Microsoft's hot new Surface Pro 9 powerhouse is official and up for pre-order right now starting at $999.99 with a familiar design, four color options, two very different processors, and optional 5G.
, which aims to"raise the bar again" for a category-defining product that has inspired many"competing interpretations" from Microsoft's rivals over the years while continuously"pushing the industry forward."Once again, it sounds like Microsoft might be overhyping its latest high-end laptop-replacing tablet just a smidge, especially considering its virtually non-existent design changes compared to last year's Pro 8.
Speaking of versions, probably the most important change is the long overdue addition of 5G connectivity to a special edition with a Microsoft SQ3 processor under the hood. Developed in collaboration with Qualcomm, this ARM-based SoC follows in the footsteps of the frugal SQ1 and SQ2 inside thedevices released in 2019 and 2020, making"ultra-long" battery life possible on the Surface Pro 9 as well, presumably at the expense of a little bit of raw power.
Then again, the exceptional 19-hour battery endurance promise alone could make road warriors strongly consider splashing the cash on the Surface Pro 9 with 5G given that the non-5G tablet can"only" keep the lights on for up to 15.5 hours of"typical" usage between charges.Up for pre-order right now, Microsoft's Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro X-replacing powerhouse is slated for an October 25 release in the following configurations:$1,099.
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