[On Hand] Microsoft Surface Pro 2 and Type Cover 2

On September 23 last , Microsoft has officially introduced and released the 2nd generation tablet is its Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 . 2 tablets are being sold in bulk in 21 markets around the world , but unfortunately there is no Vietnam . Even so , today , the Surface Pro 2 has officially landed across the road Delicate portable . Hope you check out this product .


Microsoft Surface Pro 2 was introduced in less than 1 year since the first generation Surface Pro is its sales in the U.S. ( February 9 ) . With Surface Pro 2 , Microsoft has slightly improved the design with outriggers ( kickstand ) rear can open a further step so you can easily manipulate the screen more . Machine is still the size , thickness and weight of 907 grams is equivalent Surface Pro . The standard connector as Mini DisplayPort , USB 3.0 , 3.5 mm jack , SD memory card slot layout is still the same previous versions . However, the configuration of the new Surface Pro 2 is the most noticeable difference . Accordingly :

    * CPU : Intel Core i5 4200 U ( Haswell ) , clocked at 1.7 GHz , 2.6 GHz Turbo Boost ;
    * GPU : Intel HD Graphics 4400 ;
    * RAM : 4/8 GB ;
    * Memory: 64/128/256/512 GB ;
    * Display: 10.6 " Full HD 1920 x 1080p ;
    * Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0, Wi - Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n .

Upgrade first configuration of Surface Pro 2 CPU is Intel Core i5 4200U 4th generation ( Haswell ) . This is a low -power chip similar to the Surface Pro Core i5 3317U first generation . Compared to the Core i5- 4200U clocked somewhat lower than 1 bit - 1.6 GHz compared to 1.7 GHz ( not Turbo Boost ) compared to Core i5 3317U . However, the maximum power consumption ( TDP ) of 15 W Core i5 4200U Core i5 3317U while higher than 17 W. So , with the upgraded processor generation , the battery life on the Surface Pro 2 will definitely be improved . According to Microsoft , the Surface Pro 's battery life is 2 % higher than Pro 1 75 , which is about 6.5 hours , but should be verified fact and also depending on the intensity of use . Besides CPU , integrated GPU Surface Pro 2 was also upgraded Intel HD Graphics 4400 with 50 % higher performance as announced by Microsoft .
One other notable upgrade on the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is an optional addition 8 GB RAM and 2 extended hard drive version is 256/512 GB . Surface Pro 2 comes pre-installed 64- bit Windows 8.1 and the expansion of RAM makes this machine can work better with heavier tasks and may completely replace conventional laptop computer . At the same time , the hard drive capacity 256/512 GB , the information stored on the machine also become more comfortable compared to 64 or 128 GB .
On the screen , the Surface Pro 2 still uses the same IPS screen , 1080p analog Surface Pro 1 . Microsoft said it has replaced panels partners offer and make a few adjustments to improve color accuracy to 46 % .

Besides Surface Pro 2, Cover Type 2 was also upgraded from a physical keyboard accessory Type Cover. The most significant change in the Type Cover 2 is now more keyboard backlight backlit but remained 5.4 mm thickness. Outline key is wrapped with a soft material instead of rigid plastic such as Type Cover ago. So the screen is not as close Cover scars. Table drawn on Cover Type 2 also adds gestures (gesture) to navigate better with Windows 8.1.