Best Surface Book 1-3 Accessories in 2023

The perfect Surface Pen for Surface Book

Another essential accessory for Microsoft Surface Book is Microsoft Surface Pen. Surface Book has a PixelSense display that supports the latest Surface Pen technology. It offers 4,096 pressure sensitivity, tilt support, and low latency, about 27 ms, making the ink flows directly from the tip with virtually no lag at all.

The Surface Pen has 2 buttons, a Barrel button, and a tail eraser. It connects to your Surface Book via Bluetooth 4.0 and can be attached magnetically to the left side of the device.

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Reliable connectivity, customizable, rechargeable, ergonomic design

Microsoft has made Surface Precision Mouse a professional companion mouse for the Microsoft Surface Book 2. It is a well-constructed and solid mouse that is very comfortable to hold and use. It has more features and a better ergonomic design than every mouse ever designed for Microsoft Surface devices.

This mouse can be connected to three different computers via either Bluetooth 4.0 or wired USB connections. By using Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center you are able to customize the three programmable buttons and work seamlessly across those computers. It also comes with a built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion battery which can last up to 3 months on a single charge.

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This Megoo Tempered Glass Screen Protector is specially designed for Surface Book. It will protect your device’s screen from scratches, bubble-free significantly reduces smudges and fingerprints. It also features a precise cut for every single whole including Windows hello sensor and camera, front camera, light sensor, and so on. The screen protector made from a 9H hardness tempered glass providing the best protection from drops and scratches.

Protect your Surface Book's keyboard from spills and wear-out

Talking about protection, your Surface Book’s keyboard is likely needed for your attention as well. Even, it is made of high-quality material, it still getting scratches and dirt over time. You can protect your Surface Book’s keyboard with the keyboard skin cover.

This ultra-thin skin cover is made specifically for your Surface Book. Every key is perfectly molded to match each key shape and size. Moreover, It is flexible, clear, and ultra-thin makes it easy for typing. On top of that, it is also easy to apply and remove for cleaning or washing.

The perfect rugged case for Surface Book (13.5-inch)

The UAG Feather-Light Composite Surface Book Case features extreme protection for your Surface Book (13.5-inch) from drops and shock. Moreover, it also has a built-in Surface Pen storage which helps to secure your Surface Pen when you need to work with it.

This case has a dual lock for securing your Surface Book when you close the screen. Besides that, with its precisely cut out, it does not block any ports and buttons.

Fast Apps & Games Load Time with 160 MB/s Max Read Speed

Need a high-performance Micro SDXC card with better apps and games optimization for your Surface devices, this SanDisk Extreme® PRO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card is what you need. With SanDisk engineering and UHS-I enabled Surface devices, it supports data read speed up to 160 MB/s which is faster than the standard UHS-I speed of 104 MB/s. On top of that, it also supports UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) and video class 30 (V30) that can maintain a stable 30MB/s for real-time 4K video recording.

You can expect faster apps and games load performance with this card rated with A2 app performance that supports random read and write speeds up to 4000 IOPS and 2000 IOPS respectively.  It also has great protection with waterproof, temperature proof, shockproof, X-ray proof, and magnet proof to secure your data from accidentally damaged.

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Turn a MicroSD Card into a Permanent Expandable Storage for Surface Book

If you are looking to expand the storage of your Surface Book, the only thing you can do is using the SD card slot. Since it is a full-sized SD card slot, you will need a full-sized SD card or SD card adapter. However the depth of the slot is about half-length of the card, so it’s not a good idea to use the full-sized SD card as a permanent solution to expand the storage.

Fortunately, there is a MicroSD Adapter made by BASEQI that is firm and nicely fit the Microsoft Surface Book card slot without sticking out. With that said, you can now use any microSD card to expand the storage on your Surface Book. It has the same color and aluminum designed just like the Surface Book’s chassis.

2 x Compact & Multi-Stylish Metallic Non-Slip USB-C to USB-A Adapters

Charge and get the 7 ports from a single USB-C port

This is an essential USB-C Hub you should have to expand your Surface Book connectivities. It has 7 output ports including 2 x USB Type-A 3.0 ports, 1 x HDMI (4K@30Hz), 1 x MicroSD card reader, 1 x Full-size SD card reader, and 1 x USB Type-C PD charging port that supports up to 100W charging.

