Microsoft Launches New Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Snapdragon X2 Chips

Microsoft has announced its latest Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, both powered by the new Snapdragon X2 processors, marking another step in its ARM-based Windows strategy. The 13-inch Surface Pro and 13.8-inch Surface Laptop are available starting today.

Meanwhile, the business versions of these new Qualcomm-powered Surface devices are scheduled to begin shipping on July 14. The business models will start at $1,649.99 for both the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop configurations.

New 13-inch Surface Pro (12th Edition)

The new 13-inch Surface Pro (12th Edition) is now built around Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 platform. It’s available starting today in Platinum, Black, and Dune, with a $1,499 starting price. This device comes in multiple memory configurations ranging from 16GB up to 64GB, and up to 1TB of storage.

“With a stunning optional OLED display, it delivers deeper blacks, higher contrast, and greater color accuracy, so you can trust what you’re seeing without second guessing. Paired with the optional Surface Pro Flex Keyboard, now available in Dune, this is the 2-in-1 for the makers who want a lightweight tablet without stepping down from the power and flexibility of Windows,” Microsoft explained.

Compared to the previous model, the 13-inch Surface Pro (12th Edition) with a Snapdragon X2 chip offers over 50 percent faster graphics performance. The integrated Qualcomm Hexagon NPU, which is capable of up to 80 TOPS, enables on-device AI workloads in addition to traditional CPU and GPU tasks. It offers up to 15.5 hours of video playback and around 11.5 hours of web usage.

Microsoft’s new Surface Pro includes a 1440p front-facing camera with support for Windows Studio Effects such as automatic framing and background blur, alongside a 10 MP rear camera. Moreover, it features two USB‑C/USB4 ports, which support charging, data transfer, and external displays. The 13-inch Surface Pro also offers wireless connectivity support with Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. However, Microsoft has removed 5G cellular connectivity support from the new 13-inch Surface Pro.

New 13.8-inch and 15-inch Surface Laptop

The new 13.8-inch and 15-inch Surface Laptop models start at $1599, and they’re also powered by Snapdragon X2 processors. Both variants are offered with 16GB, 24GB, 32GB, or 64GB of RAM, and up to 2TB of removable SSD storage depending on the model. They feature Snapdragon X2 Plus and X2 Elite processors, which are paired with Qualcomm’s Hexagon NPU capable of up to 80 TOPS.

The new Surface Laptop retains its familiar premium aluminum design, but comes in updated sizes and finishes, including new color options like Jade on the 13.8‑inch model. The displays remain in the 3:2 aspect ratio, with the 13.8‑inch model offering a 2304 × 1536 resolution (201 PPI) and the 15‑inch version featuring a 3270 × 2180 panel (262 PPI).

As for the battery life, Microsoft claims up to 20 hours of local video playback on the 13.8‑inch model and up to 19 hours on the 15‑inch version. The new Surface Laptop models include two USB‑C/USB4 ports, a USB‑A port, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and the traditional Surface Connect port for charging. The 15‑inch version also includes a microSD card reader.

The 13.8-inch and 15-inch Surface Laptop feature a 1080p front-facing camera with Windows Studio Effects, along with dual studio microphones and Dolby Atmos speakers. It includes a full-size keyboard with a dedicated Copilot key and a precision haptic touchpad with adaptive touch capabilities.

Microsoft has announced a limited-time offer for customers based in the United States. Users will get a free Surface Pro 13-inch keyboard when buying a 13-inch Surface Pro and a free Surface Arc Mouse when purchasing the 13.8-inch and 15-inch Surface Laptop models. Microsoft is also offering 50 percent off on the Microsoft Complete plan. This offer is valid from June 16 through June 30.