Chuwi SurBook is one of those budget tablets aiming at provide consumers with more affordable alternative to Microsoft’s Surface range. The 2-in-1, which is made by a China-based Chuwi and maker of the Chuwi Hi10 Pro, offers similar display resolution as the Surface Pro as well as generous RAM.
Where to Buy Chuwi SurBook
Chuwi SurBook Key Specs & Features
- 12.3-inch Touch Display, 2736 x 1824 pixels (267 ppi)
- 2.2GHz quad-core Intel Celeron N3450 (Apollo Lake) CPU with 6GB RAM
- Windows 10 Home
- 64GB or 128GB Storage, up to 128GB SD card
- 5MP Rear Camera and 2MP Front Camera
- Optional Magnetic Keyboard Accessory
- Stylus Support
- 10000 mAh Li-ion Battery
Design and Display
The Chuwi SurBook doesn’t look shabby for a tablet aimed at competing with Surface hybrids on price. It flaunts a fan-less, all-metal design, which is impressive for a not overly expensive 2-in-1.
The body rocks a silver or black finish. The Chuwi SurBook tablet even features a kickstand just like a Surface. You can flip it up to 125 degrees. It comes with a backlit keyboard you can detach to use the device as a tablet.
As for the display, you get a 12.3-inch unit with a resolution comparable to that of the Surface Pro – 2736 x 1824 pixels. The touchscreen also offers 10 point multi-touch and has an aspect ratio of 3:2. Chuwi throws in a stylus offering 1024 levels of pressure sensitivity as well.
Hardware and Software
While the Chuwi SurBook may be considered a competitor of the Surface, it falls short in hardware. The Chuwi SurBook cannot be able to stand against a Surface device in terms of performance.
It comes with an Intel Apollo Lake N3450 processor, which is a far cry from the Kaby Lake Core processors on the Microsoft devices. But it is a good thing that the CPU clocks 2.2 GHz. The Chuwi SurBook also offers impressive 6 GB of RAM. So you should still get enjoyable performance as well as decently long battery life. You will be able to get the 2-in-1 in 64GB and 128GB models. Operating system of choice here is Windows 10.
Other Specs and Features
The hybrid offers a pair of 5-megapixel rear and 2-megapixel front cameras for image capturing. Chuwi SurBook features two full-size USB 3.0 ports, a USB Type-C port and a microSDXC card slot for expansion. The Chuwi SurBook will reportedly be available with a humongous 10,000mAh battery rated at an average of eight hours. Its 24W Type-C charger enables rapid charging.
Pricing and availability
The Chuwi SurBook can be pre-ordered at Indiegogo starting at $299 for 64GB model. Adding the keyboard and stylus pen will bring price to $349. Chuwi SurBook 128GB model goes for $399 with the keyboard included. You can check the Indiegogo page here.
We do not have official price or availability for Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya for now. When available, you should be able to buy the tablet at leading online stores in the countries. Chuwi SurBook Price in Nigeria is expected to range from 110,000 Naira to 195,000 Naira depending on the model and included accessories.
Chuwi SurBook Specs
Here are a few specs of the Chuwi SurBook Hybrid Tablet:
General Features
- Platform: Windows 10 Home
- Processor: Intel Celeron N3450 quad-core, up to 2.2GHz (Apollo Lake)
- GPU: Intel HD Graphics 500
- Memory: 6GB RAM
- Colours: Silver or Black
- Dimension: 297.8 x 203.3 x 9.4 mm
- Weight: starting at 967 g
- SIM Type: N/A
- SIM Count: N/A
- Keyboard: Yes, Detachable Back-lit Keyboard (Optional)
- Stylus Pen: Yes, Pen with 1024 levels of pressure (Optional)
Display
- Display: 12.3-inch Display, 2736 x 1824 pixels (267 ppi), 3:2 Aspect Ratio, 450 nits
- Screen Protection: –
Camera
- Rear Camera: 5MP Camera, 1080p HD Video
- Rear Camera Features: –
- Front Camera: 2 MP Camera
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 64GB, 128GB Storage
- Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256GB
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: No
- 2G CDMA 1X: No
- 3G WCDMA: No
- 3G CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: No
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: No
- EDGE: No
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: No
- HSPA+: No
- CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: No
- WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: No
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 4.0
- USB Port: Yes, 1 x USB 3.0 (Type A), 1 x USB Type C
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: –
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes, mp3, WAV, FLAC, eACC+
- Video Player: Yes, MPEG4, H.263, H.264, XviD
- FM Radio: No
- Loudspeaker: Yes, Stereo Speaker
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: –
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: –
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- Gyroscope: –
- Fingerprint Scanner: No
- Iris Scanner: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Traditional Voice Calls: No
- Wireless Charging: No
- Digital TV: No
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: No
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: Yes
Battery
- Battery: 10,000 mAh Li-ion Battery
- Use Time: up to 8 hours
- Video Playback: –
- Fast Charging: Yes
