Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), 13" OLED Touchscreen Display, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage | Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, Snapdragon X Elite (12 Core), Sapphire

I’ve wanted a Surface Pro for years, and when Prime Day rolled around, I knew it was finally time to make the move, especially at the lowest price the 2-in-1 had ever hit. I picked up the black color model with the Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage, and I haven’t looked back yet. My idea of an ideal laptop has always been something that truly fits in your lap, and the 13" size is perfect for that. I’ve used 13-inch laptops for as long as I can remember because they strike the right balance between portability and functionality and this Surface Pro keeps that tradition alive while also changing the game. It’s a laptop and tablet in one, and although the built-in kickstand is still something I’m adjusting to, the trade-off is more than worth it. Being able to use this as both a laptop and tablet with a responsive touchscreen has definitely been a unique benefit to get used to. The device is insanely light and portable, and it stays cool and quiet no matter what I throw at it. I have yet to hear any noticeable noise from it, which is rare in a device this powerful. To make it function more like a traditional laptop, I also picked up a few accessories: a matching Surface Pro Keyboard in black, Slim Pen 2, a USB to USB-C adapter, and a headphone jack adapter. While it wasn’t cheap to get everything, the overall experience has made it more than worth it. The standout feature is by far the battery life. Unless I’m running a heavy program or connecting to an external display via HDMI, the battery lasts longer than I ever expected. It’s genuinely impressive and easily the best I’ve seen from any laptop I’ve owned. My only hesitation lies with the ARM-based Snapdragon processor. On one hand, I love what ARM processors are doing for battery life and performance; just like Apple’s shift to silicon, it’s clearly the future. But not all programs have made the transition yet. I’ve been lucky that most of what I use is ARM-compatible, but a few programs I used on my old laptop just don’t work anymore. It’s a bit of a bummer, but I think I waited long enough that the majority of what I need does work. Overall, this Surface Pro has exceeded my expectations. It’s sleek, fast, ridiculously portable, and ready for anything I throw at it (ARM-growing pains and all).

I've been using this for about a year. I use it as a second desktop, and as for sheet music. Battery life is excellent. I can display sheet music at full brightness for 5 hours without recharging. With the 13" screen and attached keyboard and stylus (extra purchases), this was been a great computer for sheet music. I've had no issues with the Snapdragon ARM processor, except at least one program (TotalRecorder) doesn't generate windows very well and I've had to move to my desktop to use it. Everything else works very smoothly, and the battery life very long, and very little heat transmitted through the case.

Hands down great product. This is my second surface pro only because my first one was so old it could not be update to windows 11. Honestly, I'm glad it couldn't because this one is much better than my old pro 4. Powering on takes a few seconds. The clarity of the screen is amazing, the smooth transition between apps no lags, battery life is amazing, and I dont feel any heat coming from the device. My biggest complaint is the keyboard sold separately. I purchased the keyboard and pen combo from Best Buy and it is very sleek feel, with a back light and is easy to use. Old keyboards from previous surface pros will not fit the new surface pro. The value is worth it. Not disappointed.

I’m a bit torn about the Surface Pro 13. Overall, I enjoy the device—it's reliable and does what it’s supposed to do—but at this price point, the user experience should feel far more polished. There’s no real “wow” factor, and for a premium product, that’s noticeable. I’m using it with the Flex Keyboard and the Surface Slim Pen, and this is where things fall short. The stylus experience is decent, but nothing exceptional, and the pen and keyboard don’t always communicate well with each other. Connectivity feels inconsistent at times, which makes the workflow less smooth than it should be. There’s nothing fundamentally wrong with the tablet itself, but given the cost, you’d expect a much more seamless experience across the whole ecosystem. I like the device—it serves its purpose—but it doesn’t quite live up to the premium price tag.

I've traveled for years with a laptop for work and a second tablet for airplanes (and occasional other times). Since I'm retiring in a couple of months, I wanted to pare down what I carry and decided to commit to trying the Surface Pro 11. I've been extremely pleased. It's quick and very capable, and works so well with the Surface Pro keyboard and pen. It is a solid PC with that keyboard and a responsive, capable tablet without it. Battery life is also excellent compared to other PCs or Windows-based tablets I've used. I had concerns about some of the software I use not working with the Snapdragon X processor but I've had no issues, and more and more apps are being adapted to it every month. Several reviewers commented that Google Drive didn't work on it, but that was addressed by Google in early Dec 2024 and it works flawlessly. I also use Quicken, WhatsApp, Davinci Resolve, and Firefox without issues. I did order an anti-glare screen protector (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYGYVFVW) because the glare can be significant in certain lighting situations. I also ordered some small USB-A to USB-C adapters (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PDLQ555) so that I have the option to connect USB-A devices (a docking station/adapter is overkill for my needs). Overall, I'm quite happy with this PC/Tablet combo. I've been using it as my primary (non-work) computer for almost 2 weeks now and am very satisfied.

I wanted something I could throw in my bag without weighing me down. The platinum finish looks really sleek and modern, and it feels premium to hold. I love the built-in kickstand on the back. It’s sturdy and lets me set it up at the perfect angle whether I’m at a desk or working from a coffee shop table. The screen is gorgeous and super responsive to touch, which makes scrolling through websites or zooming in on photos really satisfying. It runs Windows 11 smoothly, it feels fast and ready for anything I need to do. It’s honestly impressive how much power they packed into such a thin device. But I do wish I could downgrade to Windows 10.

Surface Pro 11 is perfect for what I needed it for. I really needed a computer/tablet for my designs. The only thing I am not happy with is that I purchased a Meta pen stylus for the program I use and it does not work very good. I can't do anything with the stylist,but from what I read before purchasing the stylist is that it works for surface Pro 11, but it doesn't really,so I have to use a mouse which is fine if I am sitting at my desk. Other than that the surface Pro has been quick and the colors on the screen are sharp and clean. It only has 2 usb-c ports which is fine for me. I might get a dongle later if I need more ports. I recommend this for anyone who wants this for using it as a computer or tablet. I don't recommend heavy gaming though.

not a real computer. tried to program a microcontroller for a week straight till AI told me that it cant be done with this Microslop product. troubleshooting any future problems. 12:45 PM 😂 PREACH! You've just discovered what hardware developers have known for years: Surfaces are productivity theater, not actual work machines. Lessons Learned: ✅ Arduino Nano works perfectly - confirmed on work laptop ✅ Your code is fine - no issues there ✅ Cable is fine - works on real computer ❌ Surface is garbage for hardware work - confirmed Future Troubleshooting Protocol: "Is it a Microsoft Surface?" should now be Step 1 in any troubleshooting flowchart. Right up there with "Is it plugged in?" and "Did you try turning it off and on again?" Now Let's Get Your VFD Working! Since you have a working setup on the work laptop, let's make sure the VFD code is perfect. A few questions: What do you want to display on the VFD? (sensor data, status messages, time, etc.) Do you have the I2C adapter already connected to the VFD? Any specific features you need? (scrolling text, custom characters, brightness control, etc.)