Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2025), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, 12" Touchscreen Display, Snapdragon X Plus (8 Core), 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Violet

I have used Windows tablets with cellular service for years and was reluctant to purchase a Surface because they weren't available from my cell provider. I wish I had just bought a Surface and used the hotspot on my phone when I was away from home. The performance when compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book and the Lenovo Flex 5 I had previously is by far superior. Yes, those were older models but even when new they never performed like this Surface. If you haven't used a Windows tablet before don't take my statement about performance to mean it's the equivalent of a desktop or laptop. It won’t replace a computer that is built for high performance. If you don’t need that a Surface might be worth it for you. If you go to a big box store and look at what they have for sale you will notice quickly that they have both laptops and desktops that are less expensive. So, why buy a Surface when you can get a regular computer for less money? 1. Value – Yes, you can buy an inexpensive desktop PC or a laptop for less money than a Surface costs. In my experience those PC’s give you just what you paid for: mediocre performance and poor-quality hardware that doesn’t last. The Surface is a well-built PC and out performs any of the lower end systems I have had to use or repair in the past few years. 2. Portability - Yes, laptops are portable but they are generally bulkier. I have to carry a large laptop bag with me when I take the laptop out of the house. I can drop my surface in a tablet sleeve to protect it in my backpack along with whatever else I need and not have to carry two bags and feel like I'm performing weight training. I still use my laptop away from home when I am going to where I will be using it for a significant time and need a screen large enough to keep multiple documents open and visible at the same time but that is rare. 3. Takes less space on a table or desk - The Surface Pro 2-in-1 doesn't take up a lot of space. I purchased the removable keyboard and use it when I am where space isn't a problem but the Surface shines when space is limited. I keep a small, folding Bluetooth keyboard with me for when I am not going to be doing serious amounts of typing. I play role playing games and use the Surface when and run a game and when I am one of the players. With several of us around a table space is often limited. Even a medium sized laptop is too large to use in most cases. Using a small keyboard that is not connected allows me to keep the Surface on the table and move the keyboard out of the way as needed. 4. Battery life - Microsoft says the battery lasts 16 hours and I've not gotten that much out use of one charge but the Surface outlasts my Dell Inspiron by several hours. I've not had the battery run out on me when I was away from home. As long as I remember to charge it at night when the battery is less than 30% charge I don't worry about having to find a place to plug it in. 4. Compatibility – This is for any of you who have used an older 64 bit Windows tablet. The biggest problem I had with my Galaxy Book and then the Flex 5 was that they ran a heavily modified version of Windows. I could not find anti-virus software other than Windows Defender that would run on one of them because of an incompatibility with the processors. I also had to install 32 bit versions of most other software because of this and had to do without if there wasn’t one available. I’ve not tried to install anything that will run on an Intel CPU that didn’t install and run well on the Surface. I’m sure there is going to be some software out there that refuses to install but so far I haven’t found it. I could go on and on but the bottom line is that I am more than pleased with my Surface. This model is worth every penny I spent on it. It has taken every task I have thrown at it and not failed to handle them even once.

Excellent! Excellent!! Excellent!!! This device is second to none in this category. Not only is it a little powerhouse that's in the high-end category but it's aesthetically pleasing to look at and provides trouble-free computing. I decided to upgrade from my Surface Pro 7 which I've had for quite some years (it's still fully functional). Its size promotes mobility and on-the-go use. Connectivity and build quality are exceptional. This device boasts superior hardware and software. The build quality is very good. Boot up time is excellent. Processing is quick. Multiple tasks can be performed simultaneously with the RAM included and overheating has not been an issue. Battery life is excellent. Performing all routine tasks - productivity tasks, web surfing, media consumption - does not drain the battery. I can easily go two days without charging and the battery will not be depleted. Sound quality is not lacking and speakers sound well-balanced, making media and entertainment use enjoyable. Not used for gaming so I cannot comment on that. I completed the device with the matching keyboard and slim pen.

I’ve been using the Microsoft Surface Pro (2025) for everyday work and entertainment, and overall I’m very satisfied with it. The device is lightweight, compact, and very well built. The 12" touchscreen is sharp and responsive, great both for productivity and media consumption. Performance is smooth for daily tasks like Excel, Word, web browsing, emails, and streaming. Battery life is solid and easily lasts a full working day with mixed use. With the keyboard and Slim Pen, the Surface Pro truly feels like a flexible 2-in-1 device: a tablet when you need portability and a laptop when you need to get real work done. The pen is accurate and comfortable for notes and light drawing. Windows 11 runs smoothly, and all updates install without issues. Overall, this is a great choice for anyone looking for a portable, modern Windows device for work, study, and everyday tasks. Highly recommended