Delivering unprecedented levels of performance on a 13-inch touchscreen, Surface Pro 8 for Business combines the power of a laptop with the flexibility of a tablet, and every angle in between, with the iconic Kickstand. The first Surface Pro built on the Intel Evo platform on selected configurations††lets you work however and wherever you choose with built-in Slim Pen storage and charging¹ in the detachable Keyboard,² optional 4G LTE Advanced,³ and Microsoft security enabled out of the box.
Delivering unprecedented levels of performance on a 13-inch touchscreen, Surface Pro 8 for Business combines the power of a laptop with the flexibility of a tablet, and every angle in between, with the iconic Kickstand. The first Surface Pro built on the Intel Evo platform on selected configurations††lets you work however and wherever you choose with built-in Slim Pen storage and charging¹ in the detachable Keyboard,² optional 4G LTE Advanced,³ and Microsoft security enabled out of the box.
Delivering unprecedented levels of performance on a 13-inch touchscreen, Surface Pro 8 for Business combines the power of a laptop with the flexibility of a tablet, and every angle in between, with the iconic Kickstand. The first Surface Pro built on the Intel Evo platform on selected configurations††lets you work however and wherever you choose with built-in Slim Pen storage and charging¹ in the detachable Keyboard,² optional 4G LTE Advanced,³ and Microsoft security enabled out of the box.
Delivering unprecedented levels of performance on a 13-inch touchscreen, Surface Pro 8 for Business combines the power of a laptop with the flexibility of a tablet, and every angle in between, with the iconic Kickstand. The first Surface Pro built on the Intel Evo platform on selected configurations††lets you work however and wherever you choose with built-in Slim Pen storage and charging¹ in the detachable Keyboard,² optional 4G LTE Advanced,³ and Microsoft security enabled out of the box.
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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business - Windows 11 Pro Version (Connectivity: WIFI, Central Processing Unit (CPU): Intel i5, RAM: 8GB, Memory Storage:
Free delivery between 19–25 May
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I bought the SP7 256GB i5 8GB RAM just before Christmas 2020 and it has been an overall great experience. I’ve previously had a Surface Pro 2017 which I had limited seat time with because it was stolen after a car break-in not long after I bought it. I’ve also previously had a Surface 3 and Surface Go for years of which both have been excellent devices.The Bad:-Expensive in all configurations at their listed prices-Surface keyboard is expensive and bounces a bit when typing fast. The fake suede covering feels good to the touch but doesn’t seem like it would last long after years of continuous use, especially at the edges. (My Surface Go keyboard started fraying at the edges about a year and a half of daily use, shortly before I accidentally dropped it and I ... MoreI bought the SP7 256GB i5 8GB RAM just before Christmas 2020 and it has been an overall great experience. I’ve previously had a Surface Pro 2017 which I had limited seat time with because it was stolen after a car break-in not long after I bought it. I’ve also previously had a Surface 3 and Surface Go for years of which both have been excellent devices.The Bad:-Expensive in all configurations at their listed prices-Surface keyboard is expensive and bounces a bit when typing fast. The fake suede covering feels good to the touch but doesn’t seem like it would last long after years of continuous use, especially at the edges. (My Surface Go keyboard started fraying at the edges about a year and a half of daily use, shortly before I accidentally dropped it and I believe both are made from the same material.)-It should be obvious but RAM and hard drive are not user replaceable and, even at 256GB, with any bit of productivity software, you go through that disk space very quickly. Especially with Windows 10’s perpetual updates. Which you can’t turn off.-Can generate a bit of heat when streaming videos.-Windows credentials are incredibly finicky and I’ve been kicked off the Windows App Store because Windows couldn’t validate my login. This may seem trivial but mostly all of the free apps (as well as paid) have to go through the App Store.-Clunky form factor if held in the hand and used as a tablet. This thing is heavy and you’ll never mistake this for an iPad.The Good:-Full-blown Windows machine and computer. I’ve gotten the iPad 2 back when Steve Jobs was still alive and to this day my iPad experience has been unrivaled. But I was tired of having to route everything through iTunes just to get it to my iPad. And, unlike the very-limited Surface Go, you can run full-blown apps like Photoshop CC or Visual Studio 2019 with no issues. (I tried using Photoshop CC on my Surface Go but I only was able to run it after clearing out all my downloaded files and run absolutely nothing else in the background. Still it was a harrowing experience.)-The display isn’t 4K but it’s gorgeous and renders great! Yes, it isn’t 120 Hz refresh rate (like the new SP8) but scrolling is decent and, unless you work with graphics, you wouldn’t miss it. I use Acrobat DC to scale and draw links at 200%+ resolution and the scaling and renders are great! You can probably say this about any mid- to high-end device but it’s worth mentioning.