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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13.5" Touch i5-1235U 8GB 512GB DDR5 Platinum
A 13.5-inch touchscreen laptop with a 10-core Intel Core i5-1235U processor, 8GB DDR5 memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD running Windows 11 Home
- ColorSilver
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 12th Gen
- Number of Cores10
- CPU L3 Cache12 MB
- Screen Size13.5"
- Sharp visuals on a 13.5 inch 2256 x 1504 IPS touchscreen
- Responsive multitasking from a 10 core Intel Core i5 1235U at 1.3GHz
- Fast app loads via 512GB PCIe SSD storage
- Smooth system speed with 8GB DDR5 memory
- Ready to use with Windows 11 Home pre-installed
Ready-to-go Windows ultraportable
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 ships with Windows 11 Home, a 13.5-inch IPS touchscreen running at 2256 x 1504, an Intel Core i5-1235U processor with 10 cores and 12 MB cache, 8 GB of DDR5 memory and a 512 GB PCIe SSD. It targets students and mobile professionals who need a thin, light notebook that works straight from the box.
Upgrade from older 8 GB ultraportables
Buyers replacing a slower 8 GB laptop with mechanical storage or an earlier dual-core chip will feel the jump to 10 cores, DDR5 bandwidth and PCIe speeds most in browser-heavy workflows and light creative tasks. The lift is less noticeable if the current machine already has a quad-core 11th-generation processor and a fast SSD.
Check memory ceiling and port mix
The system maxes out at 16 GB with two slots, so 8 GB is the practical floor for future headroom. Verify that the available USB-C and USB-A ports cover your peripherals and external displays before ordering.
Highlights
- Sharp visuals on a 13.5 inch 2256 x 1504 IPS touchscreen
- Responsive multitasking from a 10 core Intel Core i5 1235U at 1.3GHz
- Fast app loads via 512GB PCIe SSD storage
- Smooth system speed with 8GB DDR5 memory
- Ready to use with Windows 11 Home pre-installed
Specifications
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Model | Surface Laptop 5 |
| Part Number | R1V-00001-C-RB |
| Color | Silver |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 12th Gen |
| Number of Cores | 10 |
| CPU L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Screen Size | 13.5" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Resolution | 2256 x 1504 |
| GPU/VPU | Integrated Graphics |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 512 GB |
| Storage Spec | 512 GB PCIe Hard Drive |
| Memory | 8GB |
| Memory Slot (Available) | 2 |
| Max Memory Supported | 16 GB |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | 802.11 |
| USB | 1 |
| HDMI | No |
| Audio Ports | Yes |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Notebook |
| Type | Home / Personal |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 12.1 x 8.8 x 0.57 |
Questions about this item
How much DDR5 memory can the Surface Laptop 5 support in total?
The system supports a maximum of 16 GB of DDR5 memory across its two slots.
Does the Intel Core i5-1235U processor require any special steps during Windows 11 Home setup?
Windows 11 Home installs normally; the 10-core processor is recognised automatically without extra drivers.
When will the 512 GB PCIe SSD need replacement under typical use?
The 512 GB PCIe solid-state drive has no moving parts and typically lasts for years before any replacement is considered.
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