Microsoft Corporation is an American technology company known by its line of computer operating systems. Its headquarters are located in Redmond, Washington in the United States. Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975 to convert and sell BASIC, a computer programming language, for the Altair 8800, a personal computer. Microsoft oversees the development, production, licensure, and selling of computer software, social networking services, cloud computing, video games, and personal computers. The company is the third US public company that is valued at more than $1 trillion following Apple and Amazon. Microsoft’s most popular products are the Microsoft Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Skype, Xbox, LinkedIn, One Drive, and Internet Explorer.

Who were the founders of Microsoft?

Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen who were childhood friends. Its headquarters were originally based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, but later moved to Washington State. Paul Allen quit his job as a programmer in Boston, Massachusetts, and Bill Gates left Harvard University to focus on creating Microsoft.

When was Microsoft founded?

Microsoft was founded on April 4, 1975, and was originally named Micro-Soft, due to its microprocessors and software. Microsoft was created to produce software for the Altair 8800, a personal computer. Microsoft quickly became a success and by the end of 1978, it had made more than $1 million in sales.

What products is Microsoft known for today?

The products that Microsoft is known for today are its software products that include the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suites, and the Internet Explorer as well as Edge web browsers. Its other products include the flagship hardware products like the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of computers.

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5’10” | 1.78 m
October 28, 1955
Bill Gates
178.000
1955.00
321000
GUIDE
3D
Bill Gates
9.14” | 23.2 cm
12.3” | 31.2 cm
.59”-9” | 1.5-2.3 cm
3.62 lb | 1.64 kg
2017
Microsoft Surface Book 2 (13.5”)
23.200
31.200
2.300
1.640
2017.00
77000
https://p3d.in/e/CjO3d
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3D
Microsoft Surface Book 2 (13.5”)3D model of the Microsoft Surface Book 2 (13.5”) viewed in perspective3D model of the Microsoft Surface Book 2 (13.5”) viewed in perspective
9.87” | 25.1 cm
13.5” | 34.3 cm
.57”-.9” | 1.5-2.3 cm
4.2 lb | 1.91 kg
2017
Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15”)
25.100
34.300
2.300
1.910
2017.00
77000
https://p3d.in/e/lkA3E
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3D
Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15”)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15”)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Book 2 (15”)
6.9” | 17.5 cm
9.65” | 24.5 cm
.33" | .83 cm
1.17 lb | .53 kg
2018
Microsoft Surface Go
17.500
24.500
0.830
0.530
2018.00
124000
https://p3d.in/e/JVZLy
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3D
Microsoft Surface GoView of the Microsoft Surface Go in 3D available for downloadView of the Microsoft Surface Go in 3D available for download
29.2” | 74.1 cm
43.2” | 109.7 cm
3” | 7.6 cm
61.6 lb | 28 kg
2019
Microsoft Surface Hub 2S
74.100
109.700
7.600
28.000
2019.00
1900
https://p3d.in/e/Q7JjH
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3D
Microsoft Surface Hub 2S3D model of the Microsoft Surface Hub 2S viewed in perspective3D model of the Microsoft Surface Hub 2S viewed in perspective
8.79” | 22.3 cm
12.13” | 30.81 cm
.57” | 1.45 cm
2.83 lb | 1.28 kg
2018
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2
22.300
30.810
1.450
1.280
2018.00
18000
https://p3d.in/e/Eniea
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3D
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2Perspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 2Perspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 2
8.8” | 22.33 cm
12.1” | 30.8 cm
.57” | 1.45 cm
2.84 lb | 1.29 kg
2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (13.5”)
22.330
30.800
1.450
1.290
2019.00
38500
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3D
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (13.5”)View of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (13.5”) in 3D available for downloadView of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (13.5”) in 3D available for download
9.6” | 24.4 cm
13.4” | 33.95 cm
.57” | 1.45 cm
3.4 lb | 1.54 kg
2019