-Battery life is decent but you have to be careful that, if you get on an airplane or are going to be out all day and without a power source, you’re going to want to make sure the device is fully turned off and not just in “Sleep” mode. I’ve had more than a handful of times where Windows decided to update itself without an Internet connection and left my tablet on and steaming in a backpack and a drained battery.-This doesn’t have the lightness of the Surface Go, unfortunately, but this is by far the very best in terms of form factor for full on laptops. You can put this in a sack pack and not really notice. I will say this about my dearly departed Surface Go (I dropped it on my driveway face down): I actually used it in my hands while on my treadmill for 2 straight hours without fatigue. That’s something you can’t do or say about any other ultra portable full Windows device.Microsoft has been slow to update the Surface line so there was some fear that the SP line might be axed as a whole. Very thankful that the SP8 came out, which means that you can probably get a good deal on the SP7! The SP7 was a bit overpriced to begin with but if you can save a few hundred dollars off the list price, this tablet becomes an excellent value! Same with the SP8. Wait till Black Friday or possibly next Spring when deals pop up intermittently and without warning.Verdict:If I had to do it again, I probably would’ve gotten at least the 512GB. 1TB was just too much money for the hardware. This tablet is best used on a desk as using it on your lap is plain awkward. If I had to choose something else, it would be the Dell XPS 13 line, QHD or possibly 4K display. When you price it with accessories the comparable Surface Pro is actually more expensive than the comparable XPS 13. And the XPS can be used as a traditional laptop with exceptional build quality. Overall, I highly recommend the SP7, even more so if you can get it on sale.
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Surface RULES. This is my third surface and it is running great. The Surface Pro 7's are not clogged with bloatware thus faster out of the box. The ability to use the pen feature makes highlighting and note-taking in meetings efficient and time-saving.It's light and easy to move from desk to podium when necessary.I like my Surface 6 and 7 because they have the micro SSD card option. Sadly Microsoft did not keep this feature on the Surface 8 so I don't travel with that one. The SSD allows me to keep sensitive files secure by storing them on the card. I can also encrypt the card using various programs. This gives flexibility in compliance for the storage of "private" data.The battery life is great for travel and extended meetings, it has never failed to keep ... MoreSurface RULES. This is my third surface and it is running great. The Surface Pro 7's are not clogged with bloatware thus faster out of the box. The ability to use the pen feature makes highlighting and note-taking in meetings efficient and time-saving.It's light and easy to move from desk to podium when necessary.I like my Surface 6 and 7 because they have the micro SSD card option. Sadly Microsoft did not keep this feature on the Surface 8 so I don't travel with that one. The SSD allows me to keep sensitive files secure by storing them on the card. I can also encrypt the card using various programs. This gives flexibility in compliance for the storage of "private" data.The battery life is great for travel and extended meetings, it has never failed to keep chugging along after 10-12 hour sessions. With a dock its a desktop,Obviously, I love my Surface Pro
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This machine is used for work on a daily basis, it's small and easy to carry from client to client. It holds a charge all day, still, even after 2 years rigorous use. This is my husbands machine, he creates and uses mega large excel files this little guy has no problem whizzing through them. He also views and marks up large architectural PDF files with no problems.Personally it's a little small for me, but like I said, this is my husbands computer and he has no problems at all, the touch screen works great and he just zooms in if he wants to see something bigger. He's been using a Surface pro for over 10 years, this is the 3rd upgrade and I don't see him switching to another brand computer any time soon. 100%.We bought this open box, with a 2 year geek squad ... MoreThis machine is used for work on a daily basis, it's small and easy to carry from client to client. It holds a charge all day, still, even after 2 years rigorous use. This is my husbands machine, he creates and uses mega large excel files this little guy has no problem whizzing through them. He also views and marks up large architectural PDF files with no problems.Personally it's a little small for me, but like I said, this is my husbands computer and he has no problems at all, the touch screen works great and he just zooms in if he wants to see something bigger. He's been using a Surface pro for over 10 years, this is the 3rd upgrade and I don't see him switching to another brand computer any time soon. 100%.We bought this open box, with a 2 year geek squad accidental policy, after a short time it went dead, they assessed the damage and replaced the machine 100% in kind with a "refurbished" machine and have not had any problems since.
