Battery question ...

[tropolite]

Hi All

I've got an i5/256Gb version of the SP3.

With the last round of firmware changes I noticed a significant drop in battery life and wonder if others are experiencing the same.

My SP3 being fully charged I like to unwind by playing a few games of Sudoku (specifically the Microsoft branded game with the daily challenges).
I get maybe 2.5hrs from the battery at most. The tablet is quite warm and the fan definitely kicks in.

I wouldn't think that Microsoft's Sudoku would be such a battery hog but to me it seems that way. Or is it just me?
I'd like to hear from other owners on their battery life experiences...

Cheers

 

[jesusfreak420]

I have the i7 version, and while I haven't noticed any changes in battery life since the firmware update, I don't get anywhere near Microsoft's estimated figures. I reckon I'd probably get a maximum of 3-4 hours before it dies, and that is with e-mail and general web surfing. I was surprised to see that there is no power profile options on the i7 (you cannot change it from the default power profile). I found them very useful on my Surface Pro 2 and kept the machine in Low Power mode.

 

[zepjkoh]

I definitely notice reduced battery life after the update. The fan immediately turns on when I turn on the surface and I only get a couple hours of web browsing before the surface shuts down.

 

[enthuz]

Has there been any changes or discovery on how to get the other Power Options?

 

[blue1k]

What performance profiles do you guys have selected in desktop? Balanced or Performance?
I always set mine to balanced and haven't had any issues or have had the fan come on.

 

[enthuz]

I only have the option of Balanced and nothing else.

 

[Manojkumar_25]

Install your video drive you will get all options

 

[enthuz]

Are you referring to Intel's or MS's? I have MS version 10.18.10.3496.