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Quick answer
- Step 1: Identify your exact Surface model (Surface Pro / Laptop / Go / Book / Studio).
- Step 2: Check which charging port you have: USB-C, Surface Connect, or an older Surface charging port.
- Step 3: Choose a charger that meets the minimum wattage (it will charge), or the recommended wattage if you want fast charging (where supported).
USB-C vs Surface Connect (what’s the difference?)
Modern Surface devices may charge by USB-C (USB-C Power Delivery), by Surface Connect (Microsoft’s magnetic connector),
or sometimes either. The right choice depends on your model and how much power it needs.
- USB-C charging: Choose a reputable USB-C PD charger that meets the required wattage and supports the needed voltage profile (many Surface models use 15V). Use a quality cable.
- Surface Connect charging: Use a compatible Surface Connect power supply with the correct wattage.
- Older Surface charging port: Legacy models use older chargers (not USB-C and not Surface Connect).
How to find your Surface model (fast)
If you’re unsure which Surface model you have, check the Surface app on your device (it shows the exact model name). This is the most reliable way to match wattage and connector type.
How to pick the right wattage (minimum vs fast charging)
- Minimum wattage = your Surface should charge (often slowly under load).
- Recommended wattage for fast charging = best choice for quicker charge times (if your model supports fast charging).
- Higher wattage is usually fine when it’s the correct connector/standard; your device will draw what it needs. The bigger risk is the wrong port type or a low-quality charger/cable.
Surface Pro charging requirements
Devices that charge only using USB-C
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Pro 12-inch 1st Edition | 27W | 45W | Not included. |
Devices that charge using USB-C or Surface Connect
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Pro (11th Edition) with 5G | 39W | 60W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Pro (11th Edition) | 39W | 60W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Pro 10 for Business with 5G | 39W | 45W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Pro 10 for Business | 39W | 45W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Pro 9 with 5G | 39W | 60W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Pro 9 | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Pro X | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Pro 8 | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Pro 7+ | 60W | No fast charge | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Pro 7 | 60W | No fast charge | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
Devices that charge only using Surface Connect
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Pro 6 | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1800. 39W (15V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Pro (5th Gen) | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1800. 39W (15V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1800. 39W (15V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Pro (5th Gen) M3 SKU | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1735. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Pro 4 Core M SKU | 24W | No fast charge | Model 1735. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Pro 4 | 31W | No fast charge | Model 1625. 31W (12V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Pro 3 | 31W | No fast charge | Model 1625. 31W (12V @ 2.58A). |
Devices that charge only using the Surface charging port (legacy)
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Pro 2 | 48W | No fast charge | Model 1536 |
| Surface Pro (1st Gen) | 48W | No fast charge | Model 1536 |
Surface Laptop charging requirements
Devices that charge only using USB-C
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Laptop 13-inch 1st Edition | 40W | 60W | Model 2105. 45W. |
Devices that charge using USB-C or Surface Connect
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Laptop 5G for Business | 39W | 60W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Laptop (7th Edition) 15″ | 45W | 60W | Model 2062. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Laptop (7th Edition) 13.8″ | 39W | 60W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Laptop 6 for Business 15″ | 45W | 60W | Model 2062. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Laptop 6 for Business 13.5″ | 39W | 60W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Laptop 5 | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Laptop 4 | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Laptop 3 | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
Devices that charge using USB-C or a barrel-type DC connector
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Laptop SE | 45W | 45W | Barrel DC. 45W (19V @ 2.37A). |
Devices that charge only using Surface Connect
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Laptop 2 | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1800. 39W (15V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Laptop (1st Gen) | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1800. 39W (15V @ 2.58A). |
Surface Laptop Studio, Go, Book & other Surface models
Surface Laptop Studio (USB-C or Surface Connect)
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Laptop Studio 2 | 95W | 95W | Model 1798. 95W (15V @ 6.33A). |
| Surface Laptop Studio 2 (dGPU) | 120W | 120W | Model 1932. 120W (15V @ 8A). |
| Surface Laptop Studio (no Nvidia dGPU) | 60W | 60W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Laptop Studio (with Nvidia dGPU) | 95W | 95W | Model 1798. 95W (15V @ 6.33A). |
Surface Laptop Go (USB-C or Surface Connect)
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Laptop Go 3 | 39W | 39W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Laptop Go 2 | 39W | 39W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
| Surface Laptop Go | 39W | 39W | Model 1963. 39W (15V @ 2.6A). |
Surface Go (USB-C or Surface Connect)
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Go 4 | 24W | 30W | Model 1735 or 1736. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Go 3 | 24W | 30W | Model 1735 or 1736. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Go 2 with LTE Advanced | 24W | 30W | Model 1735 or 1736. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Go 2 | 24W | 30W | Model 1735 or 1736i. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Go | 24W | 24W | Model 1735 or 1736. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
| Surface Go with LTE Advanced | 24W | 24W | Model 1735 or 1736. 24W (15V @ 1.6A). |
Surface Book
Surface Book models can be power-hungry (especially dGPU versions). Using an underpowered charger may result in slow charging or battery drain while in use.