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 for Business - Windows 11 Pro Version (Connectivity: WIFI, Central Processing Unit (CPU): Intel i5, RAM: 8GB, Memory Storage:
Free delivery between 19–25 May
I bought the SP7 256GB i5 8GB RAM just before Christmas 2020 and it has been an overall great experience. I’ve previously had a Surface Pro 2017 which I had limited seat time with because it was stolen after a car break-in not long after I bought it. I’ve also previously had a Surface 3 and Surface Go for years of which both have been excellent devices.The Bad:-Expensive in all configurations at their listed prices-Surface keyboard is expensive and bounces a bit when typing fast. The fake suede covering feels good to the touch but doesn’t seem like it would last long after years of continuous use, especially at the edges. (My Surface Go keyboard started fraying at the edges about a year and a half of daily use, shortly before I accidentally dropped it and I ... MoreI bought the SP7 256GB i5 8GB RAM just before Christmas 2020 and it has been an overall great experience. I’ve previously had a Surface Pro 2017 which I had limited seat time with because it was stolen after a car break-in not long after I bought it. I’ve also previously had a Surface 3 and Surface Go for years of which both have been excellent devices.The Bad:-Expensive in all configurations at their listed prices-Surface keyboard is expensive and bounces a bit when typing fast. The fake suede covering feels good to the touch but doesn’t seem like it would last long after years of continuous use, especially at the edges. (My Surface Go keyboard started fraying at the edges about a year and a half of daily use, shortly before I accidentally dropped it and I believe both are made from the same material.)-It should be obvious but RAM and hard drive are not user replaceable and, even at 256GB, with any bit of productivity software, you go through that disk space very quickly. Especially with Windows 10’s perpetual updates. Which you can’t turn off.-Can generate a bit of heat when streaming videos.-Windows credentials are incredibly finicky and I’ve been kicked off the Windows App Store because Windows couldn’t validate my login. This may seem trivial but mostly all of the free apps (as well as paid) have to go through the App Store.-Clunky form factor if held in the hand and used as a tablet. This thing is heavy and you’ll never mistake this for an iPad.The Good:-Full-blown Windows machine and computer. I’ve gotten the iPad 2 back when Steve Jobs was still alive and to this day my iPad experience has been unrivaled. But I was tired of having to route everything through iTunes just to get it to my iPad. And, unlike the very-limited Surface Go, you can run full-blown apps like Photoshop CC or Visual Studio 2019 with no issues. (I tried using Photoshop CC on my Surface Go but I only was able to run it after clearing out all my downloaded files and run absolutely nothing else in the background. Still it was a harrowing experience.)-The display isn’t 4K but it’s gorgeous and renders great! Yes, it isn’t 120 Hz refresh rate (like the new SP8) but scrolling is decent and, unless you work with graphics, you wouldn’t miss it. I use Acrobat DC to scale and draw links at 200%+ resolution and the scaling and renders are great! You can probably say this about any mid- to high-end device but it’s worth mentioning.-Battery life is decent but you have to be careful that, if you get on an airplane or are going to be out all day and without a power source, you’re going to want to make sure the device is fully turned off and not just in “Sleep” mode. I’ve had more than a handful of times where Windows decided to update itself without an Internet connection and left my tablet on and steaming in a backpack and a drained battery.