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”)
24.400
33.950
1.450
1.540
2019.00
38500
https://p3d.in/e/T215i
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3D
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”)3D model of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) viewed in perspective3D model of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) viewed in perspective
7.9” | 20.1 cm
11.5” | 29.2 cm
.33” | .85 cm
1.73 lb | .784 kg
2017
Microsoft Surface Pro (5th Gen)
20.100
29.200
0.850
0.784
2017.00
6400
https://p3d.in/e/Xbh29
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3D
Microsoft Surface Pro (5th Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Pro (5th Gen)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Pro (5th Gen)
7.9” | 20.1 cm
11.5” | 29.2 cm
.33” | .85 cm
1.73 lb | .784 kg
2018
Microsoft Surface Pro 6
20.100
29.200
0.850
0.784
2018.00
49000
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Microsoft Surface Pro 6View of the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 in 3D available for downloadView of the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 in 3D available for download
7.9” | 20.1 cm
11.5” | 29.2 cm
.33” | .85 cm
1.74 lb | .79 kg
2019
Microsoft Surface Pro 7
20.100
29.200
0.850
0.790
2019.00
69000
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3D
Microsoft Surface Pro 73D model of the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 viewed in perspective3D model of the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 viewed in perspective
8.2” | 20.8 cm
11.3” | 28.7 cm
.28” | .73 cm
1.7 lb | .774 kg
2019
Microsoft Surface Pro X
20.800
28.700
0.730
0.774
2019.00
31800
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Microsoft Surface Pro XPerspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Pro XPerspective view of a 3D model of the Microsoft Surface Pro X
17.3” | 43.9 cm
25.1” | 63.74 cm
.5” | 1.25 cm
21 lb | 9.56 kg
2018
Microsoft Surface Studio 2
43.900
63.740
1.250
9.560
2018.00
15700
https://p3d.in/e/GiRp7
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3D
Microsoft Surface Studio 2View of the Microsoft Surface Studio 2 in 3D available for downloadView of the Microsoft Surface Studio 2 in 3D available for download
Xbox
983000
3.58” | 91 mm
12.6” | 320 mm
10.2” | 259.1 mm
8.8 lb | 4 kg
2001-2009
Xbox
9.100
32.000
25.910
4.000
2001.00
983000
GUIDE
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Xbox
Xbox 360
106000
3.1” | 78.7 mm
12.2” | 309.9 mm
10.6” | 269.2 mm
7.7 lb | 3.5 kg
2005-2016
Xbox 360
7.870
30.990
26.920
3.500
2005.00
106000
GUIDE
3D
Xbox 360
4.13” | 105 mm
6.05” | 154 mm
2.41” | 61.3 mm
9.5 oz | .27 kg
2005
Xbox 360 Controller
10.500
15.400
6.130
0.270
2005.00
44000
GUIDE
3D
Xbox 360 Controller
5.5” | 139.7 mm
7” | 177.8 mm
2.7” | 68.6 mm
19.4 oz | .55 kg
2001
Xbox Controller
13.970
17.780
6.860
0.550
2001.00
90000
GUIDE
3D
Xbox Controller
Xbox One
431000
3.1” | 78.7 mm
13.1” | 332.7 mm
10.8” | 275 mm
7.8 lb | 3.54 kg
2013
Xbox One
7.870
33.270
27.500
3.540
2013.00
431000
GUIDE
3D
Xbox One
4.01” | 101.9 mm
6.02” | 152.9 mm
2.4” | 61 mm
9.9 oz | .28 kg
2013
Xbox One Controller
10.190
15.290
6.100
0.280
2013.00
141000
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Xbox One Controller
2.5” | 63.5 mm
11.6” | 294.6 mm
9.0” | 228.6 mm
6.4 lb | 2.9 kg
2016
Xbox One S
6.350
29.460
22.860
2.900
2016.00
154000
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Xbox One S
2.36” | 59.9 mm
11.81” | 300 mm
9.45” | 240 mm
8.4 lb | 3.81 kg
2017
Xbox One X
5.990
30.000
24.000
3.810
2017.00
285000
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Xbox One X
10.83” | 27.5 cm
5.94” | 15.1 cm
2.56” | 6.5 cm
4.25 lb | 1.93 kg
November 10, 2020
Xbox Series S
27.500
15.100
6.500
1.930
2020.00
3100000
GUIDE
3D
Xbox Series SPerspective view of a 3D model of the Xbox Series SPerspective view of a 3D model of the Xbox Series S
11.85” | 30.1 cm
5.94” | 15.1 cm
5.94” | 15.1 cm
9.7 lb | 4.4 kg
2020
Xbox Series X
30.100
15.100
15.100
4.400
2020.00
155000
GUIDE
3D
Xbox Series X
Xbox Series X
Series of scaled illustrations comparing the size of the XBox Series X to related video game consoles

The Xbox Series X is Microsoft’s fourth-generation home video game console for the Xbox family of products to be released in late 2020 succeeding Xbox One and competing with other game consoles like the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Its announcement was made in 2019 at the 25th Electronic Entertainment Expo under the codename “Project Scarlett.”

