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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

Processor
Intel Core i7-1265U
Everyday speed
Smooth everyday multitasking
Graphics
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Gaming
Not built for gaming
Memory
16 GB
Storage
512 GB SSD
Screen
13.5" 2K
Weight
1.27 kg (2.8 lb)
Battery (maker claim)
Up to 8 hours
Operating system
Windows 11 Pro

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 at a glance

  • Performance

    Smooth everyday multitasking

    Quick for everyday work, even with plenty of tabs and apps open.

  • Gaming

    Not built for gaming

    Fine for casual browser games, not much more.

  • Display

    13.5-inch screen

    Sharp text and photos.

  • Battery life

    Up to 8 hours (maker claim)

    Plan on charging during the day.

  • Portability

    1.27 kg (2.8 lb)

    Easy to carry all day.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 full specifications

Performance

Quick for everyday work, even with plenty of tabs and apps open.

ProcessorIntel Core i7-1265U
CPU cores10
Core types2 performance + 8 efficiency
Threads12
Max boost clock4.8 GHz
Cache12 MB
Processor base power15 W
Manufacturing processIntel 7
GraphicsIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory (RAM)16 GB
Memory typeLPDDR5
Maximum memory16 GB
Storage512 GB
Storage typeSSD
Storage interfaceSerial ATA

Screen

Expect sharp text and photos.

Screen size13.5"
Resolution2K (2256 x 1504)
PanelLCD
TouchscreenYes

Battery and size

Plan on charging during the day. Easy to carry all day.

Battery life (maker claim)Up to 8 hours
Battery capacity40 Wh
Weight1.27 kg (2.8 lb)
Dimensions307 x 224 x 14.5 mm (12.09 x 8.82 x 0.57 in)
ColorPlatinum
Colors availablePlatinum

Ports and wireless

Wi-FiWi-Fi 5

Features

KeyboardChiclet

Software and model

Windows 11 Pro adds business tools like BitLocker encryption.

Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Specs from Microsoft's published product information. Makers revise hardware between production runs, so check the part number before you buy. Spotted an error? Let us know.