-This doesn’t have the lightness of the Surface Go, unfortunately, but this is by far the very best in terms of form factor for full on laptops. You can put this in a sack pack and not really notice. I will say this about my dearly departed Surface Go (I dropped it on my driveway face down): I actually used it in my hands while on my treadmill for 2 straight hours without fatigue. That’s something you can’t do or say about any other ultra portable full Windows device.Microsoft has been slow to update the Surface line so there was some fear that the SP line might be axed as a whole. Very thankful that the SP8 came out, which means that you can probably get a good deal on the SP7! The SP7 was a bit overpriced to begin with but if you can save a few hundred dollars off the list price, this tablet becomes an excellent value! Same with the SP8. Wait till Black Friday or possibly next Spring when deals pop up intermittently and without warning.Verdict:If I had to do it again, I probably would’ve gotten at least the 512GB. 1TB was just too much money for the hardware. This tablet is best used on a desk as using it on your lap is plain awkward. If I had to choose something else, it would be the Dell XPS 13 line, QHD or possibly 4K display. When you price it with accessories the comparable Surface Pro is actually more expensive than the comparable XPS 13. And the XPS can be used as a traditional laptop with exceptional build quality. Overall, I highly recommend the SP7, even more so if you can get it on sale.
Surface RULES. This is my third surface and it is running great. The Surface Pro 7's are not clogged with bloatware thus faster out of the box. The ability to use the pen feature makes highlighting and note-taking in meetings efficient and time-saving.It's light and easy to move from desk to podium when necessary.I like my Surface 6 and 7 because they have the micro SSD card option. Sadly Microsoft did not keep this feature on the Surface 8 so I don't travel with that one. The SSD allows me to keep sensitive files secure by storing them on the card. I can also encrypt the card using various programs. This gives flexibility in compliance for the storage of "private" data.The battery life is great for travel and extended meetings, it has never failed to keep ... MoreSurface RULES. This is my third surface and it is running great. The Surface Pro 7's are not clogged with bloatware thus faster out of the box. The ability to use the pen feature makes highlighting and note-taking in meetings efficient and time-saving.It's light and easy to move from desk to podium when necessary.I like my Surface 6 and 7 because they have the micro SSD card option. Sadly Microsoft did not keep this feature on the Surface 8 so I don't travel with that one. The SSD allows me to keep sensitive files secure by storing them on the card. I can also encrypt the card using various programs. This gives flexibility in compliance for the storage of "private" data.The battery life is great for travel and extended meetings, it has never failed to keep chugging along after 10-12 hour sessions. With a dock its a desktop,Obviously, I love my Surface Pro
This machine is used for work on a daily basis, it's small and easy to carry from client to client. It holds a charge all day, still, even after 2 years rigorous use. This is my husbands machine, he creates and uses mega large excel files this little guy has no problem whizzing through them. He also views and marks up large architectural PDF files with no problems.Personally it's a little small for me, but like I said, this is my husbands computer and he has no problems at all, the touch screen works great and he just zooms in if he wants to see something bigger. He's been using a Surface pro for over 10 years, this is the 3rd upgrade and I don't see him switching to another brand computer any time soon. 100%.We bought this open box, with a 2 year geek squad ... MoreThis machine is used for work on a daily basis, it's small and easy to carry from client to client. It holds a charge all day, still, even after 2 years rigorous use. This is my husbands machine, he creates and uses mega large excel files this little guy has no problem whizzing through them. He also views and marks up large architectural PDF files with no problems.Personally it's a little small for me, but like I said, this is my husbands computer and he has no problems at all, the touch screen works great and he just zooms in if he wants to see something bigger. He's been using a Surface pro for over 10 years, this is the 3rd upgrade and I don't see him switching to another brand computer any time soon. 100%.We bought this open box, with a 2 year geek squad accidental policy, after a short time it went dead, they assessed the damage and replaced the machine 100% in kind with a "refurbished" machine and have not had any problems since.