Noticeable features for the Xbox Series X are higher resolution display (8k resolution), reduced load times, real-time ray-tracing, and improved hardware. Microsoft also intends to ensure that the Xbox Series X is compatible with accessories, controllers, and games supported by previous Xbox series (Xbox One and Xbox 360) and streamline games through its online service Xbox Live.

The XBox Series X has a height of 11.85” (30.1 cm), width of 5.94” (15.1 cm), depth of 5.94” (15.1 cm), and weight of 9.7 lb (4.4 kg). The resolution of the XBox Series X is 7680 × 4320 px.

Set of dimensioned elevation drawings of the Xbox Series X measured with height, width, and depth
The Xbox Series X is Microsoft’s upcoming fourth-generation home video game console for the Xbox family of products to be released in late 2020 succeeding Xbox One. Its announcement was made in 2019 at the 25th Electronic Entertainment Expo under the codename “Project Scarlett.”

The XBox Series X has a height of 11.85” (30.1 cm), width of 5.94” (15.1 cm), depth of 5.94” (15.1 cm), and weight of 9.7 lb (4.4 kg). The resolution of the XBox Series X is 7680 × 4320 px.

Set of dimensioned elevation drawings of the Xbox Series X measured with height, width, and depth
Xbox Series X
Height:
11.85” | 30.1 cm
Width:
5.94” | 15.1 cm
Length:
Depth:
5.94” | 15.1 cm
Resolution (Max)
7680 × 4320 px
Weight:
9.7 lb | 4.4 kg
Area:
Storage
Designer
Microsoft
Release
2020

Drawings include:
Xbox Series X front elevation, top

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Microsoft Surface Pro 6

The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is a sixth-generation 2-in-1 detachable tablet computer released by Microsoft in 2018 and also referred to as Surface Pro 1796. It was available in several storage options, business and consumer models with the business model using Windows 10 Pro and the consumer model Windows 10 Home and was also available in Matte Black color option not seen in previous Surface Pro models.

The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 has height of 7.9” (20.1 cm), width of 11.5” (29.2 cm), depth of .33” (.85 cm), and weighs 1.73 lb (.784 kg). The screen size is 12.3” (31.2 cm) with a resolution of 2736 x 1824 px at 267 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 measured with height, width, and depth and resolution
The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is a sixth-generation 2-in-1 detachable tablet computer released by Microsoft in 2018 and also referred to as Surface Pro 1796. It was available in several storage options, business and consumer models using variations of Windows 10 Pro and Home.

The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 has height of 7.9” (20.1 cm), width of 11.5” (29.2 cm), depth of .33” (.85 cm), and weighs 1.73 lb (.784 kg). The screen size is 12.3” (31.2 cm) with a resolution of 2736 x 1824 px at 267 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 measured with height, width, and depth and resolution
Microsoft Surface Pro 6
Height:
7.9” | 20.1 cm
Width:
11.5” | 29.2 cm
Length:
Depth:
.33” | .85 cm
Display Size
12.3” | 31.2 cm
Resolution
2736 x 1824 px; 267 ppi
Weight:
1.73 lb | .784 kg
Area:
Storage
128, 256, 512 GB, or 1TB
Designer
Microsoft
Year
2018

Drawings include:
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 front elevation (screen), side (screen), side (keyboard), top (keyboard)

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Xbox Controller

The Xbox Controller is the sixth generation video game controller released by Microsoft in 2000, primarily for Microsoft’s Xbox home video game console. The original controller was called the “Duke” or “Fatty” and received lots of criticism for its bulky and oversized nature that made it feature in the Guinness World Records Gamer’s Edition 2008 for being the biggest controller.

Today, it spots a smaller and light structure ideal for smaller hands with Xbox systems available in all the territories it is sold and the larger controller being available as an optional accessory. Its features include two analog triggers, dual vibration motors, two analog sticks, back and start button, and digital directional pads.

The Xbox Controller has a height of 5.5” (139.7 mm), width of 7” (177.8 mm), depth of 2.7” (68.6 mm), and approximate weight of 19.4 oz (.55 kg).

