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Chuwi SurBook Mini review – 2 in 1 Tablet PC for Rs. 19,000 (approx)

Here is the review of Chuwi SurBook Mini. This is a 2 in 1 tablet PC, you can use it like a tablet or connect keyboard (sold separately) and use it like a laptop. This 2 in 1 is running Windows 10 out of the box.

This is a Intel quad core (Apollo Lake) powered 2 in 1, a tablet and a laptop. As mentioned it is running Windows 10 out of the box. There is 4GB DDR3 RAM and 64GB eMMC 5.1 internal storage. You can use the Micro SD card slot provided to increase (external) storage space of up to 128GB.

The Chuwi SurBook is the iPad Pro and Microsoft surface clone, low powered and low priced, but good enough for normal work. It is using Intel Celeron N3450 quad core processor with Intel HD Graphics 500.

Also included Dual band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, 2MP camera on the back, 2MP camera on the front, TF card slot, USB Type C port, 2x USB 3.0 ports and a 3.5mm Audio Jack. There is built in speaker and mic.

Chuwi SurBook Mini features a 10.8 inch screen with 10 point multi touch support and supporting 1920 x 1280 pixels resolution. Inside the box you will get the tablet 2 in 1 PC, power cord, adapter and user manual / warranty card.

The performance of SurBook Mini is pretty good, screen looks good, touch very responsive. For normal usage this is perfect, i.e. watching movies, listening to your favourite music, playing low end games, browsing the net, chatting, checking email, photo editing, video editing (to some extent). This definitely is not for gaming users.

Chuwi SurBook Mini houses a 8000 mAh battery that gives a really good backup time, you can expect up to 8 hours of non-stop usage. The 12V/2A charger can charge the 8000 mAh battery is just about 3 hours.

There are two accessories that you should consider buying.

Chuwi SurBook Mini Keyboard with Magnetic Docking

This is priced at $51.41, it comes with magnetic docking system, and gets power from the SurBook Mini, check the video to know more. This keyboard makes it easier if you need to type, plus the track pad gives you a laptop kind experience.

This is needed to convert the tablet to a laptop, you can also use any wireless keyboard.

Chuwi SurBook Mini HiPen H2 Stylus Pen

This Stylus Pen is priced at $19.90. The pen is not so responsive, check the video review to see it in action.

You can buy the Chuwi SurBook Mini from GearBest

Chuwi SurBook Mini Price $281.99 (Rs. 19,000 approx )

Link : https://goo.gl/TWvbP2

(make sure to use Expedited Shipping (DHL) and you will have to pay custom duty anywhere between Rs. 2000 to Rs. 5000.)

Chuwi SurBook Mini Hi Pen Active Stylus Pen $19.90 (Rs. 1322 approx ) 

Link : https://goo.gl/f9jNQm

(use Priority Line Shipping)

Chuwi SurBook Mini Keyboard with Magnetic Docking $51.41 (Rs. 3400 approx )

Link : https://goo.gl/yYJXQd

(use Priority Line Shipping)

Rating 4.2 out of 5

I have been using this SurBook Mini for quite sometime and always take it with me for events, it is compact and gives a really good battery life. I use it for editing stories and with minimal use of PhotoShop.