My review is from the perspective of an older, experienced laptop user moving to 'new' updated tablet technology so some of this may pertain in part to other solutions in the class. So glad I pivoted and spent a few bucks more purchasing the Surface Pro 7 instead of the conventional 2 laptops I was considering. Coming from an old but dependable HP laptop, I had no idea the tablet experience had come as far as it has with the Surface Pro 7.Unfolding the keyboard/cover initiates instant wakeup from sleep to instant identification via windows Hello. You are greeted with a gorgeous screen that my 60+ year-old eyes appreciate with sharp text rendering, faithful color and useful 16:10 ratio that really makes the screen appear larger than it is. Excellent lighted ... MoreMy review is from the perspective of an older, experienced laptop user moving to 'new' updated tablet technology so some of this may pertain in part to other solutions in the class. So glad I pivoted and spent a few bucks more purchasing the Surface Pro 7 instead of the conventional 2 laptops I was considering. Coming from an old but dependable HP laptop, I had no idea the tablet experience had come as far as it has with the Surface Pro 7.Unfolding the keyboard/cover initiates instant wakeup from sleep to instant identification via windows Hello. You are greeted with a gorgeous screen that my 60+ year-old eyes appreciate with sharp text rendering, faithful color and useful 16:10 ratio that really makes the screen appear larger than it is. Excellent lighted keyboard and sensitive (maybe a bit too much) trackpad are better than any of the many laptops I've used. I purchased the pen but don't use all that much, preferring a combination of navigating with trackpad/touch combination.High end build quality and flexible USB and USB-C ports on side make it possible to use inexpensive third-party accessories for port replication - Hdmi connections etc. Might have preffered a non-proprietary power connection, but the magnetic connector is easy to use and probably will withstand removal/insertion cycles better over the long haul. I purchased a 20 case online which basically functions like a phone case offering some basic protection. Battery life is pretty much all day/evening, but granted I tend to be on/off sporadically so constant use might see different results.Performance of the I5 chip is instantaneous for my MS office usage, web browsing, light 2D graphic design/Photoshop. Suspect gamers would look elsewhere for 3Drendering. Plenty of built-in performance growth in this package. Really like the built-in gigabyte wi-fi card. I'm getting 1.2 Mbps Wi-fi transfer rates via my Asus gigabit router as I write this.Even after purchasing cover and pen, overall a great value and one of the few tech purchases I've made with almost no downsides.
I received my original Microsoft Surface Pro 7 for Christmas 2019. A few months later, in mid-2020, the computer had difficulty turning on and when it did, I experienced horizontal lines going across a black screen. After several hours being spent on the phone trying to figure out what the problem was, I was lucky to be in the warranty timeframe and received a replacement. Fast forward to August 7, 2021. I am experiencing the same issues with the replacement that I had with the original Pro. After approximately 3 hours on the phone with the helpful Representative Cleveland, troubleshooting it all different ways, it's still not working and of course, the warranty has expired. So my options were to buy a new one or a "refurbished" one for $450. I told him I ... MoreI received my original Microsoft Surface Pro 7 for Christmas 2019. A few months later, in mid-2020, the computer had difficulty turning on and when it did, I experienced horizontal lines going across a black screen. After several hours being spent on the phone trying to figure out what the problem was, I was lucky to be in the warranty timeframe and received a replacement. Fast forward to August 7, 2021. I am experiencing the same issues with the replacement that I had with the original Pro. After approximately 3 hours on the phone with the helpful Representative Cleveland, troubleshooting it all different ways, it's still not working and of course, the warranty has expired. So my options were to buy a new one or a "refurbished" one for $450. I told him I will be doing neither. I will take the phone number or email address for your corporate office because this is totally unacceptable. I expected more from a Microsoft computer. Highly disappointed.
