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Microsoft Surface Pro 2 Review
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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Microsoft Surface Pro 2.
Setup and maintenance
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Owners recommend capping the CPU to 50% for extended battery life when watching HD videos.
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Mods and upgrades
Features and functionality
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The Surface Pro 2 can use the same EMR pen technology as Samsung Galaxy tablets.
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Windows 8 is noted for having superior touch controls compared to Windows 11, which may appeal to users prioritizing touch interface responsiveness.
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The 64GB Surface Pro 2 model offers significantly less free storage, around 5GB, impacting usability compared to higher-capacity models.
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Software and compatibility
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Using Windows 11 on a Surface Pro 2 with a lightweight setup can utilize 2GB-4GB RAM effectively.
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Installing Windows 10 LTSC on the Surface Pro 2 can enhance its performance and is supported until 2031, though some users experience random shutdowns.
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ChromeOS can be installed on the Surface Pro 2, providing a significant speed boost compared to Windows 11, especially for those focused on media consumption.
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User experience
Value and pricing
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At around $30, the Surface Pro 2 remains a viable purchase for basic tasks even in 2025.
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Use cases and applications
Build quality
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The Surface Pro 2's use of a low-power mSATA SSD enhances battery life but compromises speed due to reduced parallelism in storage modules.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 5 Ratings
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Great for running Ableton projects and portability
This machine runs large Ableton projects great and is easy to rake anywhere. It's solid with a good external audio interface for playing out.
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