Microsoft announces Surface Pro 8 with 11th gen Intel processors, Thunderbolt 4 and up to 16 hours battery life
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Updated September 22nd, 2021
Published September 22nd, 2021
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As expected, Microsoft today announced the new Surface Pro 8 device with the latest 11th gen Intel processors, improved display and Thunderbolt support for super fast data transfers.
- Intel Evo-based quad-core processors delivering 40% better CPU performance and 75% better GPU performance when compared to the Surface Pro 7.
- Up to 32GB RAM
- Thunderbolt 4 support
- Dolby Atmos sound
- New Surface Type Cover which can store Surface Slim Pen 2
- Microsoft G6 processor for improved inking
- Virtually edge-to-edge PixelSense Flow touch display, with up to 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision
- Ultra-portable design, starting at just 1.96 lb (889 g)
- Support for Surface Slim Pen 2, stored and charged in Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, for the natural feeling of pen on paper
- Built-in 5.0MP 1080p front-facing camera and 10MP 4K rear-facing camera
Surface Pro 8 Tech Specs:
Dimensions | 11.3 in x 8.2 in x 0.37 in (287mm x 208mm x 9.3mm) |
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Memory | 8GB, 16GB, 32GB (LPDDR4x RAM) |
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Weight6 | 1.96 lb (889 g) |
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Keyboard Compatibility |
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Storage1 |
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Battery life2 | Up to 16 hours of typical device usage |
Graphics | Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics (i5, i7) |
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Cameras, video, and audio |
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Wireless |
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Warranty5 | 1-year limited hardware warranty |
Battery capacities [Microsoft Stores only] |
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The Surface Pro 8 starts at $1099. You can find the links to pre-order the new Surface devices below.
- Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio
- Microsoft Surface Pro 8
- Microsoft Surface Pro X with Windows 11
- Microsoft Surface Go 3
- Microsoft Surface Duo 2
- Surface Slim Pen 2
Source: Microsoft