***If you need decent battery life, stay away from Microsoft SP computer-tablets***I have owned four SP7s (and two SPXs) and ended up giving them away because of one huge problem. Windows updates killed their battery life. Each of these SP7s and SPXs started out with between 11 to 12 hours of battery life (watching YouTube continuously at 40%, battery saver and wifi on), and after a couple of Windows updates, their battery life always plummeted to 6-7 hours. I'd have to constantly uninstall Windows updates until I found the update that was draining the battery. And due to the process all over again when a new update was released.It is completely unacceptable for a company that designs the hardware and makes the software to have their computer-tablets' batteries ... More***If you need decent battery life, stay away from Microsoft SP computer-tablets***I have owned four SP7s (and two SPXs) and ended up giving them away because of one huge problem. Windows updates killed their battery life. Each of these SP7s and SPXs started out with between 11 to 12 hours of battery life (watching YouTube continuously at 40%, battery saver and wifi on), and after a couple of Windows updates, their battery life always plummeted to 6-7 hours. I'd have to constantly uninstall Windows updates until I found the update that was draining the battery. And due to the process all over again when a new update was released.It is completely unacceptable for a company that designs the hardware and makes the software to have their computer-tablets' batteries last half as long as their OEMs. My 13-inch Samsung Galaxy Book Pro (11th Gen i7, 16 ram, 512 ssd) gets 17 hours of battery life (watching YouTube continuously at 40%, battery saver and wifi on) and my 16-inch Yoga 2-in-1 (12th Gen i7, 16 ram, 512 ssd) that I use as my desktop gets 15 hours of battery life (the 14-inch version also gets 15 hours of battery life).I will never purchase another SP again and I strongly recommend you stay away from SPs until Microsoft gets this battery issue corrected (plenty of complaints on the internet and in Microsoft's own discussion board about SPs battery issues, just Google "Surface Pro" and "battery issues"). You have been warned...
I bought a refurbished surface pro 6 - it got stuck in a load in screen loop. I bought a refurbished surface go 3 for my wife. The exact same problem. So I bought a brand new surface pro 7. It has proven itself to stay alive, but the screen flickers no matter what. I promise you, NO MATTER WHAT. I have researched from dozens of websites for help. The Microsoft help service is unreliable. Their surface pen/pencil is not quite accurate. The battery life doesn't even last the whole day. I use this computer primarily for Microsoft Word, some google chrome for school and casual social media, and that is it. No games, no malicious websites, and no grueling software. Please don't buy this. You would be better off either getting a reliable laptop or an actual tablet.
I have been using the Surface Pro line for about two years now. I did not know much about the product when I first bought it, but knowing it ran Windows was enough for me. When I say it is the best laptop I've used, I mean that full-heartedly. With the pen, I am able to take comprehensive, rewatchable notes in OneNote, annotate screenshots and PDFs, and do some light sketching. This particular model also eliminates previous stylus jitter problems. Then, with the versatility of the type cover, I can type out Word documents and browse the web. The keyboard has great travel, and a very, very smooth trackpad with touch gestures. It is also backlit. I have also noticed great compatibility with just about every OS. iOS integration isn't the tightest, but OneDrive ... MoreI have been using the Surface Pro line for about two years now. I did not know much about the product when I first bought it, but knowing it ran Windows was enough for me. When I say it is the best laptop I've used, I mean that full-heartedly. With the pen, I am able to take comprehensive, rewatchable notes in OneNote, annotate screenshots and PDFs, and do some light sketching. This particular model also eliminates previous stylus jitter problems. Then, with the versatility of the type cover, I can type out Word documents and browse the web. The keyboard has great travel, and a very, very smooth trackpad with touch gestures. It is also backlit. I have also noticed great compatibility with just about every OS. iOS integration isn't the tightest, but OneDrive integrates directly into the iPhone files app, making sending files super easy. Android devices have the luxury of the Your Phone app however. Also, most parts of Windows are web-based, so it just adds more compatibility as to what features you can pull up on other devices. Finally, performance of the Surface Pro is outstanding. I am able to run Photoshop and After Effects with ease. While there may be some thermal throttling, most heating issues resolve in about 10 minutes.All in all, if you are looking for something portable, powerful, versatile and great for school or work, this is the way to go. You will not regret using the Surface Pro and its accessories, as you will find its features and integration just become easier over time and more compatible with all of your other devices.
