Microsoft unveils refreshed smaller versions of its Surface Pro (12-inch) and Surface Laptop (13-inch) devices, updating the internal processors to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Plus. Multiple outlets report that the new models focus on improved performance and efficiency compared with the prior generation.
Outlets note that Microsoft keeps the overall design and other hardware characteristics largely unchanged from last year, with the primary change being the chip upgrade. PetaPixel and Engadget emphasize the performance and efficiency improvements enabled by the Snapdragon X2 Plus. The Verge adds that the refresh leads to higher starting prices while retaining the same general platform features.
Pricing details vary by device and source coverage, but 9to5Google and The Verge describe the new models as starting at specific retail price points. 9to5Google also reports that the 12-inch Surface Pro includes 5G connectivity, framing the refresh as both a compute upgrade and a connectivity update.
