•  Date Published: 05 Feb 2024
  • Intel Core i5-1235U
  • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
  • 13.0", PixelSense (2880 x 1920), 120 Hz, IPS
  • 256GB SSD
  • 8GB LPDDR5
  • 0.87 kg (1.9 lbs)
6.3
Good
quality
8.5 Portability Excellent
10.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL
5.5 For Work Average
3.0 For Gaming Mediocre

Specs

  • HDD/SSD
  • 256GB SSD
  • RAM
  • 8GB LPDDR5
  • OS
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Body Material
  • Aluminum
  • Dimensions
  • 287 x 209 x 9.3 mm (11.30" x 8.23" x 0.37")
  • Weight
  • 0.87 kg (1.9 lbs)
  • Ports and connectivity
  • 2x USB Type-C
  • 4.0, Thunderbolt 4
  • Card Reader
  • Ethernet LAN
  • Wi-Fi
  • 802.11ax
  • Bluetooth
  • 5.1
  • Audio jack
  • Features
  • Fingerprint reader
  • Web camera
  • Front Facing FHD + 10.0 MP Rear Facing
  • Microphone
  • Dual Far-Field Studio Microphones
  • Speakers
  • 2x 2W Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos
  • Optical drive
  • Security Lock slot
  • Gifts
  • Signature Keyboard for Surface Pro Sapphire with Surface Slim Pen 2

Portability

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 (Intel/Wifi)
11.30" x 8.23" x 0.37" Dimensions
0.87 kg (1.9 lbs) Weight
Average 13.0-inch laptop
1.27 kg (2.8 lbs) +46% Weight

Review

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Pros

  • Quad-channel LPDDR5 memory
  • A lot of power
  • Great speakers
  • Decent battery life
  • Covers 99% of sRGB
  • Accurate color representation with our Gaming and Web design profile
  • No aggressive PWM
  • Work-friendly 3:2 aspect ratio and a touchscreen usability
  • Very quiet
  • SSD can be upgraded

Cons

  • No SD card reader
  • Memory is soldered
  • Premium price tag