Microsoft held a launch event earlier today where it announced new devices and hardware. Among the launched products, the company debuted the new Surface Surface Pro 9 convertible (laptop-to-tablet PC). The device brings modest updates compared to the Surface Pro 8 along with new color options. So, let’s take a look at the device in more detail.
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 specs & features
Starting off, the Surface Pro 9 retains the 13-inch display of its predecessor along with the 2,880 x 1,920 pixels, 120 Hz, and a 3:2 aspect ratio. It weighs around 879 grams and comes with updated Alder Lake-U processors.
The device is available with the Core i5-1235U or the Core i7-1255U. These processors have a 15W base power draw. RAM options on the device include 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and the company offers 28 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB of removable storage options.
Microsoft’s Surface Connect port and Windows Hello facial authentication are both supported by the Surface Pro 9 as usual. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is absent from the Surface Pro 9, despite Microsoft including two USB Type-C connectors (USB 4.0/Thunderbolt 4).
Microsoft claims that the Surface Pro 9’s 47.7 Wh battery should last up to 15:30 hours, which is probably an incredibly optimistic battery estimate. The Surface Pro 9 is available in the expected colorways of Platinum, Sapphire, Forest, and Graphite.
Pricing & availability
At launch, prices start from US$999.99 with the Core i5-1235U, 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage. The Core i5-1235U model is limited to 256 GB of storage. Whereas the Core-i7-1255U gets an additional 512 GB and 1 TB storage options. You can look at the full pricing of different configurations on Microsoft’s website. Do note that these pricings don’t include the Type Cover or the Slim Pen 2.
The Surface Pro 9 is now available for purchase in many regions, and US shipment will begin on October 25. On the other hand, the device won’t be accessible in places like the UK until early November.
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