Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 – AMD Ryzen 7 Surface Edition
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 4 marks a dramatic improvement for this clamshell notebook over the prior generation, though its Ryzen processor may be overshadowed by the competing Tiger Lake model.
-- As reviewed by PCWorld
Product details
- Power to do what you want with up to 70% more speed and multitasking power than before and exclusive AMD Ryzen Microsoft Surface Edition processor.
- Thin, light, elegant design in choice of two sizes: light, portable 13.5” or larger 15” that’s perfect for split-screen multitasking.
- Show your best side on video calls with sharp video and image quality, even in low light, thanks to a front-facing 720p HD camera.
- Enjoy theater-like sound for movies and shows with Omnisonic Speakers backed by immersive Dolby Atmos6.
- Be heard loud and clear on calls with dual far-field Studio Mics that capture your voice and reduce background noise.
- You’re going to need Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Don’t forget to add Microsoft 365
PROS
+ Significantly improved battery life
+ Enormous performance improvement from prior generation
+ High-resolution display
+ Good keyboard
CONS
- Surface Connector is used in place of Thunderbolt
- A bit pricey
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By PCWorld on April 26, 2021
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 4 marks a dramatic improvement for this clamshell notebook over the prior generation, though its Ryzen processor may be overshadowed by the competing Tiger Lake model.
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