Microsoft is shaking things up in the world of personal computers with its new Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 13, both powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Plus processors and running on Windows 11. As the tech giant’s latest offerings, they bring a fresh take to the 2-in-1 and traditional laptop categories with advanced features and capabilities.
The Surface Pro 12 is a versatile device that excels in multiple roles. Its 12-inch LCD touch screen boasts a 3:2 aspect ratio and a 90Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for productivity and creative tasks. The inclusion of support for the Surface Slim Pen, which can be attached and charged on the device’s back, further enhances its appeal to artists and note-takers. The device is also equipped with a 1080p front camera with Windows Hello support and a 10-megapixel rear camera.
The Snapdragon X Plus chip at the heart of the Surface Pro 12 is an 8-core powerhouse with a top clock speed of 3.4 GHz, paired with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and storage options ranging from 256GB to 512GB. The device’s aluminum construction keeps it light and durable, weighing in at 686 grams and measuring just 7.8mm thick. Connectivity is robust, with two USB-C ports supporting USB 3.2 and DP 1.4a, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. Microsoft claims the Surface Pro 12 can handle up to 12 hours of web