Surface Pro 6
CPU Benchmark
4,500
Battery Life
9h
Weight
770g
Customization
1/10
Surface Pro 6 Features
"Introduced 8th Gen quad-core processors for nearly double the multi-threaded performance, alongside a popular new Matte Black finish."
Standout strengths
- Nearly double the CPU multi-core performance
- Addition of the sleek Matte Black colorway
Trade-offs
- Still no USB-C (relies on Mini DisplayPort)
- No exterior design changes
Surface Pro 6 Performance Position
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Surface Pro 6
Current Model
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)
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Specs Comparison: vs Predecessor (Surface Pro (5th Gen))
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This Model
Surface Pro 6
Previous Gen
Surface Pro (5th Gen)
Upgrade Criteria
CPU performance improved by approx. 18%. Heavy tasks become dramatically smoother.
Battery life is 9 hours. More peace of mind on the go.
Support for latest AI features and connectivity (Wi-Fi 7) increases future value.
Specs Comparison: Current Models vs Surface Pro 6
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| Spec Item | Pro 6 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Benchmark | 4,500 | 16,800 | 10,500 | 16,800 | 16,800 | 10,500 |
| GPU Benchmark | 700 | 3,400 | 2,000 | 3,400 | 3,400 | 2,000 |
| AI Processor (NPU) | — | 80 TOPS | 45 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 45 TOPS |
| Battery Life | Up to 9h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 15h | Up to 20h | Up to 22h | Up to 18h |
| Weight | 770g | 895g | 680g | 1340g | 1660g | 1220g |
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Accessory Compatibility
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| Accessory | Pro 6 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Type Cover | - | Surface Pro Flex / Signature Keyboard | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard | - | - | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) |
Surface Pen | - | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Surface Slim Pen | - | - | Surface Slim Pen (Supported) |
AC Adapter | - | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | USB-C | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | USB-C / 39W Surface Connect |
Surface Dock | - | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock |
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Surface Pro 6 Specs
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| Processor (CPU) | 8th Gen Intel Core i5 / i7 (CPU Benchmark: 4,500) |
|---|---|
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel® UHD Graphics 620 (GPU Benchmark: 700) |
| Memory (RAM) | 8GB / 16GB |
| Storage (SSD) | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Display Size | 12.3" |
| Resolution | 2736 × 1824 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Battery Life | Up to 9h |
| Weight | 770g |
| Dimensions | 292.1 × 201.4 × 8.5 mm |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2018 |
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