It's made with an anodized aluminum case to have a perfect space grey look and feel. It is small and has a slim design, it's a great portable docking solution for your laptop.

Full 10Gbps USB-C, USB-A, 4K@60Hz HDMI 2.0 Travel Hub from Microsoft

This travel hub is the first USB-C hub ever made by Microsoft. With the full USB-C adoption as we've seen in Microsoft Surface Pro X, Surface Neo, and Surface Duo, you'll definitely need a perfect Surface companion USB-C hub in order to be more productive. This elegant well-built travel hub lets you connect to different 5 ports including USB-C, USB-A, VGA, HDMI, and Gigabit Ethernet.

Both USB-C and USB-A support USB 3.2 Gen 2 with data transfers speed up to 10Gbps with pass-through charging. It is compatible with all Surface devices with USB-C ports including Surface Duo as well as Windows PC or Mac with USB-C ports.

The most compact 3-in-1 Mini USB hub

Want an ultra-small yet served the main purpose of a USB hub? Check this incredible lightweight and compact USB hub from the Onvian. By measured at 1.6 x 0.9 x 0.7 inches and single flat side design, it can be plugged into most laptops and tablets without problems.

It offers three USB ports out of a single USB port of your Surface Book. A USB port is a USB 3.0 port with a 5Gbp/s data transfer speed, while the other two ports are USB 2.0 that can transfer data at 480 Mb/s rates.

Aside from a premium charging manufacturer brand, Anker is also made a USB hub that using only the highest quality materials to maintain its leading reliability. The Anker portable USB hub with a gigabit port allows you have 3 x USB 3.0 ports and a reliable fast Gigabit port for your Surface Book.

You can carry it anywhere and at any time since the device is strong and has the MultiProect feature. It has a combination of 10 safety features to provide perfect protection for connected devices. Inside the package, you will get a USB hub with a Gigabit Ethernet port, 1.6ft/50cm USB 3.0 cable, and other documentation.

Perfect Universal USB 3.0 Docking Solution with Dual Display Output

If you can’t afford the Surface Dock or want a docking station solution that can be shared with other laptops, you can look into the USB 3.0 docking station. This Plugable universal docking station comes with a bunch of ports and allows dual video outputs via a standard USB 3.0 interface.

This dock has a sleek and modern look with a vertical design easy to stand right next to the monitor. It provides a number of ports including 2 USB 3.0, 4 USB 2.0, HDMI, DVI (can be converted to VGA with included adapter), Gigabit LAN port, earphone, and mic audio sockets.

More powerful proprietary Surface chargers

If you have multiple Surface devices that don’t have USB-C ports, you might want to look into a proprietary Surface charger. It generally provides a consistent and steady charging speed for your Surface devices. This 65W Surface charger has more than enough power to quickly charge your Surface devices.

Moreover, just like the original Surface Pro charger, this charger has an additional 5-watt USB-A port for charging your gears simultaneously. Anyway, if you want a genuine Surface charger, I recommend you pick one up at Microsoft Store with the following options.

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2-in-1 Surface Connect Car Charger

Are you using your Surface Book as your main travel machine? This KINGDO Surface Car Charger can level up your Surface Book battery while you are on the road.

This car charger output the power of 12v/2.58A or 36W powerful enough to level up your Surface Book in a fairly good charging rate. It also included a removable surface charging cable and an extra USB port with 5V/1A for charging your phones or tablets.

Full 45W charging speed with unique USB hub functionality

The ZMI PowerPack is one of the least expensive 20,000 mAh power banks available, however, it provides an incredible charging speed and functionality. With a 45-Watt charging speed, it can fully charge a Surface Pro 7 in just about 2 hours. The speed is also applied when you recharge the battery as well.

It features a unique USB Hub mode which allows you to get 2 extra USB-A ports out of a USB-C port available on the battery pack. Plus, it also comes with two cables, a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-A to USB-C/Micro-USB cable.

Most powerful Surface Portable Power Banks with Pass-Through Charging

To get started, BatPower has finally released the latest version of its ProE portable power bank series after the original version ran out of stock a while ago. The BatPower ProE 2 is even better, with a modern design for better portability. On top of that, the updated version also upgrades its power adapter's power up to 90W instead of 65W on the older one.

