Microsoft Surface Duo
Microsoft Surface Duo
3.1Average expert rating
Release date September 2020
About Product
Key Advantages
Has a larger display diagonal: 8.1"
Better display resolution: 2700 x 1800 px
Shorter: 145.2 mm (5.72 inches)
Expert Score 3.1
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See comparisonInterest Over the Last 12 months
Oct 2023
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Nov 2023
64
Dec 2023
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Jan 2024
60
Feb 2024
67
Mar 2024
47
Apr 2024
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May 2024
37
Jun 2024
34
Jul 2024
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Aug 2024
38
Sep 2024
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Oct 2024
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Overview Microsoft Surface Duo
The Microsoft Surface Duo is an innovative dual-screen device designed for productivity and versatility. Featuring two 5.6-inch AMOLED displays that open to create an expansive 8.1-inch workspace, it offers a unique multitasking experience. Users can run two apps side by side or extend a single app across both screens, making it ideal for professionals and multitaskers.
Powered by a Snapdragon processor, the Surface Duo delivers smooth performance, whether you’re browsing, working on documents, or streaming content. The device runs on Android, granting access to a vast array of apps and services. The dual 11MP cameras ensure quality photos and video calls, adding to its utility for business and personal use.
Technical Specifications
Design
Weight
250 g (8.82 ounces)
Thickness
4.8 mm (0.19 inches)
Width
186.9 mm (7.36 inches)
Height
145.2 mm (5.72 inches)
Volume
130.26 cm³
Color options
White
Can be folded
✔
Display
Screen size
8.1"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
401 ppi
Resolution
2700 x 1800 px
Has a touch screen
✔
Performance
Internal storage
128GB, 256GB
RAM
6GB
Android version
Android 10
CPU speed
1 x 2.84 GHz & 3 x 2.42 GHz & 4 x 1.78 GHz
GPU clock speed
257 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
DirectX version
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
OpenGL ES version
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
CPU threads
8 threads
Uses HMP
✔
Has TrustZone
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
31.79 GB/s
OpenCL version
2
DDR memory version
4
Maximum memory amount
16GB
GPU execution units
2
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
10W
Release date
2020
Has NX bit
✔
Memory channels
4
Number of transistors
6700 million
GPU turbo
585 MHz
Supported displays
2
Cameras
Main camera
11 MP
Video recording (main camera)
1080 x 60 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.0
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
Has a flash
✔
Optical zoom
7x
Number of flash LEDs
1
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
Pixel size (main camera)
1 µm
Operating system
Has theme customization
✔
Has dark mode
✔
Has focus modes
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
Supports split screen
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
Has a child lock
✔
Is free and open source
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
Is a multi-user system
✔
Has voice commands
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
Gets direct OS updates
✔
Supports widgets
✔
More languages supported
125
Has offline voice recognition
✔
Battery
Battery power
3577 mAh
Supports fast charging
✔
Has a battery level indicator
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
Battery life
27 hours
Audio
Has aptX
✔
Number of microphones
2
Features
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1200 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
✔
USB version
3.1
SIM cards
1 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
✔
Bluetooth version
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
Has GPS
✔
Has a compass
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
