During the October event, Microsoft announced the next generation of its Surface Pro tablet. This includes several key features, including 5G connectivity and ARM processors, new vibrant colors, and new accessories.
The Surface Pro 9 is the first Microsoft tablet to include both Intel and ARM processors in the same lineup. Users may choose a variant with Intel''s 12th Gen Core i5 and Core i7 processors, according to Microsoft. The neural processing system in the latter provides high-speed 5G connectivity (first time in any Surface), improved battery life, and improved video interactions thanks to automatic framing, voice contact, and background blur.
Both the Surface Pro 9 and the Microsoft SQ3 processor have 8GB, 16GB, and 1TB of LPDDR5 RAM. Both storage options include 128GB, 256GB, and 1TB. The latter is only available on Surface Pro 9 models with Intel processors. Note that all Surface Pro 9 variants come with user-replaceable solid-state drives.
Microsoft''s Surface Pro 9 is the first tablet in the Pro lineup to feature vibrant, colorful chassis. In addition to now-classic Platinum and Graphite, users may also purchase the computer in new Sapphire and Forest versions.
The Surface Pro 9 is available for purchase with the new Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, which is made of partially biobased Alcantara, with at least 12% renewable content derived from sugarcane waste.
The Surface Pro 9 is comparable to its predecessor, but it no longer has a headphone jack. Microsoft has ditched a 3.5 mm audio port, leaving only one Surface Connect and two Thunderbolt/USB-C 4.0 ports (only on Intel). The ARM-based Surface Pro 9 now has two USB-C 3.2 ports.
Microsoft''s latest flagship tablets will be available for regular customers and commercial clients. Intel''s vPro processors are included in the commercial version, which allows customers to get the Surface Pro 9 with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
| Surface Pro 9 | Surface Pro 9 with 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro (commercial SKU) | |
| Dimensions | 11.3" x 8.2" x 0.37", 1.94 lbs 287 x 208.28 x 9.3 mm, 879.9 grams | |
| Display | 13-inch PixelSense 2880x1920 (267 ppi) 120Hz dynamic refresh rate Adaptive Color and Auto Color Management Dolby Vision IQ Gorilla Glass 5 | 13-inch PixelSense 2880x1920 (267 ppi) 120Hz dynamic refresh rate Adaptive Color Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Processor | Consumer: Commercial:
| Microsoft SQ 3 Neural Processing Unit |
| Memory | 8GB, 16GB, 32GB LPDDR5 | 8GB, 16GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB SSD | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Security | TPM 2.0 Chip Windows Hello face sign-in | Microsoft Pluton Windows Hello face sign-in |
| Network | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1 | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1 GPS, Glonass, Galileo, and Beidou NanoSIM and eSIM support mmWave and sub-6 5G support Gigabit LTE-A support |
| Battery | Up to 15.5 hours of typical use 60W power supply with extra USB-A port | Up to 19 hours of typical use 60W power supply with extra USB-A port |
| Cameras | Front-facing camera with 1080p video and Windows Hello support. 10MP rear-facing camera with 4K video support | Front-facing camera with 1080p video, Windows Hello support, and Windows Studio Effects. 10MP rear-facing camera with 4K video support |
| Ports | 2x USB-C Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4.0 1x Surface Connect 1x Surface Keyboard Port | 1x nano SIM 2x USB-C 3.2 1x Surface Connect 1x Surface Keyboard |
| Price | $999 | $1,299 |
Windows 11 Pro and Windows 11 Pro (commercial SKU)
PixelSense is a 13-inch PixelSense 2880x1920 (267 ppi) with a dynamic refresh rate of 120Hz. Adaptive Color Gorilla Glass 5
Consumer:
Commercial:
- Intel Core i5-1245U
- Intel Core i7-1265U
Home Windows 11 Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro (commercial SKU)
PixelSense 2880x1920 (267 ppi) 120Hz dynamic refresh rate Adaptive Color Gorilla Glass 5
Consumer:
Commercial:
- Intel Core i5-1245U
- Intel Core i7-1265U