The Surface Laptop 5 is shaping up to be a great computer for those in the Microsoft camp that want something reliable. ![]() Initial verdict: it’s worth going for Pro You’ll also find a separate 10MP camera on the rear, complete with autofocus. Both have a single Thunderbolt 4 port and a slower (but more convenient) USB-A running at USB 3.1 speeds.īoth the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop get webcams that play nicely with Windows Hello facial recognition, and dual far-field studio mics for crystal clear audio during video calls, but for the best visual clarity you’re going to want the 2-in-1: it has a 1080p camera, versus the 720p units seen in the Surface Laptop 5. The 13.5in model will typically last around 18 hours on a full charge, and the 15in up to 17 hours. Both the 13.5in and 15in model have the same memory and storage options, with 8, 16 or 32GB and 256GB, 512GB and 1TB respectively. It’s exclusively Intel-powered this time around, unlike last year’s models, which could also be had with AMD internals. You’ll find the same selection of 12th-gen chips powering the Surface Laptop 5. Both have Intel Iris Xe onboard graphics, and should deliver up to 50% more desktop grunt than the outgoing Surface Pro 8, according to Microsoft. Intel-powered machines can be equipped with either a 12th-gen Intel Core i5 or i7 CPU. You also have to kiss the Thunderbolt ports goodbye, although two USB 3.2 ports should still be plenty nippy. There’s a choice of 8 or 16GB of RAM and a 128, 256 or 512GB SSD, but Intel machines can manage 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD if your budget will stretch far enough. Memory and storage take a back seat, too. ![]() It might give up a bit in raw performance terms, but will last longer away from the mains – as much as 19 hours, whereas the Intel machines will be done before 16. Hardware & specs: not short on powerĭo you like having a choice of CPUs (or 5G connectivity)? The Surface Pro 9 can be had in Intel- or Qualcomm-powered varieties, with the latter using custom SQ3 silicon designed by Microsoft. Designers, architects and professions that demand a level of creativity will find the screen easier to scribble on, too. The resolution might not be quite as high, but the 120Hz refresh rate will be a treat for the eyes. Both support Dolby Vision IQ for cinema-grade video playback, and Dolby Atmos spatial sound from quad speakers.įor getting work done, you can’t really go wrong with either model – but we have to give the edge to the Surface Pro 9. Pixel density works out the same, too, although more pixels were needed for the larger model to achieve parity. This allows for greater control over annotating and highlighting documents.īoth the 13.5in and 15in Surface Laptop 5 have 3:2 aspect ratio screens and 10-point multi-touch. Microsoft OneNote’s Ink Focus and the new GoodNotes app for Windows 11 also come bundled. Its other USP is touch support, with the Microsoft Surface Pen making it something of a doodler’s dream. It’s got a 2880×1920 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate for super sleek scrolling. The Surface Pro 9 is a one-size-fits-all kinda deal, with the same 13in display across the board. It also weighs in at over 1.5kg, so is considerably less luggable. The larger 15in model is limited to Platinium and Matte Black colours. The Platinum model’s keyboard is also adorned with finger-pleasing Alcantara. The more portable 13.5in version can be had in equally pleasing Platinum, Sage, Matte Black and Sandstone colours. ![]() You have a choice of sizes if you opt for the Surface Laptop 5. It’s only available in select markets, and only at Liberty and Microsoft Stores. Microsoft also partnered with the London-based design house Liberty for a special edition blue floral version, which has laser-etched graphics and a matching keyboard. The Surface Pro 9 is an all-aluminium affair, and comes in Platinum, Graphite, Sapphire and Forest colours. There’s a kickstand built into the tablet portion to prop it up on a desk, and it weighs a paltry 879g with the keyboard detached. A detachable keyboard is effectively pointless if it’s never going to be detached, so should be the number one decider. You’re definitely paying a premium for the Surface Pro 9’s hybrid nature. We’ll point out the obvious: the Surface Pro 9 is a 2-in-1, the Laptop 5 is a laptop.
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