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| Developer | Microsoft |
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| Product family | Microsoft Surface |
| Type | All-in-one PC |
| Generation | 2nd |
| Released | Surface Studio 2 2 October 2018 Surface Studio 2+ 12 October 2022[1] |
| Introductory price | USD$3,500 - 4,800 |
| Discontinued | 6 December 2024[2] |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro (officially upgradable to Windows 11) |
| CPU | Surface Studio 2 Intel Kaby Lake quad-core processor: i7-7820HQ 2.9 up to 3.9 GHz, 8 MB cache, 45 W[3] Surface Studio 2+ Intel Willow Cove quad-core processor: i7-11370H 3.3 up to 4.8 GHz, 12 MB cache, 35 W[4] |
| Memory | 16 or 32 GB DDR4 RAM |
| Storage | SSD options: 1 TB or 2 TB |
| Removable storage | Surface Studio 2 Full-size SD card slot (supports SDXC cards) Surface Studio 2+ None (card reader removed from 2+) |
| Display | 28 inches (71 cm) 4500x3000 (192 ppi) PixelSense display with 3:2 aspect ratio with 10-point multi-touch and pen support |
| Graphics | Surface Studio 2 Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 with 6 GB of GDDR5 memory Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory Surface Studio 2+ Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060(Laptop) with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual microphones, headset jack |
| Input | Keyboard, touchpad mouse, Surface Pen, Surface Dial, sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, ambient light |
| Connectivity | Surface Studio 2 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, four USB 3.0 ports, one USB-C, Gigabit Ethernet Surface Studio 2+ 802.11ax Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, two USB 3.1 ports, three Thunderbolt 4/USB4, Gigabit Ethernet[5] |
| Predecessor | Surface Studio |
| Website | Official Site |
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The Surface Studio 2 is an all-in-one PC, designed and produced by Microsoft as part of its Surface series of Windows-based personal computing devices. It was announced at the Windows 10 Devices Event on October 2, 2018, two years after the release of the previous version Surface Studio, with pre-orders beginning that day.[6]
The second desktop computer to be manufactured entirely by Microsoft, the Surface Studio uses the Windows 10 operating system with the October 2018 update preinstalled, with free upgrade to Windows 11. The product, starting at $3,499, is aimed primarily at people in creative professions such as graphic artists and designers.
The Surface Studio 2+ was announced on October 12, 2022 and discontinued in December 2024.[2] The Surface Studio 2+ features an updated Intel 11th-gen CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, and three USB4/Thunderbolt 4 ports supporting up to three distinct 4K@60Hz displays.[7]
Features
[edit]Hardware
[edit]The Surface Studio 2 has a 28-inch 4.5K "PixelSense" display with 4500 x 3000 pixels, equivalent to 192 dpi. The screen, the thinnest ever built for an all-in-one PC at 12.5 millimetres thick,[8] is capable of being used in both the DCI-P3 and sRGB color spaces, and features a unique hinge design that allows it be tilted to a flat position, in a manner similar to the Wacom Cintiq. The bezel of the display contains a 5.0 megapixel camera and a Windows Hello-compatible backlit infrared camera.
The CPU is located in the base. Its compact design contains a 7th generation (codename "Kaby Lake") Core i7 processor and either a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or GeForce GTX 1070 graphics processor (both dependent on configuration). The system can be configured with up to 32 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 2 terabyte SSD. It also features four USB 3.0 ports, a USB-C port, an SDXC card reader and a headset connection.
The updated Surface Studio 2+ has new CPU/GPU options, 2x USB 3.2 ports, 3x Thunderbolt 4/USB4 ports, a headphone connection, and Gigabit Ethernet but foregoes the SDXC card reader.[7]
Unlike many desktop PCs, the Surface Studio 2 supports Microsoft's Modern Standby (formerly known as InstantGo) specification, enabling background tasks to operate while the computer is sleeping.
| Surface Studio 2 configuration options[9][7] | |||||
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| Price tier (USD) | Version | CPU | Integrated GPU | RAM | Internal storage |
| 4500 | Studio 2+ | Intel Core i7-11370H | GeForce RTX 3060 6GB | 32 GB | 1 TB SSD |
| 3500 | Studio 2 | Intel Core i7-7820HQ (2.9 to 3.9 GHz) | GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 16 GB | 1 TB SSD |
| 4200 | GeForce GTX 1070 8GB | 32 GB | |||
| 4800 | 2 TB SSD | ||||
Accessories
[edit]Microsoft specially designed its Surface Mouse and Surface Keyboard to work with the Surface Studio 2. It is also compatible with the Surface Pen and a newly created accessory, the Surface Dial. The latter consists of a round disk that can be placed on the display and rotated to perform various actions, such as scrolling, zooming, adjusting the volume, among others, with precision. Developers can utilize its APIs to integrate its functionality into their own products.
Reception
[edit]The Surface Studio 2 received generally positive reviews from technology critics. Many praised the large high resolution display, build quality and high performance of the GPU. Criticisms included the high entry price of the device, the all rear-facing I/O ports and the use of the previous-generation mobile Intel quad-core (as opposed to the contemporary six-core) CPU.
Timeline
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References
[edit]- ^ "Surface Studio 2+: Everything you need to know about Microsoft's new desktop". tomsguide.com. October 12, 2022. Retrieved December 9, 2024.
- ^ a b Bowden, Zac (December 6, 2024). "The Surface Studio is dead? — Microsoft ends production on $4,500 Surface Studio 2+ as stock dwindles". Windows Central. Retrieved March 12, 2025.
