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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5-Inch, 2022)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5-Inch, 2022)
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alaScore 90

32 reviews

Jun, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 32 reviews of Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5-Inch, 2022). The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the portability and durability are on the whole positive. The screen and design also get good feedback. There are some mixed opinions about the battery, while many are critical about the price.

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Expert review by : Ryan Jones (trustedreviews.com)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

 

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 has seen minor upgrades, with a slightly faster processor and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.

Slim and portable design ; Finally has Thunderbolt 4 connectivity ; High resolution display ; Good battery life

Design looks severely outdated ; Slower performance than competition ; No fingerprint sensor ; Lacks a killer feature

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 has seen minor upgrades, with a slightly faster processor and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity. But with an outdated design and underwhelming performance, it’s difficult to understand why anyone would be willing to purchase...

Nov, 2022
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Expert review by (t3.com)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: a stylish PC for everyday computing

 

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 isn't going to blow you away with fast speeds but it is still a reliable piece of kit

Sleek, sturdy alumnium design ; USB-C with Thunderbolt 4 support ; 13.5-inch touchscreen display

No fingerprint sensor ; Lacks an SD card slot ; Thick bezels around the screen ; Not a great choice for gaming

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 is a good-looking PC with a lot going for it, but it's not perfect. It'll cope well with day-to-day computing but it won't be so good for more demanding tasks like gaming.

Dec, 2022
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Expert review by : Allisa James (techradar.com)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: not good enough for the price

 

Welcome, the ninth mediocre wonder of the world

Expanded accessibility options ; Enhanced touchscreen and productivity features ; Excellent sound quality

Port selection is poor ; Very expensive ; Performance is below average

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 is not the worst laptop in the world, but a combination of performance issues, an outdated look, a terrible port selection, and a trumped-up price tag leave it lagging behind plenty of rivals.

Nov, 2022
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Expert review by (techradar.com)

Hands on: Surface Laptop 5 review

 

Another good (but not great) Surface series laptop

Oct, 2022
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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 initial review: Rinse and repeat

 

The Surface Laptop 5 makes minor updates to the Surface Laptop 4, bringing the latest Intel hardware.

Great clean design ; Thunderbolt 4 ; Latest Intel hardware ; Good battery life

Few changes over previous interation ; Some flex in centre of keyboard ; 720p camera ; No AMD version

The Surface Laptop 5 doesn't really move things along a great deal, with only a couple to tweaks to support the new hardware. That's a shame, because this is a great-looking laptop and there are easy gains that could be made.

Oct, 2022
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Expert review by : Dan Grabham (stuff.tv)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review (13.5in): don’t judge by the cover

 

The fifth iteration of Microsoft's MacBook rival has the bright screen and zingy specs to cheer up any Windows fan… but can it still compete?

Several things hold the Surface Laptop 5 back from greatness, but it’s still one of the best ultraportables

Jan, 2024
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Expert review by : Dominic Preston (techadvisor.co.uk)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review

 

The Surface Laptop 5 is a cautious update on last year's model, that adds 12th-gen Intel and Thunderbolt 4, but not a whole lot else

Decent performance ; Simple Windows install with no bloatware ; Great keyboard

Dated design with thick display bezel ; Expensive to upgrade RAM and storage ; No AMD option

If you stick with simple specs, the Surface Laptop 5 is a decent option for a Windows 11 laptop, but the combination of a dated design and expensive upgrades mean anyone with more demanding needs is better off looking elsewhere.

Dec, 2022
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Expert review by : which_co_uk (which.co.uk)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13.5"

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If you're looking for a thin, light and fast laptop you've likely come across the Microsoft Surface Laptop range. But up against the likes of the MacBook Pro, Dell XPS and LG Gram, does this laptop stand out enough to justify its high price? We've put...

Nov, 2022
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Expert review by : Bobby Hellard (itpro.co.uk)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5in) review: An almost-great business machine | IT PRO

 

Minor niggles here and there, but overall, an efficient and stylish business companion

Comfortable typing experience ; Snappy processor ; Elegant design

Lack of ports ; Poor webcam

Dec, 2022
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Expert review by : Luke Larsen (digitaltrends.com)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: running to stand still

 

The Surface Laptop 5 ditches AMD as an option -- and the end result is a step back that puts it behind rivals.

Lots of color options Still thin and light Thunderbolt 4, finally Upgradable storage

Still uses 720p webcam Limited performance gains No more AMD options

“The Surface Laptop 5 doesn't do enough to move the ball forward, and even loses ground in some areas.”

Oct, 2022
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