ProE 2 has an outstanding feature that allows you to use the included 90W power adapter to charge the power bank and Surface devices quickly, separately, or simultaneously. This means that with just one purchase, you can get a portable battery pack and a power adapter.

The Most Powerful Dock with Dual 4K@60Hz & 4 x 10Gbps USB-C ports

Microsoft Surface Dock 2 is an updated version of the long-debuted original Surface Dock since 2015. This 2020 Surface Dock 2 is a future-ready dock with 4 x USB-C and 2 x USB-A ports, all USB 3.2 Gen 2 with 10 Gpbs speed.

The new dock can also output dual 4K displays at 60Hz via DisplayPort 1.4a over USB-C available on the 2 x USB-C ports on the back of the dock. It also has a gigabit Ethernet port, a headset jack, and a power port with a 199W power adapter included in the box.

Perfect Slim Low Profile Full-size Keyboard for Surface Book

Need a full-size keyboard for your work station setup? This Microsoft Surface Keyboard is the best companion keyboard for your Surface Book. It's been designed with a soft gray finish to perfectly complement your Surface desk setup. It has a nice key travel, height, pitch, and spacing help improve your typing speed and accuracy. Optimized feedback and return force prevents accidental presses and allows for smooth, consistent action.

It also features a quiet typing experience with an optimized grip perfect for working in a quiet environment. It powered by two AAA batteries which are included in the box that can last up to 12 months. It connect to your Surface Book via Bluetooth 4.0 connection.

It is a pack of two 24” LED LCD monitors. Each monitor features an ultra-thin bezel for a better viewing experience. The monitors do not take up a lot of space, making them suitable for dual and multi-monitor setups. Designed to display clear images, these monitors have a 1920 x 1200 maximum resolution.

Furthermore, the monitors integrate an anti-glare feature to protect the eyes from hurting during use. The monitors are easy to operate, thanks to the language selection feature. Also, they can assure you of comfort during use because of the 180-degree rotation style, tiltable, and pivoting base. The monitor can connect to a range of devices using two HDMI ports, USB ports, DisplayPort out, audio line out, and a mini DisplayPort.

Professional Detachable Folio Case for 13.5-inch Surface Book (13.5-inch)

The next case is a kind of folio case which is exclusively designed for the 13.5-inch Surface Book, Surface Book, and Surface Book with Performance Base. It comes with a two tones design with a high-quality PU leather exterior for a professional-looking. This case can protect your laptop and allows you to work when and wherever you go without removing the case. It comes with two separate sections to maintain the detachable functionality of the laptop, so you can transition between tablet and laptop mode without interruption.

With the included pen loop, you can securely keep your Surface Pen with you to handle any drawing tasks on the go. To prevent accidentally opening the laptop, it also comes with an elastic strap to easily secure the device closure. The case also available in several colors, so there's always one for you.

Flexible in Writing and Drawing.

The new Microsoft Surface Pen has major improvements including more pressure sensitivity (4096) and a replaceable pen tip. The default pen tip that came along with the new Surface Pen is an HB pen tip.

This Surface Pen Tip kit has 4 pen tips that allow you to better customize your drawing or your writing. Those available pen tips 2H, H, HB, and B differ by the pencil softness.

Protect your Surface Pen & Pen Tip Kit while on the go.

Worry about losing, scratching, or damaging your Surface Pen while you're on the move, this hard EVA travel case from Hermitshell can solve your problems. It's designed to perfectly fit your Surface Pen and its spare batteries and pen tip kit. On top of that, it has built-in straps for securing your Surface Pen and its accessories from sliding around.

The case itself secured with a dual smooth zipper that easy to grab and pull. Moreover, it also comes with a hook easy to attach to your messenger bag or backpack with ease.

Project your screen wirelessly to a TV

This Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter allows you to share what’s on your device on an HDTV, monitor, or projector wirelessly. This adapter uses the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Miracast® technology, so every device that supports the technology including your smartphones, tablets, and other laptops can connect to this device as well.

This adapter is really portable and easy to connect. To install this adapter, you just plug the adapter’s USB and HDMI into appropriate ports on your HDTV. In addition, this adapter can deliver a reliable connection with up to a 23-foot or 7 meters range.

Enjoy a better gaming experience whenever you are

Do you want to play games on your new Surface Book? The new Surface Book comes with the latest Intel® processors that have a better graphics performance than its predecessors. It can run most games in a playable setting without any issues.

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