I do digital art and design professionally, and was looking for something lightweight yet powerful for working on projects while on the go. On pen and paper, the Surface Pro 7 checked all the boxes for what I needed, and so I made the plunge and bought one. After about a month, I'm pretty disappointed with the shoddy quality of what's an almost $1,500 machine.First and foremost are the issues with the touch input. While it advertises 10-point touch input, you'll be luck if you can get it to register just two fingers to pinch and zoom on a webpage. The touchscreen's sluggish responses to input and constant ignoring of gestures can make the Surface unusable without a type cover or an attached mouse/keyboard at times. At first I thought I'd received a defective unit, ... MoreI do digital art and design professionally, and was looking for something lightweight yet powerful for working on projects while on the go. On pen and paper, the Surface Pro 7 checked all the boxes for what I needed, and so I made the plunge and bought one. After about a month, I'm pretty disappointed with the shoddy quality of what's an almost $1,500 machine.First and foremost are the issues with the touch input. While it advertises 10-point touch input, you'll be luck if you can get it to register just two fingers to pinch and zoom on a webpage. The touchscreen's sluggish responses to input and constant ignoring of gestures can make the Surface unusable without a type cover or an attached mouse/keyboard at times. At first I thought I'd received a defective unit, but no. After a few minutes of searching for help on Microsoft's support forums, I came to find these issues with multi-touch and input lag are a long-standing and widely reported firmware problem with the Surfaces- which is to this day unresolved by Microsoft. As someone who bought the Surface for the express purpose of the touch capability, this was (and still is) a huge let down.Next comes the battery life. If you're just running a couple tabs in Chrome and any moderate-weight software in tandem on the battery, you'll be lucky to get even 4 hours out of the Surface Pro 7. The given estimates for battery life in the ads and on the product details are pretty misleading. The 8-9 hour estimate must be assuming you'll only ever be using an offline word processor with the screen brightness dropped to the lowest setting. So basically, if you're headed to a coffee shop to do some work for a few hours, you'd better be bringing that charger along. Which brings up my final glaring issue...The charger supplied with the SP7 is great... for however long it lasts you. After about two weeks, my brick started to make a loud, audible buzzing. Much louder than the normal ambient sound of electronics. MS support tried to tell me this was normal, despite the fact it was silent when used right out of the box. Since then, I've been using a spare generic USB-C charger I have instead, but I just happened to be fortunate that I had an alternative on hand. Sadly, many will likely end up having to shell out the extra money to replace something essential for the computer, one that should've just been built with some modicum of quality control to begin with.All things considered, I cannot recommend the SP7 in general and ESPECIALLY not for professional artists/designers who need a reliable work machine for their projects. What I paid doesn't nearly line up with what I received, which is a shame; I wanted to like my SP7 and get stuff done with it. I expected better than a charger-bound tablet pc that can't even properly register touch input.
My Surface Pro 4 was coming up on six years and was down to about 1.5 hours of battery life. I bought this as a replacement and I am happy with the purchase. The battery life isn't world-beating, but it is still pretty good. The performance is vastly improved. The new hardware and updated Core I5 provide fast wake-up and facial recognition. The quality, power, and portability are still there - and those are the things that attracted me to Surface Pro originally. You NEED the type cover. It has always struck me as a marvel of engineering. It is a satisfying typing experience in a very small package. The backlit keys are also appreciated. The pen is less important for most people, although annotating your slides when presenting can be useful - and cool. I use mine ... MoreMy Surface Pro 4 was coming up on six years and was down to about 1.5 hours of battery life. I bought this as a replacement and I am happy with the purchase. The battery life isn't world-beating, but it is still pretty good. The performance is vastly improved. The new hardware and updated Core I5 provide fast wake-up and facial recognition. The quality, power, and portability are still there - and those are the things that attracted me to Surface Pro originally. You NEED the type cover. It has always struck me as a marvel of engineering. It is a satisfying typing experience in a very small package. The backlit keys are also appreciated. The pen is less important for most people, although annotating your slides when presenting can be useful - and cool. I use mine rarely, but I am not an artist. Overall, this is a solid system that I have no qualms about recommending to those who want a top-shelf Windows tablet.
