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Microsoft introduces cheaper Surface devices with half the memory

Microsoft has expanded its Surface lineup by introducing lower-cost 12-inch Surface Pro and 13-inch Surface Laptop models featuring 8GB of RAM and starting prices of $849 and $949.

Key Points

  • The new Surface Pro starts at $849, while the 13-inch Surface Laptop begins at $949.
  • Both devices feature 8GB of RAM, a reduction from the 16GB found in previous base configurations.
  • The models retain the 8-core Snapdragon X Plus processor and 256GB of storage found in higher-end versions.
  • These specific configurations do not support Copilot Plus AI features, which require a minimum of 16GB of RAM.
  • The new pricing follows a series of price hikes implemented by Microsoft in April 2026.

Why it Matters

These lower-cost configurations aim to make Microsoft's hardware more accessible following significant price increases over the past year. However, the lack of Copilot Plus support and competition from more affordable alternatives like the MacBook Neo may limit the appeal of these entry-level devices.
The Verge Published by Emma Roth
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