Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012
Specs
Prices
Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 12.4" 1536x1024 330 nits |
| Hard drive | 256GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro |
| Graphics card |
Alternatives with equal or higher power at a similar or lower price
From Microsoft
From other brands
Full specifications of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012
| Reference / Part Number | KQR-00012 |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | KQR-00035, KQR-00048, KQR-00034-EDU, KQR-00045-EDU, KQU-00001, KQR-00004, KQR-00037, KQR-00034, KQR-00009, KQR-00008, KQU-00034, KQR-00023, KQR-00056-EDU, KQR-00046, KQR-00045, KQU-00022, KQU-00039, KQR-00026, KQU-00033, KQR-00056, KQU-00011, KQR-00024, KQR-00005, KQR-00023-EDU, KQU-00056, KQR-00006, KQU-00012, KQU-00023, KQR-00001 |
| Release date | June 2022, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Platinum |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Platinum |
| Housing material | Aluminium,Polycarbonate (PC) |
Image gallery
Screen
| Display diagonal | 31,5 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1536 x 1024 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 3:2 |
| Display brightness | 330 cd/m² |
| Pixel density | 148 ppi |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 31,5 cm |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-1135G7 |
| Processor generation | 11th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,2 GHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,4 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 28 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 12 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,9 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 8 GB |
| Internal memory type | LPDDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | On-board |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 256 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 256 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 256 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| On-board graphics card 6K support | Yes |
| Graphics card Open GL support | Yes |
Audio
| Audio system | Dolby Audio Premium |
|---|---|
| Speakers manufacturer | OmniSonic |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 0,92 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Miracast | Yes |
| MIMO | Yes |
Ports & interfaces
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
|---|---|
| Charging port type | Surface Connect |
Performance
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Trackpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | White |
| Island-style keyboard | Yes |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
| Windows 11 free upgrade | Yes |
Processor special features
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
|---|---|
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | No |
| Idle States | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 41 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery life (max) | 13,5 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 39 W |
|---|---|
| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 230 V |
| AC adapter output voltage | 15 V |
Security
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|---|
| Windows Hello | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,13 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 278,2 mm |
| Depth | 206,2 mm |
| Height | 15,7 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 last?
The manufacturer declares up to 13,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 like?
It carries a 12.4" 1536x1024 330 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor with the Intel Iris Xe Graphics graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Pro preinstalled.
Does the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
What material is the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 made of?
Its housing is made of Aluminium,Polycarbonate (PC).
How much does the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 weigh?
It weighs 1,13 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 KQR-00012 released?
Its release date is June 2022, 4 years ago.