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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

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The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, announced in October 2019, is the third-generation Surface Laptop and the first to add a 15-inch size and a USB-C port to the line. It comes in two distinct builds that share a name but differ under the hood: the 13.5-inch model runs 10th-gen Intel processors, while the 15-inch consumer model uses custom AMD Ryzen "Surface Edition" chips (the 15-inch sold to businesses uses Intel instead). If you have been thinking about where to sell your laptop online, our trade-in service buys it outright for cash — no buyer negotiation, no listing fees. Before selecting your configuration above, confirm two things: your screen size (13.5" vs 15") and your processor brand (Intel vs AMD), since those drive the price and determine the right page. Also make sure you have the Laptop 3 specifically — not the near-identical Laptop 2 or Laptop 4, nor the detachable Surface Pro or Surface Book lines. Match those, then choose your specs above for an instant cash offer.

Confirm your exact Surface Laptop 3

The Surface Laptop 3 looks almost identical to the Laptop 2 and Laptop 4 from the outside. The cleanest confirmation is the model/serial label and the spec readout in Windows:

13.5" — Intel Core (i5 / i7) 15" Consumer — AMD Ryzen 15" Business — Intel Core

This is the Surface Laptop 3 if…

  • It is a clamshell laptop (not a detachable tablet — that would be a Surface Pro, and not a 2-in-1 hinge — that would be a Surface Book)
  • There is a single USB-A port, a single USB-C port, a headphone jack, and a magnetic Surface Connect port — the Laptop 2 has no USB-C
  • Under Settings → System → About, the processor reads a 10th-gen Intel i5-1035G7 / i7-1065G7 (13.5") or an AMD Ryzen 5 3580U / Ryzen 7 3780U Surface Edition (15" consumer)

It is NOT this page if…

  • The processor is an 8th-gen Intel (i5-8250U / i7-8650U) → that is the Surface Laptop 2
  • The processor is an 11th-gen Intel or AMD Ryzen 4000 series → that is the Surface Laptop 4
  • The screen detaches or folds back fully → Surface Pro or Surface Book, not a Laptop

Not sure which one you have? Our guide to finding your laptop's model number walks you through locating it in Windows and on the chassis, and you can browse the full Microsoft Surface trade-in catalog to land on the right page.

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • 13.5": Quad-core 10th-gen Intel Core i5-1035G7 or i7-1065G7 (Ice Lake)
  • 15" consumer: AMD Ryzen 5 3580U or Ryzen 7 3780U Microsoft Surface Edition (4 cores)
  • 15" Business: the same 10th-gen Intel Core i5/i7 as the 13.5"

Graphics (GPU)

  • Intel models: Intel Iris Plus Graphics (G7)
  • AMD Ryzen 5: Radeon Vega 9 Surface Edition
  • AMD Ryzen 7: Radeon RX Vega 11 Surface Edition

Memory (RAM)

  • 13.5": 8GB or 16GB LPDDR4x
  • 15": 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB DDR4
  • RAM is soldered to the board on both sizes — it cannot be upgraded after purchase

Storage

  • SSD options: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
  • The drive is removable by a skilled technician only — it is not a user-serviceable, off-the-shelf upgrade and uses a proprietary form factor

Display & audio

Display

PixelSense touchscreen with a 3:2 aspect ratio and 10-point multi-touch, Surface Pen enabled. The 13.5" panel is 2256 × 1504; the 15" panel is 2496 × 1664. Both land at ~201 ppi.

Audio

Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Audio, hidden beneath the keyboard, plus dual far-field Studio Mics for clear voice capture.

Ports & connectivity

Surface Laptop 3 keeps a minimal port layout — its standout addition over the Laptop 2 is the USB-C port. There is no Thunderbolt and no SD card reader.

Left Side
  • 1× USB-A 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1× USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (USB Power Delivery; charges the laptop and drives an external display)
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone jack
Right Side
  • 1× Surface Connect port (magnetic charging and Surface Dock connection)

13.5": Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) 15": Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Bluetooth 5.0

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

Rated up to 11.5 hours of typical use on both sizes. Charges via the magnetic Surface Connect port or over USB-C. Battery health affects your final offer.

Camera & sign-in

720p HD f/2.0 front-facing camera with a near-infrared sensor for Windows Hello face authentication. Firmware TPM for enterprise-grade security.

Keyboard deck & finish

13.5" comes in Platinum or Cobalt Blue with Alcantara fabric, or Sandstone and Matte Black with a metal palm rest. The 15" is metal-only, in Platinum or Matte Black. Alcantara condition matters for resale.

Operating system

Shipped with Windows 10 Home (consumer) or Windows 10 Pro (business); free upgrade to Windows 11 available. Microsoft ended firmware/driver support in July 2024.

Weight

13.5": ≈ 2.79–2.84 lb (1,265–1,288 g) depending on finish. 15": ≈ 3.40 lb (1,542 g).

Dimensions

13.5": 308 × 223 × 14.5 mm. 15": 339.5 × 244 × 14.69 mm.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm I have the Surface Laptop 3, and which size/processor it is?
Open Settings → System → About and check the processor. A 10th-gen Intel i5-1035G7 or i7-1065G7 means the 13.5" (or the 15" Business model); an AMD Ryzen 5 3580U or Ryzen 7 3780U Surface Edition means the 15" consumer model. The presence of a USB-C port confirms it is a Laptop 3, not the older Laptop 2; an 8th-gen Intel chip points to the Laptop 2, while an 11th-gen Intel or Ryzen 4000 chip points to the Laptop 4. Our guide to finding your laptop's model number shows where to read the model and serial on the chassis too.
02 Can I upgrade the RAM or storage before selling?
No — the RAM on the Surface Laptop 3 is soldered to the motherboard on both the 13.5" and 15" models and cannot be changed. The SSD is technically removable, but only by a skilled technician following Microsoft's instructions, and it uses a proprietary form factor rather than a standard M.2 2280 drive — so it is not a practical do-it-yourself upgrade. Whatever RAM and storage tier your laptop shipped with is what determines its trade-in value, so just select your exact configuration above.
03 Should I wipe the SSD or remove it before shipping?
Back up anything you need to keep, then sign out of your Microsoft account and run a full Reset this PC → Remove everything from Windows before packing. There is no need to open the laptop or pull the SSD yourself — it is not user-removable, and our team performs certified data sanitation on every device that reaches us. You can review the full process on the data erasure protocols page.
04 Which configurations raise my Surface Laptop 3 trade-in value the most?
Higher tiers earn more: an i7 or Ryzen 7 processor, 16GB or 32GB of RAM, and a 512GB or 1TB SSD all lift the offer, and the Intel-based models generally hold value better than the 15" AMD versions. Beyond specs, condition is key — a crack-free touchscreen, clean Alcantara or metal deck, and a healthy battery matter, and including the original Surface Connect power supply helps. Compared with listing on eBay, Swappa, or Facebook Marketplace — where you handle photos, buyer questions, payment risk, and shipping — our trade-in service gives you one upfront cash quote and a free, insured prepaid label. A lot of people don't realize we buy Surface devices at all; we accept the full Surface Laptop range.
05 How fast do I get paid, and what payment methods are available?
Once your Surface Laptop 3 arrives at our facility and our team completes functional and cosmetic inspection, payment is approved within two business days. Most sellers have money in hand within roughly 5–7 business days of drop-off. You choose how to get paid: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or CashApp for fast digital transfers, or a physical check by mail. Your prepaid UPS shipping label is free and the shipment is insured.