i have a surface pro 7 and im about to about to buy one of these. Ive been trying to avoid it because of the price however all the other cheaper docks i have tried either do not work properly or they break down pretty quickly. I think its worth the price to know that this thing will work as intended. I do appreciate the build quality of Microsoft's surface hardware and im hoping this is no different. Im pretty rough with my surface, including the charger, keyboard, and pen and they have never given me any issues at all. I use them for work and i can always count on them to get the job done. i dont mind paying extra for that peace of mind. Thank you for the video. The information you provided cleared some things up for me.
Nice review. I was thinking of getting the original one for my Surface Laptop Go. Which is prob a good idea since my other Surface device is the original Surface Book.
Great Video... who knows how I can connect a 3rd screen via USB-C port in the front of Surface Dock 2. I have a DisplayPort to USB-C cable that I want to connect to the front USB-C port Thank you
The reason why it's surface port vs type c is it is partially designed for surface upto surface 7 which doesnt have USB C. In my situation with a surface 6, I now have 4 usb C, fantastic and about time!
can you use this dock and surface when the surface is closed? basically make it a desktop when at the office? I want to use larger monitors without having to use the smaller surface screen. Want to just plug it in and shut it and set it to the side and use the monitors. Is this possible?
Agreed! I would put those on the back and leave the front open to items I would switch in and out like phones being charged or drives. Now one idea... just an idea/excuse... is maybe people tend to forget to disconnect those connections and they just snatch the dock when in a hurry. 🤷🏾
How is "not compatible" with surface pro 4 and book 1? They both have surface connect, so im just wondering how that works. Will it not just work? Or will it work but is not "officially supported" My problem here is that i have a Surface Pro 5 and Book 1. So do i buy the dock 2 or just stick with the dock 1? I mean the dock 1 says it only supports Pro 3, pro 4 and book 1 but it works fine with the Pro 5. I just want the usb c ports really.
I have a Surface Pro 5 and a Surface Laptop 1 and an ultrawide monitor with a 5120x1440 res. Will the dock 2 work for me? The dock 1 can't push enough pixels!
I don't own a Surface device myself but regardless, I'm just wondering: given all the tech you have at home, do you personally think it's worthwhile to get one; At what point would it make sense to get one? And lastly, what electronics that one would generally have at home render the Surrface dock rather pointless?
This dock is for very specific people. Basically if you have a new surface and want to push two 4k displays at 60hz. If that's not your goal there are cheaper options but at the end of the day it is a quality dock with fast ports. So yes I would recommend if you have a newer model surface.
Hey thanks for your valuable review; I am SP6 owner... with built in Mini Display port..... MS replaced them with USB C ports on the Surface Dock2... how can I connect my surface Pro 6 to a 4K 60fp monitor ?...Which dongle do I need..? thanks for your time
The Dock 2 does not support 4K @ 60 Hz for the SP6. If you're just looking to connect directly to a monitor from the SP6, I strongly recommend just picking up a cable that you can leave plugged into your monitor. If you're looking for docking capability, I recommend looking for the original Surface Dock.
Thank you so much Rutha Gurjar... I just picked up a Belkin cable connecting the mini display port from the SP6 to my 27" AOC monitor..... it works fine and I leave it plugged in the monitor if I use the SP6 in Tablet mode... subscribed also to your interesting channel
I have the surface book 3 with the dock 2 and cant get a dual monitor setup to work- any clue what would cause this. Currently running two hdmi to usb-c adapters off my monitors to the usb-c display ports on the dock 2-
That sounds like it could be an issue with the dock. All I can think is make sure you have all the driver updates and try swapping the USB C adapters and see if you have a bad one. Next step is email Microsoft.
What cables do you recommend to connect my 34" curved dell and my 27 Asus? I just bought the Surface Book 3 with the new Dock 2 and am replacing my Surface Book 2 with the original Dock. I was connecting DP to mini-DP on both the Dell and Asus. Obviously the new Dock 2 has only USB-C's. Should I get the DP to USB-C or the HDMI 2.0 to USB-C?
@@technogi5222 Thanks for your input. It seems there is a footrace between who is best DP 1.4 or HDMI 2.1. I understand the main difference is that if you want to string more than two monitors, DP is the best way to go, as you can string series with them. I went ahead and ordered the HDMI earlier today, but will let you know if this doesn't work.
I don't really see the proprietary connector as a con as they are specifically made for what you bought for in the first place... a Surface device. Now if they would have mad it a type C dock then it's useless to Surface owners.
@@gregoryhoward7594 Apple is Apple , Microsoft is Microsoft. If they started copying each other, everyone would just rant oon how they copied this, they copied that
My dock 2 wont display two external screens with my surface laptop, says there's not enough USB power but both screens are mains powered. ...any ideas?
