2022
UAE Price
AED 4,199
India Price
₹1,19,990
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Laptop · Microsoft · 2022
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 13 Core i5-1035G7 (Surface Laptop 3 Series) 1TB / 32GB is Microsoft's 2022 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 14.5 x 308 x 223 ( = 0.57 x 12.13 x 8.78 in) display, the Intel Core i5-1035G7 4c/8t 4 x 1.2 - 3.7 GHz, Ice Lake-U chipset. At AED 4,199 in the UAE and ₹1,19,990 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Surface Laptop 3 with Core i5-1035G7 and 8GB LPDDR4x RAM delivers smooth multitasking for office apps and light creative work, thanks to Intel Iris Plus G7 graphics and efficient Ice Lake-U power management. Its 45Wh battery sustains 8–9 hours of mixed use, outlasting many rivals in its class. The 1.288kg magnesium chassis and premium keyboard make it ideal for professionals who prioritize portability and typing comfort over raw power. Weakness? The 256GB SK hynix NVMe drive is slow by modern standards—sequential reads peak at ~1800 MB/s, bottlenecking large file transfers. Dual-channel RAM helps, but 8GB is insufficient for heavy tab loads or virtual machines. In UAE at AED 4199, it’s overpriced because competitors offer 16GB RAM and 512GB SSDs for similar cost. In India at ₹119990, it’s severely overvalued—local rivals like the Dell XPS 13 or Lenovo Yoga 7i deliver better storage, more RAM, and faster connectivity for ₹20K less. Buy only if you need Windows 10’s Surface-exclusive integration and can live with outdated specs.
Consider instead
MacBook Pro 13 (M1)
Apple · AED 5,299 · different brand, similar price
| Battery | 45 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: HD 720p |
| Connections | 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm combo, Brightness Sensor |
| Networking | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (a/b/g/h/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 14.5 x 308 x 223 ( = 0.57 x 12.13 x 8.78 in) |
| Weight | 1.288 kg ( = 45.43 oz / 2.84 pounds), Power Supply: 287 g ( = 10.12 oz / 0.63 pounds) |
| Display | 13.50 inch 3:2, 2256 x 1504 pixel 201 PPI, 10-point capacitive, native pen support, Sharp LQ135P1JX51, IPS, SHP14B3, glossy: yes |
| Graphics adapter | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU), Core: 300 MHz, RAM: 1800 MHz, LPDDR4x, 26.20.100.7641 |
| Memory | 8 GB , 1866.7 MHz, 20-20-20-45, Dual-Channel |
| Storage | SK hynix BC501 HFM256GDGTNG |
| Mainboard | Intel 495 (Ice Lake-U PCH-LP Premium) |
| Soundcard | Intel Ice Lake-U/Y PCH-LP cAVS |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 12 Months Warranty |
| Price | 1000 USD |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1035G7 4c/8t 4 x 1.2 - 3.7 GHz, Ice Lake-U |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Surface Laptop 5 13.5".
It is not recommended for purchase in 2026 as it is an older model with limited software support and outdated hardware for modern demands. The high price relative to newer alternatives makes it poor value for money at this stage.
The price in UAE is AED 4199. It is available through authorized Microsoft retailers and select electronics stores, though stock may be limited due to its discontinued status.
The price in India is ₹119990. It is available through official Microsoft stores and authorized resellers, but availability is limited as the model is no longer in active production.
The camera delivers 720p HD video with decent clarity in well-lit environments. It performs adequately for video calls but lacks advanced features like low-light optimization or facial recognition enhancements.
The battery lasts up to 11.5 hours with typical usage such as web browsing and document work. Real-world performance varies based on screen brightness and application load.
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