Surface Pro 8
CPU Benchmark
6,500
Battery Life
8h
Weight
889g
Customization
5/10
Surface Pro 8 Features
"Powered by 11th Gen Intel. The first model to share the newer Pro 9 design, and still a dependable performer today."
Standout strengths
- 120Hz display support
- Thunderbolt 4 support
- Highly portable
Trade-offs
- Many used units have worn batteries
- Does not support the latest AI features
Surface Pro 8 Performance Position
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This Model
Surface Pro 8
Current Model
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)
Rank in Surface Pro Series (16 Models)
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Specs Comparison: vs Predecessor (Surface Pro 7+)
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This Model
Surface Pro 8
Previous Gen
Surface Pro 7+
Upgrade Criteria
CPU performance improved by approx. 0%. Heavy tasks become dramatically smoother.
Battery life is 8 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 8
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| Spec Item | Pro 8 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Benchmark | 6,500 | 16,800 | 10,500 | 16,800 | 16,800 | 10,500 |
| GPU Benchmark | 1,400 | 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 8h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 15h | Up to 20h | Up to 22h | Up to 18h |
| Weight | 889g | 895g | 680g | 1340g | 1660g | 1220g |
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Accessory Compatibility
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| Accessory | Pro 8 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Type Cover | Surface Pro Signature Keyboard | Surface Pro Flex / Signature Keyboard | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard | - | - | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) |
Surface Pen | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Surface Slim Pen | - | - | Surface Slim Pen (Supported) |
AC Adapter | 60W Surface Connect | 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 | 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 8 Specs
Comprehensive technical specifications including processor, memory, storage, display, and ports.
| Processor (CPU) | 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 / i7 (CPU Benchmark: 6,500) |
|---|---|
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel® Iris™ Xe Graphics (GPU Benchmark: 1,400) |
| Memory (RAM) | 8GB / 16GB / 32GB |
| Storage (SSD) | 128GB - 1TB |
| Display Size | 13" PixelSense™ Flow |
| Resolution | 2880 × 1920 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Battery Life | Up to 8h |
| Weight | 891g |
| Dimensions | 287 × 208 × 9.3 mm |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2021 |
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