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The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 is an excellent laptop that offers cutting-edge design, high-end performance, and bright visuals, which can suit both the business and academic audiences. From the 12th Gen Intel processors to better battery life and sleek design, the Surface Laptop 5 is still one of the best laptops you can get.
Design and Build
The Surface Laptop 5 does not deviate from the design implemented in its previous versions: the device is thin and lightweight, and its body is made of aluminum alloy. The laptop comes in two screen sizes, 13. The two models are the 5-inch and the 15-inch, the latter being the Surface Hub; both of which come with PixelSense touchscreen displays with a 3:2 aspect ratio that presents more of the screen in the vertical axis for productivity. The design of the laptop is sleek, and uncluttered, and is available in a variety of colors which appeals to the aesthetic sensibilities of the users.
Display and Audio
The screen of the Surface Laptop 5 is one of its biggest strengths and it is the PixelSense display that provides a great color quality, high pixel density, and high brightness levels. The 3:2 aspect ratio is especially effective for activities such as typing documents, browsing the internet, and content generation because more content can fit on the screen than with wider-screen aspect ratios such as the 16:9 used in HD videos. The laptop also has Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Atmos for better sound experience when it comes to multimedia usage.
Performance and Battery Life
Equipped with 12th Generation Intel Core processors, the Surface Laptop 5 delivers great performance across multiple areas of usage – general use, creative use such as photo editing, and intensive use such as multitasking. The laptop comes equipped with up to 32 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of SSD storage which should be more than enough for most people. The battery life is enhanced to make sure that the laptop can get one through a day at work or school or up to 18 hours of use on a single charge.
Keyboard and Trackpad
The keyboard of Surface Laptop 5 is also comfortable and responsive with keys that are well spaced and with a good amount of key travel so typing on it is comfortable for long periods. The big glass trackpad is non-slippery and responsive for controlling the Windows interface and working on gestures.
Connectivity and Features
The laptop features the USB-C, USB-A, and a Surface Connect port that are used for charging and also for connecting the device to other peripherals. It also comes with Wi-Fi 6E, which means you get the best wireless connectivity available. Windows 11 is used on the laptop and comes with improved interface options such as Snap Layouts, Virtual Desktops, and improved touch and pen support for creativity.
Pros:
Slim and compact with the use of high quality materials
Bright PixelSense screen with the aspect ratio of 3:2
The laptop has a powerful performance with the 12th Generation Intel processors.
Long battery life and comfortable keyboard have become the two key factors that people pay most attention to.
Cons:
Limited port selection
The major disadvantage of the product is that it is relatively more expensive than some of the products offered by other companies.
Conclusion
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 is a versatile laptop that would suit any user’s needs and wants whether for work, school, or entertainment purposes. Although it is a bit expensive than most of the laptops in the market, the quality, performance, and the features that it has to offer makes it a good investment for those who are willing to spend a lot for a laptop.