You can get loads of similar products for less than 50 bucks, I have done as much. Sure, I assume this works better and is very convenient and a single device. But that price point is just fantastical. I have no idea what the value proposition is here, and I've used my surface plugged into a monitor and keyboard for like that for ages
Thanks for showing the Ethernet speeds, doesn’t make much sense to me if they are talking up this 10gb/s bandwidth but can’t support a .5gb/s Ethernet connection. Regardless not going with a surface after all, cheers
Well It is not the Surface itself. The original Surface Dock did not seem to have this issue. maybe a Firm ware update can fix it. I wouldn't let this dissuade you from getting a Surface, just get a USB type C dock instead or do not use the ethernet port.
Yeee, this is so underwhelming. for 400 Bucks Canadian you're best off just buying a Type-C Hub or somethin' and here i was sorta thinking of getting this, i mean it's nice it has extra Type A & C ports but yeah, that price point... it's like Apple selling an AC Power Adapter for $500 for their iMacs
The Ethernet Speed Issue has been resolved. I am now getting MAX speeds with ethernet!
I was just about to comment because mine came in a few days ago and I'm getting max speed as well.
Absolutely is. I got 850 download speed today.
The biggest point missed out here is that the surface dock is a powered dock, not just a dock dongle.
i have a surface pro 7 and im about to about to buy one of these. Ive been trying to avoid it because of the price however all the other cheaper docks i have tried either do not work properly or they break down pretty quickly. I think its worth the price to know that this thing will work as intended. I do appreciate the build quality of Microsoft's surface hardware and im hoping this is no different. Im pretty rough with my surface, including the charger, keyboard, and pen and they have never given me any issues at all. I use them for work and i can always count on them to get the job done. i dont mind paying extra for that peace of mind. Thank you for the video. The information you provided cleared some things up for me.
Best review in town
All the info i needed
great job
Thanks
Does the surface book 2 15" support the 190W or does the battery still drains?
can it connect directly to port on detached screen?
Its worth mentioning the weight: 1.13 lb (515 g). For me thats actially a plus if it never leaves my desk, but too much for travel.
Also, Microsoft now offering their Dock 2 on sale for $179. Best Buy will match it once you show them the Microsoft Web page.
Nice review. I was thinking of getting the original one for my Surface Laptop Go. Which is prob a good idea since my other Surface device is the original Surface Book.
Most generic usb-c dock dont work at 4k@60hz.
But i dont need the newer dock either for now
Thanks for the great review! Do you have a recommendation for dual monitors that are directly compatible with this dock?
Decent USB-C to HDMI cables that do higher resolutions are hard to find in OZ.
Great Video... who knows how I can connect a 3rd screen via USB-C port in the front of Surface Dock 2. I have a DisplayPort to USB-C cable that I want to connect to the front USB-C port Thank you
The reason why it's surface port vs type c is it is partially designed for surface upto surface 7 which doesnt have USB C. In my situation with a surface 6, I now have 4 usb C, fantastic and about time!
exceptional quality for such a small channel subed
Thank you.
Exactly what I was looking for, thank you very much!
Thanks, much appreciated review
Really useful review. Thanks
Awesome review, thanks. Just got one.
Which Surface are you using? I have the Surface Book 2, and I'm unclear which Dock is right for it. Thanks, Tony.
At this point I'm not using a Surface pro. The only surface I use is my Duo.
Thank you very much. I will purchase one through your link.
can you use this dock and surface when the surface is closed? basically make it a desktop when at the office? I want to use larger monitors without having to use the smaller surface screen. Want to just plug it in and shut it and set it to the side and use the monitors.
Is this possible?
Yes, just have to enable it all in your settings
Good job man, keep it going!
My logic says your "front" is the back in fact ! Why would you connect screens and even worse, ethernet, up front ?
Agreed! I would put those on the back and leave the front open to items I would switch in and out like phones being charged or drives.
Now one idea... just an idea/excuse... is maybe people tend to forget to disconnect those connections and they just snatch the dock when in a hurry. 🤷🏾
How is "not compatible" with surface pro 4 and book 1? They both have surface connect, so im just wondering how that works. Will it not just work? Or will it work but is not "officially supported" My problem here is that i have a Surface Pro 5 and Book 1. So do i buy the dock 2 or just stick with the dock 1? I mean the dock 1 says it only supports Pro 3, pro 4 and book 1 but it works fine with the Pro 5. I just want the usb c ports really.
What is the theoretical maximum monitor you can drive with a USB-C dock on the Surface Book 3?
I have a Surface Pro 5 and a Surface Laptop 1 and an ultrawide monitor with a 5120x1440 res. Will the dock 2 work for me? The dock 1 can't push enough pixels!
I don't own a Surface device myself but regardless, I'm just wondering: given all the tech you have at home, do you personally think it's worthwhile to get one;
At what point would it make sense to get one? And lastly, what electronics that one would generally have at home render the Surrface dock rather pointless?
This dock is for very specific people. Basically if you have a new surface and want to push two 4k displays at 60hz. If that's not your goal there are cheaper options but at the end of the day it is a quality dock with fast ports. So yes I would recommend if you have a newer model surface.
so this dock cant be paired for a surface product combined with a PC?