Devices that charge using USB-C or Surface Connect
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Book 3 15″ | 120W | 120W | Model 1932. 120W (15V @ 8A). |
| Surface Book 3 13.5″ (no Nvidia dGPU) | 60W | 80W | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Book 3 13.5″ (with Nvidia dGPU) | 95W | 95W | Model 1798. 95W (15V @ 6.33A). |
| Surface Book 2 15″ | 95W | No fast charge | Model 1798. 95W (15V @ 6.33A). |
| Surface Book 2 13″ (no Nvidia GPU) | 39W | No fast charge | Model 1800. 39W (15V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Book 2 13″ (with Nvidia GPU) | 95W | No fast charge | Model 1798. 95W (15V @ 6.33A). |
Devices that charge only using Surface Connect
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Book (no Nvidia GPU) | 31W | No fast charge | Model 1625. 31W (12V @ 2.58A). |
| Surface Book (with Nvidia GPU) | 60W | No fast charge | Model 1706. 60W (15V @ 4A). |
| Surface Book with Performance Base | 95W | No fast charge | Model 1798. 95W (15V @ 6.33A). |
Other Surface models
Devices that charge only using Micro USB (legacy)
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface 3 | 13W | No fast charge | Model 1623/1624/1751. 14W (5.2V @ 2.5A). |
Devices that charge only using the Surface charging port (legacy)
| Surface model | Minimum wattage | Recommended wattage (Fast charging) | Microsoft power supply info (if included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface 2 | 24W | No fast charge | Model 1512 or 1513 |
| Surface RT | 24W | No fast charge | Model 1512 or 1513 |
Common mistakes that cause slow charging
- Using the minimum wattage while multitasking: If you run heavy apps, the battery may charge very slowly (or not at all).
- USB-C cable limitations: A low-quality cable can bottleneck power delivery. Use a reputable cable rated for the charger’s output.
- Wrong connector type: Surface Connect and USB-C are not interchangeable unless your model supports both.
- Worn or damaged connector: Intermittent charging often comes from a loose USB-C port or a bent/misaligned Surface Connect tip.
FAQ
Does every Surface use the same charger?
No. Surface devices vary by connector (USB-C, Surface Connect, legacy ports) and power needs. Use the tables above to match your exact model.
Can I charge my Surface with a USB-C phone charger?
Sometimes, but it’s often too low wattage for reliable charging—especially while using the device. For best results, meet the minimum wattage (or the fast-charge recommendation where supported).
Is a higher wattage charger safe for Surface?
Generally yes if the connector/standard is correct (USB-C PD or Surface Connect). The Surface will draw what it needs, but you should avoid low-quality chargers.
Why does my Surface charge very slowly?
Most commonly: charger wattage is too low, cable is limiting USB-C power, or the port/connector is worn. Move up to the recommended fast-charge wattage and use a quality cable.
What wattage is “best” for Surface Pro?
It depends on the model. Newer Surface Pro models typically recommend 45W–60W for fast charging, while older models may not support fast charging at all.