These support Thunderbolt 4 for fast data transfer, but the USB-A port has been ditched. Microsoft has stuck with the proprietary Surface Connect as the main charging method, although you can use either of the USB-C ports instead.
It’s mostly business as usual on the sides of the device, where you’ll find the power button, volume rocker, 3.5mm headphone jack and docking station for keyboard covers. That makes it feel closer to a laptop than ever before, although the tablet itself is significantly lighter. The key design upgrade you’ll probably notice is much slimmer bezels, which allows for a larger 13in display within almost the same footprint. It’s your only option for biometric unlocking, with no fingerprint scanner on the device itself or either of the compatible keyboard covers. This is easy to set up and works extremely well, with an extra scan recommended if you wear glasses. Battery life is up to 16 hours, Microsoft said in its announcement.Next to it, you’ll find a separate infrared lens, meaning the Pro 8 supports Windows Hello face unlock. The default is 60Hz, though, so you don't drain your battery when you don't need it. Microsoft also introduced the Surface Slim Pen 2 with haptic feedback to help you take advantage of it. It also has a refresh rate up to 120Hz for a smoother inking experience. The Pro 8 is different inside and out.įor starters, Microsoft scrapped the 12.3-inch, 2,736x1,824-resolution display and used a larger 13-inch, 2,880x1,920-resolution one. Even when it was announced, though, the design hadn't changed much from the prior models. 2019 and it's been one of the best in the category ever since. Also announced at the event was the Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Duo 2, Surface Slim Pen 2, Surface Go 3 and some new accessibility features. The Surface Pro 8, announced at the Microsoft Surface event on Wednesday, brings Microsoft's top two-in-one up to par with its competition just in time for Windows 11.
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