Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (2022)

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (2022)
ManufacturerMicrosoft
Product familySurface
Release dateOctober 2022;
3 years ago (2022-10)
Introductory priceUSD 1,299.99 to 2,399.99
DiscontinuedNo
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
(Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro or Windows 10 Pro for commercial models)
CPUIntel Core i5-1235U
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Core i5-1245U
Intel Core i7-1265U
Memory8, 16, or 32 GB LPDDR5x RAM
Memory slotsSoldered, not user-replaceable
Storage256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB removable SSD
Storage slots1 user-replaceable
DisplayScreen size: 13.5 inch or 15 inch
Panel type: PixelSense
Resolution: 2256 x 1504 (13.5 inch) or 2496 x 1664 (15 inch)
PPI: 201
Aspect ratio: 3:2
Touchscreen: 10-point multi-touch
Brightness: Up to 438 cd/m²
sRGB: 97.3 %
VRR: No
GraphicsIntel Iris Xe Graphics
SoundOmnisonic® Speakers with Dolby® Atmos®
Camera720p HD front-facing camera with Windows Hello Face Authentication
TouchpadGlass, responsive with good palm rejection
ConnectivityWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth 5.2
1 x USB-C with USB 4.0/Thunderbolt™ 4
1 x USB-A 3.1
Surface Connect port
Power60W power supply with additional 5W USB A charging Port
Battery46 Wh
KeyboardWhite backlight with three adjustment levels
ChassisColor: Platinum with Alcantara®, Sage, Matte Black, and Sandstone (13.5 inch); Platinum and Matte Black (15 inch)
Materials: Aluminum
Number padNo
Fingerprint readerNo
Facial recognitionYes, Windows Hello
PredecessorMicrosoft Surface Laptop 4
WebsiteMicrosoft

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The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (2022) is a premium ultraportable laptop available in 13.5-inch and 15-inch sizes. It features Intel 12th Gen U-series processors, integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, and a PixelSense touchscreen display with a 3:2 aspect ratio. The laptop is designed for general productivity tasks and offers a sleek, high-quality build with a variety of color options.[1]

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Surface Laptop 5 is equipped with the following processors[1]:

  • Intel Core i5-1235U with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache, and a max frequency of 4.4 GHz.
  • Intel Core i7-1255U with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache, and a max frequency of 4.7 GHz.
  • Intel Core i5-1245U with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache, and a max frequency of 4.4 GHz (commercial models).
  • Intel Core i7-1265U with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache, and a max frequency of 4.7 GHz (commercial models).

The processors are part of the Intel Evo platform, designed for thin and light laptops. They provide adequate performance for everyday tasks but are not suitable for demanding workloads. The U-series CPUs are limited in performance compared to the more powerful P-series or H-series processors found in some competitors.[2][3]

Benchmarks:

  • Geekbench 5: Single-Thread 1,199 points, Multi-Thread 6,533 points[3]
  • Cinebench R23: Single-Thread 1,134 points, Multi-Thread 7,727 points[3]

Graphics

The Surface Laptop 5 features integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics. This GPU is suitable for general productivity tasks and can handle simple games but struggles with graphically intensive tasks like video editing or 3D graphics.[3][4]

Benchmarks:

  • Basemark GPU: Overall Score 19,052[3]
  • 3DMark Fire Strike Graphics: 5015 Points[5]

Memory

The Surface Laptop 5 offers 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM. The 32GB option is only available on the 15-inch model. The memory is soldered and not user-replaceable, so users must choose their desired configuration at purchase.[1][3]

Benchmarks:

  • AIDA64 Memory Read: 67,398 MB/s[5]

Storage

The Surface Laptop 5 provides storage options of 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB PCIe Gen. 4 x4 NVMe SSDs. The SSD is user-replaceable, supporting M.2 2230 PCIe Gen 4 SSDs.[1][3]

Benchmarks:

  • Sequential Write Speed: 980.6 MB/s[3]
  • Sequential Read Speed: 2,695.1 MB/s[3]

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Surface Laptop 5 features a spacious keyboard with good key travel and feedback. The layout is generally good, though the up/down cursor keys are half-height. The keyboard is backlit with three levels of adjustment.[2][6]