Doesn't the permanent power supply damage the surface laptop battery? I thought it is the right way to have charging cycles ... 🤔
From my understanding most modern laptops don’t have that issue anymore with lithium batteries
Hey thanks for your valuable review; I am SP6 owner... with built in Mini Display port..... MS replaced them with USB C ports on the Surface Dock2... how can I connect my surface Pro 6 to a 4K 60fp monitor ?...Which dongle do I need..? thanks for your time
The Dock 2 does not support 4K @ 60 Hz for the SP6. If you're just looking to connect directly to a monitor from the SP6, I strongly recommend just picking up a cable that you can leave plugged into your monitor. If you're looking for docking capability, I recommend looking for the original Surface Dock.
Thank you so much Rutha Gurjar... I just picked up a Belkin cable connecting the mini display port from the SP6 to my 27" AOC monitor..... it works fine and I leave it plugged in the monitor if I use the SP6 in Tablet mode... subscribed also to your interesting channel
So I have the surface Pro 4. It will still work but I wont get the 60 hz corrct. Ill just get the 30?
Is the usbc thunderbolt?
No it is not.
Now that the prices have dropped from 260+ to 160+ I'm considering getting one.
With my luck they will put out a better dock right after I buy it. 😄
Has anyone tried this port on surface notebook 2
Hey! Will it work with a surface laptop 2?
I think the reason it’s so expensive is that it can drive two 4K at 60 hertz. It’s hard to find something that can do that under 200-250
I agree 👍
Yes, it’s too expensive. Hidock h1 is cheaper but supports 60Hz dual-screen display.
I have the surface book 3 with the dock 2 and cant get a dual monitor setup to work- any clue what would cause this. Currently running two hdmi to usb-c adapters off my monitors to the usb-c display ports on the dock 2-
That sounds like it could be an issue with the dock. All I can think is make sure you have all the driver updates and try swapping the USB C adapters and see if you have a bad one. Next step is email Microsoft.
1:58 haha he said backside
does it work with surface pro x
It does work with the X. Thats what I have.
I’m still confused. Does the dock have thunder bolt 3 or just USB c?
No TB just type C
What cables do you recommend to connect my 34" curved dell and my 27 Asus? I just bought the Surface Book 3 with the new Dock 2 and am replacing my Surface Book 2 with the original Dock. I was connecting DP to mini-DP on both the Dell and Asus. Obviously the new Dock 2 has only USB-C's. Should I get the DP to USB-C or the HDMI 2.0 to USB-C?
I am far from a cable expert. I do not want to steer you wrong but I would go with the DP cables to USB C over the HDMI.
@@technogi5222 Thanks for your input. It seems there is a footrace between who is best DP 1.4 or HDMI 2.1. I understand the main difference is that if you want to string more than two monitors, DP is the best way to go, as you can string series with them. I went ahead and ordered the HDMI earlier today, but will let you know if this doesn't work.
I don't really see the proprietary connector as a con as they are specifically made for what you bought for in the first place... a Surface device. Now if they would have mad it a type C dock then it's useless to Surface owners.
Apples has been doing it for the life of their products. 🤷🏾
@@gregoryhoward7594 Apple is Apple , Microsoft is Microsoft. If they started copying each other, everyone would just rant oon how they copied this, they copied that
My dock 2 wont display two external screens with my surface laptop, says there's not enough USB power but both screens are mains powered. ...any ideas?
Dock 2 is a piece of shit. I have 2x surface book 3 15 and they all say not enough power. Usb disconnects 20 times an hour.
@@highlander5304 I found my issue, I was using 1x VGA and 1x HDMI, fixed by switching to 2x display port. But agreed what a piece of overpriced junk
Have you actually tested it? I have 2 Surface Book 3 15, and USB devices disconnect multiple times in hour. Constant freezing, etc.
have you resolved this? my dock is messing up as well.
ping is 2x smaller, sometines this is more important than data transfer speed
Can surface dock 1 work with surface pro 7? Thanks!
It will yes. I have tried this.
I get 1mbps... damn I hate satellite internet... finger crossed for Starlink!!!
does it work with surface pro 6?
Sure does.
You can get loads of similar products for less than 50 bucks, I have done as much. Sure, I assume this works better and is very convenient and a single device. But that price point is just fantastical. I have no idea what the value proposition is here, and I've used my surface plugged into a monitor and keyboard for like that for ages
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Thanks for showing the Ethernet speeds, doesn’t make much sense to me if they are talking up this 10gb/s bandwidth but can’t support a .5gb/s Ethernet connection. Regardless not going with a surface after all, cheers
Well It is not the Surface itself. The original Surface Dock did not seem to have this issue. maybe a Firm ware update can fix it. I wouldn't let this dissuade you from getting a Surface, just get a USB type C dock instead or do not use the ethernet port.
This issue has now been resolved.
Yeee, this is so underwhelming. for 400 Bucks Canadian you're best off just buying a Type-C Hub or somethin' and here i was sorta thinking of getting this, i mean it's nice it has extra Type A & C ports but yeah, that price point... it's like Apple selling an AC Power Adapter for $500 for their iMacs
this thing fucking blows, it can't even run 1 120hz 1440p monitor. it literally breaks itself too when you try. shit product, AVOID