do love the flow of the form -- the easy transition to studio mode is something I'd use a lot. I use the stylus a lot too, and that's beautifully implemented.
After almost 5 years with the Surface Book 2, I've been very happy with it. I love the removable screen and use it regularly. Because the larger battery and gpu are in the keyboard, that means the huge screen is magically lightweight. But it also means it gets hot, it slows down in any gpu-using software, and the battery life is extremely short. The SLS addresses these issues very elegantly.
This review has convinced me. I'm not upgrading my Surfacebook 2 to this. Its going to be the SurfacePro 8. A proper 2 in one I can do Photoshop on and most likley, some gaming like Warhammer Total War 2.
Can't wait for your review Mr.Mobile of the SurfacePro 8 to see what you think of it!!
I have a base i5 8gb surface 8 it's way faster than I expected. My old surface couldn't do anything lmao. It even runs bf4 1440x960 (half screen res) on low at like 50-90fps. The 120hz screen makes games look amazing.
@@memememine1 that's really good to hear!! When my surface dies I'm not gonna lie, I'm looking forward to the upgrade to the Pro!
You can go for Asus ROG Flow x13
Same! Thanks for saying this, I'm going to keep my surface 4 until it dies, even limited is pretty brilliant at most of the things.
@@Akash-Watched That's a nice laptop but I really have fallen in love with the two-in-one design of the surface series.
0:38 hey that's awesome!
I like how you are really trying with many things but especially with the ads. It is clear that a lot of effort has been put into them when many neglect them in their videos.
I like how much he is featuring LGR! I am also a huge fan. =)
B ROLL had me on edge. Eagerly awaiting some bloopers with laptops falling to their doom.
Brad colbow does great reviews , glad you saw it
Am I nuts or wasn't betterhelp that company that didn't even do background checks on their staff to see if they are licensed professionals?
in 2013 I had the Sony Vaio Flip which has the same flipping screen design. Loved that machine
that kinda hinge has already been a thing on the acer conceptd ezel series - love the idea and implementation there, it's just heavier.
the pen is also integrated there, better io, better gpu options... it's just acer. sadly.
Sadly why exactly? Acer isn't a trash brand.
Yup. Base model 14" Ezel is basically the same thing, but only costs 1200$ because Acer's not overcharging
@@mini9503 However, it's much more bulky, only has FullHD resolution, 8gb of RAM, older processor (-> 33% less gpu power) and only 60Hz screen.
@@Zockshadow Correction: it has the same weight, anti-glare matte screen, better professional ports, 16gb RAM, 6-Core CPU (+50% more cpu power), basically same gpu, has better angles for drawing, and is $1000 cheaper than a knock-off.
@@mini9503 can you provide a link please? What I described was the base model in germany for 1200 €
Seems like you are referring to a different base model.
Nice to see @Brad Colbow get a shout out!
Outstanding review and those conclusions line where perfect. It describes perfectly the vibe of this product. Thank you.
A man that keeps the start menu on the left in windows is a man of culture
The audio demo on both machines was just... damn Michael.
Love the XP Rolling Hills wallpaper. 😂
Thanks for the vids too. Very easy to watch and the nostalgia is always a nice side mission.
That polarization issue is honestly embarrassing....
I'd bet Michael Fisher played with Transformers when he was a child ... ;)
My favourite reviewers back with a laptop review
This will be fun
love the way he talked and calmness of this video review.. if the USB-IF could push out the next usb c protocols of 240w data & charge information and the OEMs can move on with the R&D and implementation use of the 240w usb c protocols.. the potential use for next surface laptop studio would be awesome... and also something similar for the pc handhelds like the gpd win 3...
You manage to cover the niche points that everyday users care about (screen polarisation)
fyi, Better help has been recently enveloped in contraversy. With many people saying their programs arnt effective.
9:36 Michael, I don't know where you get off trying to tell me that thing's not a chonk.
no SD card slot is a real shame...
