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Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
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8.4/10
Informr score
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 currently has an Informr score of 8.4 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 34 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Windows
Operating system
Operating system
Windows
4.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
4.2 GHz
13"
Screen Size
Screen Size
13"
10+ MP
Camera
Camera
10+ MP
51.5 WHr
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


BGR
BGR

The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is a great addition to your travel bag. The machine is built to travel with you and at the same time expect the least amount of compromise. It is an easy recommendation if you require mobility with performance. However, the price tag can be a strong deterrent for non-prof...

- Danny Dcruze, BGR
ZDNet
ZDNet

After a few weeks of my iPad Pro sitting on a shelf, I have gone back to using it as my main device. But I'm already missing some of the features and things I could do on the Surface Pro 8 that I can't on the iPad Pro -- like hook up a webcam to live stream an event over LTE (something I actually di...

- Jason Cipriani, ZDNet
TechNave
TechNave

One of the best 2-in-1 Windows devices in the market and a great portable powerhouse for working professionals who are always on the move.

- Saiful Ridzaimi, TechNave
Techgoondu
Techgoondu

The Surface Pro 8 offers a premium experience in this class of devices and users who want the flexibility of a tablet and laptop will probably be happy to pay for that.

- Alfred Siew, Techgoondu
Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor

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.

- Anyron Copeman, Tech Advisor


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Screen Size
13"

The Microsoft Surface Pro 8's screen size is 13 inches with 1920 x 2880 pixels resolution.

Processor
4.2 GHz

There is a Intel Core i5-1135G7 Quad-core 4.2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The tablet runs on the Windows 11 Home operating system (OS).

Camera
10+ MP
You can take photos or capture video with the tablet's onboard 10+ MP camera. There is also a secondary front facing camera with 5+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
128/256/512 GB

Internal memory is 128/256/ 512 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

Battery
51.5WHr

The tablet is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 51.5 WHr battery.

Surface Pro 8 Specs

Overview
Release Date October 5, 2021
Regions Available USA, Canada, United Kingdom
Operating System Windows 11 Home

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Processor Intel Core i5-1135G7 Quad-core 4.2 GHz
Internal Storage 128/256/512 GB
RAM 8 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
SAR Unknown
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
Mobile / Cellular Data
No (Option available)
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
Infrared No
Bluetooth 5.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Memory Expansion Slot No
NFC No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
10+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Main Camera Info
Effects, Face detection, Self-timer
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
5+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1920 x 2880 pixels
Pixel density 267 pixels
Size 13 inches
Sensors Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Backlit Illumination Yes
Zoom / Magnification Yes
Screen Orientation Lock Yes
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate
Power & Battery
Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 51.5 WHr
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging Yes
Battery Charge Time Unknown
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage No
Physical Characteristics
Material Aluminium
Colors Graphite, Platinum,
Dimensions [H x W x D] 28.7 x 20.8 x 0.93 cm (11.3 x 8.2 x 0.4 in)
Weight 889 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof No
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Stereo
Input / Navigation
Touchscreen Yes
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Physical keyboard No
Text-to-Speech Yes
Screen Reader Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock Yes
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Other variations:

Intel Core i7 model
Processor: Intel Core i7 Quad-core
RAM: 16/32GB
Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB SSD

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