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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a large, high-resolution screen and strong performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, the Razer Blade 17 is an excellent option, though it comes with less portability due to its size and shorter battery life. On the other hand, if you're looking for a balance between performance and portability, with a touchscreen and better battery life for general use and engineering tasks, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 might be more suitable, but it has a smaller screen and less raw graphical power for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
8.6
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
2400 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is good.
The Razer Blade 17 stands out for excellent gaming and 3D applications due to its top-tier Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which offers smoother visuals compared to the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2's Nvidia RTX 4060 and lower refresh rate. The Surface Laptop Studio 2, while still good for gaming and 3D tasks, provides versatility with its flexible hinge for use as a tablet, but it doesn't match the Razer's raw graphical performance.
Screen Quality
7.9
8.6
14.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2400 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
503.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The Razer Blade 17 has a better screen than the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When considering general use, both the Surface Laptop Studio 2 and Razer Blade 17 offer high-resolution displays with bright panels, ensuring crisp and clear images. For engineering and design, these laptops include wide color gamuts which provide accurate color representation, crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, their lower refresh rates may result in less fluid motion, making them less ideal for fast-paced visuals often associated with these activities.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
14.4in
SIZE
17.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has good portability, while the Razer Blade 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,300
$4,300
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has a price of $3,300 and the Razer Blade 17 costs $4,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.5
2400 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
503.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Razer Blade 17 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are both very good for general use.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 excels in general use, with ample storage and very high RAM, a quality CPU, and a high-resolution touchscreen that's bright and offers extensive color coverage, all housed in a lightweight design that enhances portability and boasts long battery life. In contrast, the Razer Blade 17, while similarly equipped with significant storage and a powerful CPU and GPU combo, showcases a larger, higher resolution display, but it is heavier, which impacts portability, and it has a shorter battery life, although it compensates with superior keyboard and speakers.
Engineering and Design
8.7
9.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
64.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 17 to be excellent for engineering and design, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is very good.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is well-suited for engineering and design thanks to its robust CPU, extensive RAM, capable GPU, and high-quality screen; it's also versatile with its convertible design for hands-on work, although it's slightly less portable than some competitors. In comparison, the Razer Blade 17 offers even greater performance for demanding tasks with its top-tier CPU and GPU, complemented by a larger, high-resolution screen, though it is heavier and less convenient to move around, making the Surface Laptop Studio 2 a better option for those prioritizing portability and touchscreen functionality.
Content Creation
8.4
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2400 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
64.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.2
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
64.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2400 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are both very good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 and Razer Blade 17 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 and the Razer Blade 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 | Razer Blade 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,300 | $4,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 9.1'' x 0.86'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 6.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.72" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 10.24" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 64 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.4" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 503 nits | 486 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
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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."
Razer Blade 17
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
Get a great deal on the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 or the Razer Blade 17
About Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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