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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1065G7 1,3GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 13.5" 2256x1504 |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR4x-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card |
Other configurations of this model
Full specifications of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043
Reference / Part Number
VGS-00043
Also sold as
VGS-00001, QXY-00001, QXY-00043, QXT-00001, VGS-00004, VGS-00006, VGS-00046, VGS-00048
Release date
October 2019, 6 years ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Blue |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Market positioning | Business |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 13.5 " (34,3 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2256 x 1504 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Touch technology | Multi-touch |
| Native aspect ratio | 3:2 |
| Pixel density | 201 ppi |
| Pantalla dual | No |
Processor
| Processor family | 10th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-1065G7 |
| Processor frequency | 1,3 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,9 GHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 1526 |
| Processor lithography | 10 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 1,5 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 12 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | LPDDR4x-SDRAM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Plus Graphics |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Iris Plus Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1100 MHz |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.5 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x8A52 |
Audio
| Audio system | Dolby Audio Premium |
|---|---|
| Speakers manufacturer | OmniSonic |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Charging port type | Surface Connect |
Performance
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Trackpad |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 50 x 25 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1,SSE4.2,AVX 2.0,AVX-512 |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 196597 |
Battery
| Battery life (max) | 11,5 h |
|---|
Security
| Windows Hello | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2.8 lbs (1,27 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 12.1 " (308 mm) |
| Depth | 8.8 " (223 mm) |
| Height | 0.6 " (14,5 mm) |
Packaging content
| Quick start guide | Yes |
|---|---|
| Warranty card | Yes |
Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043?
It is a General use laptop with decent power for what that use calls for today: 51 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog.
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 worth its price?
Barely: today it starts at $1737 and its 6.7 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score says it meets the minimum you should expect for that money; looking at alternatives you can find more for the same.
How much does the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 cost?
Today it starts at $1737 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 last?
The manufacturer declares up to 11,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 like?
It carries a 13.5" 2256x1504 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-1065G7 processor with the Intel Iris Plus Graphics graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 1 × USB-A, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
What material is the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 made of?
Its housing is made of Aluminum.
How much does the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 weigh?
It weighs 1,27 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 VGS-00043 released?
Its release date is October 2019, 6 years ago.