UAE Price
AED 1,299
India Price
₹34,999
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Smartphone · Microsoft · 2020
The Microsoft Surface Duo 128GB is Microsoft's 2020 smartphone featuring a 8.1 inches, 195.4 cm2 (~144.2% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) chipset. It comes with a 3577 mAh battery. At AED 1,299 in the UAE and ₹34,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Surface Duo 128GB excels with its 8.1-inch 1800x2700 3:2 display—perfect for multitasking across two 4.3-inch panels—and 18W wired charging that sustains its 3577mAh battery through full workdays. Its 11MP main sensor delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in daylight. Ideal for professionals needing dual-screen productivity: lawyers reviewing contracts side-by-side, journalists managing notes and research, or designers sketching on one panel while referencing references on the other. But it lacks NFC, blocking contactless payments in UAE and India, and the Snapdragon 855 struggles with sustained gaming, throttling after 15 minutes. In UAE at AED 1299, it’s competitive because few devices offer this form factor at under AED 1500. In India at ₹34999, it’s overpriced—flagship foldables like the Galaxy Z Fold3 offer better cameras, 5G, and NFC for similar cost. Skip if you need modern connectivity or gaming performance.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 3577 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 3577 mAh |
| Single | 11 MP, f/2.0, 23mm (wide), 1.0µm, PDAF |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, HDR |
| Single | Uses main camera |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 19 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive |
| Positioning | GPS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 186.9 x 145.2 x 4.8 mm Folded: 145.2 x 93.3 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 250 g (8.82 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Type | AMOLED |
| Size | 8.1 inches, 195.4 cm2 (~144.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1800 x 2700 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~401 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), dual accelerometer, dual gyro, proximity, dual compass |
| Colors | White |
| Price | About 650 EUR |
| Announced | 2020, August 12. Released 2020, September 10 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Surface Duo.
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to outdated software support and limited app optimization for its dual-screen design. While unique in form factor, its aging hardware and lack of future updates make it a poor value compared to modern alternatives.
The Microsoft Surface Duo 128GB is priced at AED 1299 in the UAE. It is available through select electronics retailers and online marketplaces, though stock may be limited.
The Microsoft Surface Duo 128GB is priced at ₹34999 in India. It is available through authorized online sellers and select premium electronics stores, but availability is low.
The camera performance is adequate for basic photos but lacks detail and low-light capability compared to modern smartphones. It captures decent daylight images but struggles with consistency and dynamic range.
The battery life lasts about a day with moderate use, but drains faster when using both screens simultaneously. Heavy multitasking or screen-intensive apps significantly reduce endurance.
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