Alternatives to the new microsoft surface

Just over a week ago, Microsoft introduced its new laptop. A release that has generated a lot of divided comments and opinions. On the one hand, the launch of a real laptop is appreciated, not a tablet with a keyboard like the previous ones. But, on the other hand, many followers are not entirely convinced about its qualities.

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Alternatives to the new Microsoft Surface

Other voices also highlight that this launch of the Microsoft Surface breaks with the previous work of the company. After years of hard work creating a line of tablets with keyboards that can be easily put on and taken off, this computer arrives. It has the same name, yes, but it doesn't really seem that it has much more in common. For some it is as if Microsoft has tripped itself.

The question that arises is if this computer is at the height of others in its range. Any launch that Microsoft makes will generate news, in many cases positive, but there are many doubts this time.

Who are your competitors?

The Microsoft Surface is a high-end laptop. At least that is the conclusion that many have. To be able to compare it and see what are the alternatives to this controversial device, you have to be clear about that category. There are quite a few to choose from, but those selected are the most representative in this category.

The price differences are quite a lot. In general there is always an option around $ 1, 000, to use a figure as a reference. Highlights the high price that the Surface can reach, far exceeding the price of any of the other alternatives. Is that price justified? It is a question that arises when seeing these prices. It is not known if it is really a computer that is going to offer such spectacular performance as to pay that price.

The Dell XPS 13 also has somewhat higher prices, although it has the largest range and the cheapest is also this. HP and Apple computers stay more or less at the same levels among their different options.

OS

An element of enormous importance when selecting your laptop. Again we present your operating systems in advance:

• Microsoft Surface: Windows 10 S Dell XPS 13: Windows 10HP Specter 13.3: Windows 10 Macbook Air: MacOS Sierra

While HP and Dell computers use Windows 10, known and reliable for most users, the big disappointment comes with the Surface. Many of you have already heard about the many limitations that the new Windows 10 S presents, and that it is causing a lot of controversy. It is undoubtedly a notable problem with this computer, and especially if we consider the prices it reaches. It certainly puts him at a noticeable disadvantage.

In the case of Apple, many of you already know how Apple laptops work, so there are not many new features in that regard. They are a safe bet for those who like these computers. If you are Windows, the HP and Dell computers are presented as the best options in this case. Logically, it depends on the taste of each user.

RAM

An important aspect and that especially affects the operation of the computer. It becomes even more important in the case of laptops.

• Microsoft Surface: 4 - 8 -16 GBDell XPS 13: 4 - 8 - 16 GBHP Specter 13.3: 8 GB Macbook Air: 8 GB

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In this case you can see that both the Microsoft and Dell laptops offer more RAM options. It is good that each user can select the one that best suits their needs, and it is good that there is an option to select one with 16 GB. Especially if there are users who need a powerful computer and that will not leave them lying at any time.

These ultrabooks carry almost 90% of their soldered SO-DIMM RAM memories. So we will not be able to expand it… Very to take into account when choosing the laptop.

HP and Apple laptops offer the same 8GB RAM. The good thing is that it is not the lowest, although it does not reach 16 GB from the other two, something that is appreciated in that case.

Storage

Another aspect that matters and we consider if we are going to buy a laptop. How much storage capacity does each computer have?

• Microsoft Surface: 128 - 256 -512 GB Dell XPS 13: 128 - 256 - 512 GB HP Specter 13.3: 256 GB Macbook Air: 128 - 256 GB

In the case of storage, a situation very similar to what happened with RAM occurs. Both the Microsoft and Dell laptops present various options, up to a maximum of 512 GB, a more than notable amount. Although they also present the option with the least storage capacity, which is not bad at all, since there are users who will not need to have as much space available.

HP and Apple fall back in the middle so to speak. They present the most intermediate options, although Apple also has the possibility of betting on the 128 GB, again for those users who are not going to need as much available space. In this regard, the variety they offer is appreciated, since there is a little for all types of users depending on their needs.

Battery

The battery is another aspect to consider. We leave you with the hours of battery life of each of these computers:

• Microsoft Surface: 14.5 hours Dell XPS 13: 18 hours HP Specter 13.3: 9.75 hours Macbook Air: 12 hours

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As you can see in this case, the Dell laptop with distance stands out. Their battery, according to them, is the one that lasts the longest. The HP computer is probably the most disappointing with its battery, which lags noticeably behind the other computers featured in this article. The Macbook and the Surface are more than acceptable, so they would be more than positive if one decides to buy one of these two computers.

General considerations

There are many other aspects to take into account when comparing all these laptops. We have selected only a few more general ones, to give you an idea of ​​each of the computers. There are other qualities to consider when buying one. It is also important that the user is clear about what they want or need the laptop for. Depending on the needs, it is very possible that there is one that fits better in all aspects, also in the budget.

Therefore, taking into account the processor, the screen resolution or other aspects such as the ports that the computer has are important. These are aspects that it is advisable to remember, and their importance depends on the needs of each user.

Final words and conclusions

The Microsoft Surface is a computer that features some of the best classic aspects of Windows. We know that it will be a reliable computer and that it will work well. Its big problem is the operating system, given the limitations and problems that Windows 10 S is causing. Therefore it subtracts some points that do not make a computer with potential as round as it should be .

The Macbook Air is always a safe option, to call it something. Apple is not known for having a lot of problems with its laptops, so it may be a good option. Maybe if you haven't used one before, it can be difficult to adapt, but it also depends on the user's needs.

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Dell and HP computers are great options. They are reliable computers, which fulfill what they promise and with which users will be happy. Based on my personal experience, the Dell XPS 13 is a quality laptop. It generates few problems, it works well and its price is not too high.