Microsoft brings Snapdragon X2 Plus to 13-inch Surface Laptop, 12-inch Surface Pro
Microsoft's lowest-end systems are getting upgrades to Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon X2 Plus processors.
Microsoft has announced updates to its lowest-end products, the 13-inch Surface Laptop and 12-inch Surface Pro. These devices are now powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus processor, an improvement from the first-gen Snapdragon X Plus. The new Surfaces will be released on October 13, with the Surface Laptop starting at $1,199 and the Surface Pro at $1,149. This represents a significant price increase from their previous versions, which began at $899 and $799, respectively.
Microsoft claims the new systems are 17% faster in Microsoft Office tasks, up to 18% more efficient on battery, and offer 95% faster AI inferencing on the NPU compared to the previous generation Snapdragon X Plus. Additionally, the 12-inch Surface Pro will have a 25% brighter display and receive optional 5G connectivity, while the Surface Pro will introduce Ink Canvas, a new sketching and annotating app for Windows 11.
The company is also unveiling a new Surface Mouse, priced at $79.99, featuring haptic feedback for enhanced user experience. This mouse connects via Bluetooth 6.0, uses two AAA batteries, and comes in black and platinum colors. The entire lineup launches on October 13.
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