Battery life for Surface

To get the most out of your Surface battery, here are some things to try.

1. Make sure your Surface is using the battery power with the best balance of battery life and performance:

   Here's how to check:

   • For Windows 11: Select Start > Settings > System > Power & battery > Energy recommendations.

     Open Energy recommendations

   • For Windows 10:  Select Start > Settings > System > Power & battery > Power mode.

     Open Power & battery

2. Find out which apps are using the most battery, see Maximize your Surface battery life.

3. Check the latest updates to keep your Surface running smoothly. To start your update, select Check for Windows updates.

Looking for info about how to maximize battery health? See Caring for your Surface battery.