I have an Asus Zenbook Duo (not the Pro) and I have a 512GB SD card sitting in it 24/7 effectively doubling more storage. My love for media certain fills it up, but it also allows to keep the main drive less than half capacity, prolonging the life of this heavily used laptop (easily 8 hours everyday).
I dare say the SD card reader is the most under rated feature of most smart phones & laptops that still offer it. The only reason they would remove such a feature is the same as apple.. forcing us to pay more to increase storage (or rent cloud storage, which is never ideal compared to an SD)
I do rent cloud storage on OneDrive just 100GB as an on the go back up.
SD cards die much faster when you use it that way so make sure you have it all backed up. Extra M.2 slot or mSATA on motherboard would be a much better option since it takes almost same amount of space as SD card reader.
:o man, i cant imagine a phone having a hard disc drive. Nokia n91 had one, thats weirdly cool
This looks like a lovechild of the 16 inch (sides) and the old 15 inch (keyboard deck) MacBook Pro
Excellent
Informative review as always! Looking forward to your Duo 2 review, hopefully the money I've spent on preordering it is well placed 😩🙏
Of course you mention the Duo 2 review looming over the horizon right as I mention the 1 with you on Twitter lol, looking forward to seeing what you think of it even if I can’t reasonably get it for a long time
Thanks for this review. It felt neutral, unbiased, and fair. The addition of relevant information with all the pros and cons of the device make it even better. Good day. (edited: typos)
“I love technology that can change shape”. May I introduce you to…. The Transformers? 😆
3:28 - that segue was smoooth af!
8:30 This. For anyone who used windows xp service pack 2 and service pack 3, we know what he's talking abt. Man i loved that OS.
Usually my comments are a little more Tech based, but for this one, can I just say that this is a very sexy Machine? I know it's not value for money and not very capable either, but man, I really love how sleek it looks.
I really like the design of this one. I don't need a new laptop just yet, but I'm really hoping cheaper devices with the flexible hinge come to fruition by the time I do.
Nice to see Brad Colbow getting some more recognition!
I was really hoping for a spec upgraded surface book, I like the form factor better. Still undecided if I like this or not and if it would be practical 🤔
Its not really possible to upgrade the cpu of the Surface book because of the cpu being in the screen portion of the device, you could only upgrade the GPU. I just sold my SB2 a week ago to get this device, because I have no doubt it will be far, far more usefull. With the SB it takes to long and its too inconvenient to switch modes, not to mention that times it fails to do so on the first attempt, and the times it disconnected by mistake. This device literaly takes a second to switch modes and will never fail to do so, this alone makes it worth it. Of course the trade off is that there is no more tablet mode but that was incredibly rare to use anyway, therefore the benefits far outweigh the only drawback.
Great video as always. I'd love to see a video of your opinions and critiques of Windows 11 as well as your history/experiences with the Windows operating system. Sounds like you'd have some great stories to tell.
The moment you transformed it I went all "Ooooooooooooooooh"
It looks almost like magic, and I wonder why no other companies haven't thought of this?
Others have tried but microsoft has done it better. After decades of being number one, they have enough R&D resources to dabble into these crazy form factors. It's been a hit and miss but I freaking love how whether or not an iteration actually works, most people find themseleves in awe. In a disorientingly saturated market, Surface products are a breath of fresh air. Fucking expensive though LOL
It's FAR too expensive for the included CPU and GPU (not to mention the lack of ports and underpowered charger). Had they done better in those areas I would have seriously considered one. It's beautiful, but unfortunately nowhere near competitive in value.
I just got into star wars squadrons and man that game looks and plays amazing even on a keyboard and mouse set up.
Bro...this machine is reminiscent to the Acer Aspire R13 with it's Ezel Hinge, it's just a improved version of that
Your reviews are top notch!
Fabric below the hinge. I think by year 2 of frequent screen position changing will cause issues
2:42 How can a 2021 laptop not have skip button wtf Like if you need space drop the previous and stop button, but next and play/pause is a must!