Touchpad

The touchpad is made of glass, smooth, and tracks movements well. It is large enough for comfortable use, with good palm rejection and tactile buttons.[3][6]

Webcam

The Surface Laptop 5 is equipped with a 720p HD front-facing camera that supports Windows Hello facial recognition. The webcam provides excellent image quality with accurate colors and fine details.[3][4]

Microphone

The laptop includes dual far-field Studio Mics, capturing clear and natural voice quality with little background noise.[1]

Output Devices

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Display

The Surface Laptop 5 features a PixelSense touchscreen display with a 3:2 aspect ratio. The 13.5-inch model has a resolution of 2256 x 1504, while the 15-inch model has a resolution of 2496 x 1664. The display is sharp and well-calibrated but has a slow 60Hz refresh rate and poor reflection handling.[1][3]

Benchmarks:

  • Native Contrast: 1,376:1[3]
  • Maximum Brightness: 364 cd/m²[3]

Audio

The Surface Laptop 5 is equipped with Omnisonic® Speakers with Dolby® Atmos®. The speakers are positioned beneath the keyboard and are adequate for podcasts and video calls but lack power and richness.[2][5]

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Surface Laptop 5 supports Wi-Fi 6 via the internal 2x2 MIMO Intel AX201 card. There is no Wi-Fi 6E support.[1][2]

Bluetooth

The laptop features Bluetooth 5.2.[1]

USB

The Surface Laptop 5 includes the following USB ports[1]:

  • 1 x USB-C with USB 4.0/Thunderbolt™ 4
  • 1 x USB-A 3.1

Display Outputs

The USB-C port supports Thunderbolt 4, allowing connection to up to two 4k displays at 60Hz.[3]

Case

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The Surface Laptop 5 maintains the same sleek design as its predecessor, with an aluminum body that is both chic and lightweight. It is available in four colors for the 13.5-inch model and two colors for the 15-inch model. The Alcantara-clad model is prone to looking grimy over time.[1][4]

Maintenance

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The Surface Laptop 5 is relatively easy to open for SSD upgrades and repairs. However, the RAM is soldered and not user-replaceable.[2][3]

Cooling System

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The Surface Laptop 5 features a cooling system that includes fans, which are audible under load but not distracting. The keyboard gets warm but not uncomfortable.[5]

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Surface Laptop 5 comes with a 65-watt power supply that also offers a USB-A output for charging.[5]

Battery Life

The Surface Laptop 5 has a 46Wh battery, lasting around eight hours of light use, 5.2 hours of video playback, and 2 hours of gaming. The battery life is considered good but not exceptional.[3][6]

Biometrics

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The Surface Laptop 5 supports Windows Hello facial recognition for signing in but lacks a fingerprint scanner.[1]

Software

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The Surface Laptop 5 runs Windows 11 Home and comes with pre-installed applications like Clipchamp, Microsoft Office trial, Solitaire, Surface Diagnostic Toolkit, and Spotify.[3]

Accessories & Warranty

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The Surface Laptop 5 comes with a 65W power adapter and paperwork. Warranty details vary by region and retailer.[1]

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 is praised for its build quality, display, keyboard, and webcam but criticized for its limited battery life and poor reflection handling. It is considered a decent option for a Windows 11 laptop with simple specs, offering decent performance and a great keyboard. However, it has a dated design with a thick display bezel and is expensive to upgrade RAM and storage.[2][3][4][6]

Problems Summary

  • Limited performance ceiling due to U-series CPU.
  • Middling display compared to competitors with superior color coverage and refresh rates.
  • Limited port options for a 15-inch laptop.
  • Dated design with thick bezels.
  • Expensive to upgrade RAM and storage.
  • No Wi-Fi 6E support.
  • No discrete GPU option.

Community Reception

Overall Sentiment

Problems Summary

References

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 "Surface Laptop 5 Fact Sheet" (PDF). Microsoft.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 "Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 Review". ExpertReviews.
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 "Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (2022) Review". RTINGS.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (15-Inch) Review". PCMag.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 "Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 15 Review". NoteBookCheck.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 "Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 Review". TechAdvisor.
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