Set of dimensioned elevation drawings of the Xbox Controller measured with height, width, and depth
The Xbox Controller is the sixth generation video game controller released by Microsoft in 2000, primarily for Microsoft’s Xbox home video game console. The original controller was called the “Duke” or “Fatty” and received lots of criticism for its bulky and oversized nature.

The Xbox Controller has a height of 5.5” (139.7 mm), width of 7” (177.8 mm), depth of 2.7” (68.6 mm), and approximate weight of 19.4 oz (.55 kg).

Set of dimensioned elevation drawings of the Xbox Controller measured with height, width, and depth
Xbox Controller
Height:
5.5” | 139.7 mm
Width:
7” | 177.8 mm
Length:
Depth:
2.7” | 68.6 mm
Weight:
19.4 oz | .55 kg
Area:
Designer
Microsoft
Released
2001

Drawings include:
Xbox Controller front elevation, top, side

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Microsoft Surface Studio 2

The Microsoft Surface Studio 2 is a second-generation desktop computer released in 2018 by Microsoft under its family of Surface series and Windows-based personal computer and as a successor of the Surface Studio. It uses Windows 10 and is perfect for those in creative industries like designers and artists. The device was built entirely by Microsoft from the ground up, with noticeable features such as high performing GPU and top resolution display.

The Microsoft Surface Studio 2 has height of 17.3” (43.9 cm), width of 25.1” (63.74 cm), depth of .5” (1.25 cm), and weighs 21 lb (9.56 kg). The screen size is 28” (71.1 cm) with a resolution of 4500 x 3000 px at 192 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Microsoft Surface Studio 2 measured with height, width, and depth and resolution
The Microsoft Surface Studio 2 is a second-generation desktop computer released in 2018 by Microsoft under its family of Surface series and Windows-based personal computer and as a successor of the Surface Studio. It uses Windows 10 and is perfect for those in creative industries.

The Microsoft Surface Studio 2 has height of 17.3” (43.9 cm), width of 25.1” (63.74 cm), depth of .5” (1.25 cm), and weighs 21 lb (9.56 kg). The screen size is 28” (71.1 cm) with a resolution of 4500 x 3000 px at 192 ppi.

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Microsoft Surface Studio 2 measured with height, width, and depth and resolution
Microsoft Surface Studio 2
Height:
17.3” | 43.9 cm
Width:
25.1” | 63.74 cm
Length:
Depth:
.5” | 1.25 cm
Display Size
28” | 71.1 cm
Resolution
4500 x 3000 px; 192 ppi
Weight:
21 lb | 9.56 kg
Area:

Base:

Width: 9.8” | 25 cm
Height: 8.7” | 22 cm

Depth: 1.3” | 3.2 cm

Storage
1 or 2TB
Designer
Microsoft
Year
2018

Drawings include:
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 front elevation (screen), side (screen), front (base), side (base)

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”)

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15") boost to be the first laptop to use an AMD Ryzen processor and packs the most extended battery life among the Surface series. It is lightweight, slim with an attractive metal design, and comfortable keyboard making it ideal for remote workers. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15") also has a business version that uses 10th Gen Intel processors that fixed several flows that came with the AMD model.

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) has height of 9.6” (24.4 cm), width of 13.4” (33.95 cm), depth of .57” (1.45 cm), and weighs 3.4 lb (1.54 kg). The screen size is 15” (38.1 cm) with a resolution of 2496 x 1664 px at 201 ppi.

Dimensioned drawings of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) with height, width, and depth labeled in elevation
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15") boost to be the first laptop to use an AMD Ryzen processor and packs the most extended battery life among the Surface series. It is lightweight, slim with an attractive metal design, and comfortable keyboard making it ideal for remote workers.

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) has height of 9.6” (24.4 cm), width of 13.4” (33.95 cm), depth of .57” (1.45 cm), and weighs 3.4 lb (1.54 kg). The screen size is 15” (38.1 cm) with a resolution of 2496 x 1664 px at 201 ppi.

Dimensioned drawings of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) with height, width, and depth labeled in elevation
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”)
Height:
9.6” | 24.4 cm
Width:
13.4” | 33.95 cm
Length:
Depth:
.57” | 1.45 cm
Display Size
15” | 38.1 cm
Resolution
2496 x 1664 px; 201 ppi
Weight:
3.4 lb | 1.54 kg
Area:
Storage
128, 256, 512 GB, or 1TB
Designer
Microsoft
Year
2019

Drawings include:
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15”) front elevation, side, front (closed), top (open), side (open)

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