Same reason MBs don't have touch screens, pen support, microSD slots, HDMI ports, face unlock, 1080p webcams, ungradability, 2-in-1 designs, 180degree screens, detechable screens, etc.
@@RK-um9tu Let me just copy-paste my argument from another thread.
Yeah, except the 1080p webcams, all of your arguments fall flat. Windows 10 or even 11 aren't particularly good with touchscreens, so, yeah, that's why I didn't both to buy a laptop with touch screens, pen support, 2-in-1 designs, 180 degree screens and detachable screens. About face unlock, it's only present in a handful of laptops and sometimes fails to recognise my face. Upgradability?? Surfaces themselves aren't upgradable bi*ch. MicroSD Slots?? Never used them on my old laptop. HDMI? Sorry, I can just do Airplay.
I have it and love it so far
am i onlyone, who try to find star trek references in every mr mobile video? :D
You are doing a wonderful job...
5:17 my anxiety could not cope with this clip. 😅😅
Can’t wait for that Duo 2 review
Great Video As Always!
Great review as always. I'm trying to figure out how your scrolling experience looks so much smoother than mine.
Incredible review, as usual. I need to figure out what controls he was using to play Star Wars Squadrons.
(8:15) Also that the "Pinned" section lacks support for folders and/or groups, so all my custom Start menu grouping from Windows 10 was lost, but then again, the laptop I installed it on is no longer my main and is instead my secondary PC where I also test pre-release and development versions of some apps, including running Windows development builds.
(0:45) "a Windows 11 PC" but the desktop background suggests Windows XP Tablet PC Edition. I can only imagine…
I bought a Belkin thunderbolt port hub if I ever need extra ports but I don't at all for what I use it for.
I had a Sony Vaio Flip 13 which used the same design
The moto razr 5g sitting there through half the video 👀👀
As with most Surface products I feel the concept is sound with the first iteration, but it's the 2nd and 3rd that will deliver fully on the promise... This one isn't for me but I am curious to see what the sequel can bring to the table.
Good review sir ,
for me the less than good display for viewing in brighter conditions is a deal breaker , and a pity no SD card , and just ok speakers.
They need to do better .
When i see a youtuber review a computer, and doesn't install any apps, i call bullshit.
Great Review!
I'm not where I'd need to be in terms of funds to get this, art student, but a such a pleasantly designed laptop, that's powerful enough for basic gaming, to which I can connect my big boy drawing monitor, as well as use as a sketchbook when I'm on the go... It's definitely a good proposition. Price and I/O are the only drawbacks I can think of, but I do only use one full sized USB device in my workflow, if anything, the USB type C will lead to be using fewer cables when connecting the previously mentioned display. Hopefully, the different drivers won't mess with each other.
Not as good as I was hoping it to be but then I guess it isn't for me anyway. Great video sir. REALLY looking forward to the Surface Duo 2 video.
loved the review and very pleased you got rid of that silly bloom wallpaper for Bliss for Windows XP haha. love it. so basically for the 2nd edition of the Laptop Studio Microsoft needs to bring back at least 1 USB-A , 1 SD card slot and really work on better offerings for CPU power include an ARM option.(base) 6 cores for intel chips minimum please!! there's your checklist of improvements Microsoft.
Wow brad got called out (in a good way) . Awesome
XP SP2 GANG , yeah!
The os kinda looks like Linux! I love it! I used to use a Linux laptop and it was great! So if I want a Linux like feeling os, but windows apps, this would be great
lack of media controls in the function row of windows laptops is a bigger miss than most manufacturers seem to think
Love my Surface Book 2 15”, aside from never using it as a tablet and wishing I saved £1000 and bought a Surface Laptop instead.
6:42 as some1 who like flags this makes me happy
8:46 chernobyl reference
Anyone remember those Sony Vaio's with the same design from 2013?
100% agree, xp sp2 is the finest Windows point ever