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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Maypug 15" Laptop, being significantly less expensive, is ideal if budget is a primary constraint. It's suitable for everyday tasks like browsing, office applications, and light media consumption. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2, on the other hand, offers better performance for intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming due to higher-end specifications. Its unique design with a flexible hinge also caters to creative professionals who may benefit from using it as a tablet with a stylus. However, it is heavier and less portable than the Maypug. The Surface Laptop typically has a robust build quality and potentially better battery life due to its premium status, making it a more durable option for those who are less concerned with cost and more with performance and versatility. Choose the Maypug for basic needs and savings, or the Surface Laptop Studio 2 for enhanced capabilities and a hybrid computing experience at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2.
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
8.3
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
503.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop, with lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a lower resolution display, offers reduced performance and screen quality which impacts its general use effectiveness, whereas the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 boasts a high-end CPU, vast RAM, and a high-resolution touchscreen, providing a more capable and versatile user experience suitable for a wider range of tasks. Additionally, the Surface's better battery life, superior portability, and flexible display hinge also contribute to its very good standing for general use compared to the Maypug.
Gaming and AI
5.6
7.7
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop is ill-suited for gaming and 3D applications primarily due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics, which cannot handle intensive graphics tasks, and its standard 60Hz screen refresh rate which offers less fluid visuals compared to higher rates. In contrast, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 excels in the same areas, with its powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 facilitating high-performance gaming and 3D rendering, and a 120Hz screen refresh rate that provides smoother motion and better responsiveness.
Engineering and Design
5.6
8.7
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a basic processor and graphics, and a lower-resolution screen which limits its capability in engineering and design tasks, whereas the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 boasts a high-end processor with dedicated graphics and a high-resolution, color-accurate touchscreen adding versatility and power for such demanding applications. The Surface also offers better input options and screen flexibility that cater to design workflows, while the Maypug's more modest features are reflected in its build and speaker quality, impacting the overall user experience during intensive tasks.
Content Creation
5.9
8.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
5.9
8.2
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is very good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
5.7
7.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.4in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
503.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Surface Laptop Studio 2's screen offers a high resolution and bright display, ensuring crisp and clear visuals, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has a lower quality display, making it less suitable for everyday activities like browsing or watching videos. When it comes to engineering and design, the Surface Laptop Studio 2 covers a wider range of colors, providing accuracy and vibrancy crucial for professional creative work, but the Maypug 15" falls short on this, potentially making colors look less accurate. In gaming and 3D applications, though, despite its lower refresh rate that can make fast-paced visuals less smooth, the Studio 2 still maintains good image quality, whereas the Maypug 15" doesn't meet the desired standards due to a combination of screen resolution, panel type, and refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$3,300
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 costs $3,300.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.4in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Maypug 15" Laptop and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 both have good portability.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $3,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 12.7'' x 9.1'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 4.41 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 12.72" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 9.06" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2400 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 503 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"The new Surface Laptop Studio with its foldable display is supposed to replace the old Surface Book and the overall impression is good after our review. The build quality and the materials are top-notch, the performance utilization of the two components is solid and the device does not show any major flaws in terms of display or speakers, either. The folding mechanism leaves a sold impression as well, but it remains to be seen how it will hold up over the years. The so-called presentation mode is also not ideal since it covers the whole keyboard."
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