- ^ "Intel® Core™ i7-7820HQ Processor (8M Cache, up to 3.90 GHz) Specifications". Intel Corporation. Retrieved October 2, 2018.
- ^ "Intel® Core™ i7-11370H Processor (12M Cache, up to 4.80 GHz) Specifications". Intel Corporation. Retrieved April 25, 2023.
- ^ "Surface Studio 2+". Microsoft. Retrieved April 25, 2023.
- ^ "Meet Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2, Surface Studio 2 and Surface Headphones". October 2, 2018.
- ^ a b c "Surface Studio 2+ tech specs". Microsoft.
- ^ "Microsoft Surface Studio 2 Tech Specs". Microsoft. Retrieved October 2, 2018.
- ^ Microsoft Surface Studio 2 tech specs
External links
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View on GrokipediaDevelopment
Background and design goals
The Surface Studio 2 was developed as a direct successor to the original Surface Studio, introduced in 2016, with Microsoft aiming to enhance performance for demanding creative workflows while maintaining the core form factor of an all-in-one PC. Key improvements included significantly boosted processing power through upgraded Intel Core i7 processors and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics, enabling faster rendering and multitasking for professional applications. The display brightness was also increased, rising from approximately 430 nits on the original model to nearly 600 nits peak on the Studio 2, allowing for better visibility and color accuracy in varied lighting conditions.[3] Microsoft's design philosophy for the Surface Studio 2 centered on creating a versatile workstation tailored for creative professionals such as artists, designers, and architects, emphasizing seamless integration between hardware and software to mimic traditional creative tools. The device features a 28-inch tiltable touchscreen that transforms into a digital canvas for sketching and drawing, paired with support for Windows Ink to enable natural, pressure-sensitive input via the Surface Pen. This approach sought to bridge the gap between physical drafting tables and digital interfaces, fostering intuitive interaction without the need for external peripherals.[4][5] Development of the Surface Studio 2 spanned roughly two years following the original's launch, culminating in its announcement at Microsoft's October 2018 hardware event, where the company highlighted its evolution amid growing emphasis on mixed-reality experiences and high-fidelity visuals. Engineers focused on refining the device's capabilities to support emerging technologies like Windows Mixed Reality, prioritizing immersive graphics without altering the foundational chassis design. A pivotal element was the retention and optimization of the Zero Gravity Hinge mechanism, which uses a combination of springs and linkages to enable effortless tilting down to a 20-degree angle without motors or electronics, thereby enhancing portability and optimizing desk-space efficiency for studio environments.[6][7][8]Announcement
The Surface Studio 2 was officially announced by Microsoft on October 2, 2018, during a hardware event held in New York City, where it was unveiled alongside the Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2.[9] The event highlighted the device's evolution as a creative workstation, emphasizing its role in enabling immersive digital workflows for artists and designers.[6] Microsoft marketed the Surface Studio 2 as the "fastest Surface ever," boasting up to 50% faster GPU performance compared to the original Surface Studio through the integration of NVIDIA Pascal-based graphics.[6] Pre-orders for the device began immediately following the announcement on October 2, 2018, with initial availability starting November 15, 2018, in select markets including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.[10] The base configuration, featuring an Intel Core i7-7820HQ processor, 16 GB of RAM, 1 TB SSD storage, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card, was priced at $3,499, while upgraded options extended to $4,799 for models with 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD, and a GTX 1070 GPU.[11][12] Launch bundles were offered through Microsoft Store and authorized retailers, often including the Surface Pen for enhanced stylus input, targeting professional creators in initial markets such as the US and UK with broader international rollout planned for early 2019.[10]Specifications
Surface Studio 2 (2018)
The Surface Studio 2, released in 2018, is an all-in-one desktop PC designed for creative professionals, featuring upgraded hardware over its predecessor to support demanding workloads like 3D rendering and video editing. It maintains the signature 28-inch adjustable display but incorporates a more powerful discrete GPU and faster storage options. All configurations ship with Windows 10 Pro, upgradable to Windows 11.[2] The processor is a quad-core Intel Core i7-7820HQ from the 7th generation Kaby Lake family, with a base clock speed of 2.9 GHz and a maximum turbo frequency of 3.9 GHz, paired with 8 MB of SmartCache.[13] Graphics options include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6 GB GDDR5 memory in the base configuration or the GTX 1070 with 8 GB GDDR5 for higher-end models, enabling GPU-accelerated tasks in applications like Adobe Creative Suite.[2] Memory is available in 16 GB or 32 GB DDR4 configurations at 2666 MHz, soldered to the motherboard and non-upgradable.[2] Storage uses a PCIe NVMe SSD in 1 TB or 2 TB capacities for rapid file access and boot times.[2] The display is a 28-inch PixelSense touchscreen with a native resolution of 4500 x 3000 at 192 pixels per inch (ppi), a 3:2 aspect ratio, 10-point multi-touch support, and typical brightness of 450 nits, calibrated for sRGB color accuracy.[2]| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | 4x USB 3.0 (including 1 high-power port), 1x USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1, non-Thunderbolt), Gigabit Ethernet, SDXC card reader, 3.5 mm headphone jack, 802.11ac Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5), Bluetooth 4.1, Xbox Wireless support[2] |
| Camera | 5 MP front-facing with 1080p HD video recording and Windows Hello IR face authentication[2] |
| Audio | 2.1-channel stereo speakers with Dolby Audio[2] |
| Weight | Approximately 9.56 kg (21 lbs) for the full system[2] |
| Power Supply | External AC adapter with grip-release cable[2] |

