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Q: QuestionI this laptop compatible with a multi-screen setup? or a docking station?

Asked 4 years ago by TomD.

• A:Answer Great question. Yes, you can set up dual monitors with your Surface Laptop 4 by using display adapters or a dock.

  Answered 4 years ago by MicrosoftOutreachTeam

  
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Q: QuestionDoes the platinum color come with a choice between the metal or alacantra (fabric) keyboard?

Asked 3 years ago by Lish.

• A:Answer This model comes with an Alcantara® material palm rest.

  Answered 3 years ago by MicrosoftOutreachTeam

  
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Q: QuestionHow much i5 and i7 differ in performance?

Asked 4 years ago by Charley.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Ice Blue

• A:Answer Hello Charley. Thank you for your question. Intel® Core™ i5 Processors are categorized as mid-range or mainstream processors which are mostly dedicated for intermediate use and are an excellent option for gaming and also running software such as Lumion, Autocad, Revit, among others. On the other hand, Intel® Core™ i7 Processors are classified as high-end processors and are suitable for professionals who need to perform some resource-intensive tasks like high-end gaming at higher fps, rendering graphics, editing sound videos and photos, and creating simulations. Thank you for choosing Intel!

  Answered 4 years ago by Intel team

  
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Q: QuestionAre there no USB slots?

Asked 4 years ago by Michi.

• A:Answer These laptops definitely are lacking in the ports department. But there are two USB ports: 1 usb3 (normal) and 1 USB-C (new standard)

  Answered 4 years ago by hippynerdsVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs this laptop good for Engineering? If not what other options may be suitable?

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer It depends. Are you planning to do alot of solid state modelling or 3D rendering? If so, you should find a with a better graphics card. This Surface device has an entry-level graphics system, so if you're going to be designing complicated parts in 3D and rotating them around, shading them, etc - find a different laptop. If you plan on just doing 2 dimensional work - I think this laptop would be fine. The Memory, Processor and Disk are good - it's more about the requirements of your Engineering software package.

  Answered 3 years ago by TechMatcherVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan the Surface pen be used on the Surface Laptop 4? ..Is there a program that goes with the Surface pen?

Asked 3 years ago by SamsungReview.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Ice Blue

• A:Answer Yes, it works just fine. Any drawing, painting or even writing program should work.

  Answered 3 years ago by kenrVerified Purchase

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Q: Questionis this laptop over heated while using it ?

Asked 2 years ago by Razz.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Ice Blue

• A:Answer No, I have never had an issue with overheating.

  Answered 1 year ago by TashRenee79

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Q: QuestionWarrant claim can be done only in the USA or anywhere around the world?

Asked 2 years ago by JaiSanthosh.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Ice Blue

• A:Answer Claim will be facilitated in the USA

  Answered 2 years ago by AnonymousVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhich colors do NOT have the Alcantara keyboard? Also, does this come pre-loaded with Windows 11 Home?

Asked 2 years ago by Alicia.

• A:Answer The black and rose metal colors are not alcantara. It has windows preloaded but not MS Office products (Excel, Word, etc)

  Answered 2 years ago by ShopperVAVerified Purchase

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Q: Questionis there a video out port? HDMI, Display?

Asked 3 years ago by brian.

• A:Answer Surface Laptop 4 offers a USB-C port to connect to a TV, monitor, or projector.

  Answered 3 years ago by MicrosoftOutreachTeam

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Q: QuestionIs it backlit?

Asked 3 years ago by Sheri.

• A:Answer Yes, the keys are backlit.

  Answered 3 years ago by MicrosoftOutreachTeam

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Q: QuestionWhat is the Ice Blue interior material rather than metal on the kepboard? How does it hold up in comparison to metal?

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Ice Blue

• A:Answer The material is a coated faux suede. Microsoft says it’ll hold up the spills and seems like it will. I like that it’s warmer to the touch than a metal surface.

  Answered 3 years ago by Stateof2Verified Purchase

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Q: Questionwhat is the weight difference between the surface laptop 4 and 8?

Asked 3 years ago by commuter.

• A:Answer Surface pro 8 is 1.96Lbs without the keyboard and surface laptop 4 is 2.79 (non-metallic) & 2.84 (metallic) both 13.5 inch so, not much difference. I have a mettalic its really light and slim

  Answered 3 years ago by TanzVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this laptop support Windows 11? I couldn't find any specification that listed whether it has a TPM chip.

Asked 3 years ago by ionic.

• A:Answer Yes, it does! :) But....Windows 11 has so many technical issues which were NOT detected before the release. Based on my knowledge at this moment Windows 11 is NOT compatible with many older programs and apps. It is also causing a lot of issues when login thru remote access to or from your computer. That's why I sticked to Windows 10 for now till they will figure out. Good Luck!

  Answered 3 years ago by IzzyVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionAre there docks that are compatible both w/ this laptop & those that have Thunderbolt 4 connectivity? I’d like to use this as personal laptop but my work-issued laptop is TB4, so need to be able to swap easily to connect to monitor, speakers, webcam, etc.

Asked 3 years ago by DockHunter.

• A:Answer There is not a dock that you snap the machine into - those are really going away. What you do now is purchase a media hub that usually connects via USB-C to your device. The media hub usually has 5-10 various ports for monitors, peripherals, etc. Depending on the hub you purchase - it could possibly power the laptop - but mostly likely you'll also need to plug in a power cord to your laptop as well. Overall, you just have 2 things to plug into the laptop and you're good to go.

  Answered 3 years ago by TechMatcher

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Q: QuestionHow do I get the entire windows 11 program included with a laptop purchase and what size Surface Laptop is required to operate Windows 11

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer "Size" has nothing to do with it; it's the hardware requirements that count. You can get it by going to the MS website and searching "upgrade to Windows 11," or you can wait for it to be offered like any other periodic update, If you are unsure whether the specific PC you are interested in can be upgraded, both procedures outlined above will produce a response from Microsoft whereby MS will check your computer for acceptable parameters, and will even tell you if some upgrades will allow for the upgrade if your PC is not immediately compatible.

  Answered 3 years ago by luislast

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Q: Questionif you have a touchscreen can you still use the keyboard.

Asked 3 years ago by dr.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Sandstone

• A:Answer Yes, the keyboard is fully functional right alongside the touch screen. This is my second touchscreen laptop and both worked well in concert

  Answered 3 years ago by cwiebe66

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Q: QuestionHow am I suppose to install Webroot and Microsoft 365 with out HDMI port and or a Disk drive ?

Asked 3 years ago by Phansi.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Sandstone

• A:Answer Webroot can be downloaded and installed with a license. Nowadays, MS 365 is usually already preloaded on computers. You can use it for a free 30-day trial, or input the product key when prompted to do so. In the unlikely instance that it is NOT preloaded, you can also download it from Microsoft and use it under the same circumstances (30-day free trial, etc.).

  Answered 3 years ago by luislast

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Q: QuestionDoes this come with windows 10 professional or home edition ?

Asked 3 years ago by Ervin.

• A:Answer Your answer can be found in at least FOUR different places on the web page. More if you look at the Reviews and Questions.

  Answered 3 years ago by luislast

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Q: QuestionDoes this laptop have a USB port? I think I see it in one of the pictures but I didn't see it listed in the Specifications.

Asked 3 years ago by bcan213.

This question was asked about the related product: Microsoft - Surface Laptop 4 - 13.5” Touch-Screen – Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Sandstone

• A:Answer Yup. One regular USB and then a USB-C.

  Answered 3 years ago by ariaVerified Purchase

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