Microsoft Surface Pro 8

Windows 11, a 120 Hz display, new cameras and a redesigned Type Cover help make the Surface Pro feel modern again.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
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MSRP: $1,567.91

Product details

  • The power of a laptop with the flexibility of a tablet, and every angle in between, with 13” touchscreen, iconic built-in Kickstand, and detachable Keyboard.
  • Windows 11 brings your closer to what you love. Family, friends, obsessions, music, creations — Windows 11 is the one place for it all. With a fresh new feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, it has what you need for whatever’s next.
  • The first Surface Pro built on the Intel Evo platform. Do it all with the Intel Evo platform — performance, graphics, and battery life in a thin and light PC.
  • The best pen experience on Pro with rechargeable Surface Slim Pen 2 and Surface Pro 8, for the natural feeling of pen on paper,(4) securely stored in Surface Pro Signature Keyboard.
  • Type in comfort. Sleek and compact, Surface  Signature Keyboard performs like a traditional laptop keyboard complete with a full function row and backlit keys.
  • You’re going to need Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Don’t forget to add Microsoft 365

PROS

+ Windows 11 is more touch friendly
+ 120 Hz display makes for smoother writing and drawing
+ Improved cameras
+ Great Audio

CONS

- Type cover isn’t included
- Rear camera can be fuzzy
- Battery life could be longer

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on October 05, 2021
Windows 11, a 120 Hz display, new cameras and a redesigned Type Cover help make the Surface Pro feel modern again.
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By IGN on October 18, 2021
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is a phenomenal 2-in-1 laptop with surprisingly capable hardware that pushes past its constrained proportions in general use, though gaming will be limited. It comes with some trade-offs in this form factor, notably to battery life and cost, but it’s a winner for portability, elegance, and versatility.
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By The Verge on October 05, 2021
Microsoft’s Surface Pro 8 is a thin and light tablet / laptop convertible powered by Intel’s 11th Gen Core processors. It takes the best parts of the Pro X and the Pro 7 to make the best Surface Pro we’ve seen in years.
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By Tom's Guide on August 11, 2022
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 features an 11th gen Intel CPU and a vivid 13-inch display. Though not great for gaming, it’s a good 2-in-1 for everyday use and is a worthy update to the Microsoft Surface line.
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By TechAdvisor on March 24, 2022
The Pro 8 is the best Windows 2-in-1 you can buy right now, offering an excellent blend of design, performance and versatility. If you’re looking for a premium productivity tablet with detachable keyboard, it’s a no-brainer – provided you can afford it.
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By TechRadar on December 08, 2021
The Surface Pro 8 is the best Surface in years, with an all-new design and faster internals than ever. However, the higher price is going to get in the way for some.
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By TrustedReviews on March 31, 2023
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 represents a big redesign for the company’s high-end hybrid device. As such, not all that much has changed with the new
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By TechAdvisor on April 19, 2022
El Surface Pro 8 mantiene la esencia de ser uno de los mejores equipos 2 en 1 que puedes comprar a día de hoy, con una combinación de diseño, rendimiento y versatilidad. Si puedes permitirtelo por precio, estarás comprando el mejor. Ahora bien, adquiere todos los accesorios.
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By PCMag on October 05, 2021
Microsoft's Surface Pro 8 doesn't revolutionize the iconic 2-in-1, but it delivers the most noteworthy update in years, with a larger display, an attractive chassis redesign, and improved performance.
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