Back in October, Microsoft launched Windows 11, the latest version of its highly popular operating system. With the rollout of significant software, we also get the new hardware to enjoy the OS to its fullest potential. The first of presumably more releases from Microsoft is the Surface Laptop Studio.
We will use this post to review the new laptop's general design, specs, and performance and tell you how it can be used to accommodate the modern workplace. While the new Surface Studio is an excellent option for gaming and entertainment purposes, we will keep this post strictly business-related.
The Surface Laptop Studio's Hybrid Design
The most striking feature you will notice is the hybrid 3-in-1 design right out of the box. You can detach the bottom half of the 14.4 inches, 197 PPI touch display with two magnetically locked resting positions.
You can move the screen to a 45-degree angle covering the key
board from the traditional laptop position, leaving the highly intuitive trackpad exposed and ready to use. This unique position sets the laptop apart from anything else on the market.
You can also take the screen a step further, laying it flat in a tablet position.
Most Impressive Features
Our favorite aspect of the Surface Laptop Studio is the innovative display. Not only are you able to enjoy the screen in 3 different positions, but the true-to-life color and contrast PixelSense Flow touch screen also features smooth scrolling with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.
To utilize the display to its fullest potential, we highly recommend using the Surface Slim Pen 2. Drawing on the touchscreen is much more realistic; every stroke is realized with a vibration giving the experience a pen-to-paper feel. In addition, the pen magnetically attaches below the Surface Laptop Studio's trackpad for convenient access.
The unique position and compatibility with one of the best digital pens on the market make the laptop an excellent choice for creative professionals. If you have been hesitant to include a touchscreen display in your workflow, you may want to reconsider. The advancements in hardware and intuitive software make for an incredibly accurate experience.
Performance
Microsoft's most powerful Surface release to date is available with Intel Core i5 and i7 processors. You can also choose 16GB or 32GB of memory and 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD.
Designers will be more than happy with the award-winning Ampere, NVIDIA's 2nd generation GeForce RTX 3050 Ti laptop GPU. So, whether you are rendering graphics or enjoying them for entertainment, the Surface Laptop Studio is fully capable of handling the most complex visual effects in existence.
The new USB 4.0 ports with Thunderbolt 4 support offer seamless connectivity to components like an additional monitor, external hard drive, or Surface Dock 2.
Who Needs a Surface Laptop Studio?
The Surface Laptop Studio was designed with creators in mind. Its hybrid 3-in-1 functionalities and advanced touch screen capabilities cater explicitly to creative professionals. However, the laptop is also a solid choice to handle Microsoft 365 programs and collaborate on Teams.
Collaborate and Multitask with Windows 11
As Microsoft releases more products to complement Windows 11, the advantages of the new OS become more prevalent. Hybrid work and easy collaboration is at the heart of Microsoft's new vision for the future and is demonstrated in the latest Surface and Windows 11.
The 1080p webcam delivers a clear picture for video conferencing, and the new trackpad features allow you to navigate from documents to calls to entertainment easily.
We highly recommend the Surface Laptop Studio for creators looking for an intuitive pen-to-touch screen drawing experience. The different screen angles were specifically designed to handle long hours of digital penwork. Microsoft's latest Surface is also an excellent choice for work (especially for Microsoft 365 users) and extracurricular activities.
To purchase a suitable Surface Laptop Studio for your business's unique needs, the team at Makios can help. You can call us today at (915) 217-2500 or contact us to schedule a free consultation.
