Microsoft Launches New Surface Pro, Laptop for Business with Intel Core Ultra
Microsoft announced new Surface Pro for Business and Surface Laptop for Business models powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors that are available today in select markets with significant graphics performance gains. The devices address IT challenges around AI workloads, security and investment decisions by integrating hardware, software and on-device AI capabilities.
Every IT leader and partner is navigating the same challenges: AI is changing the demands of how teams work, security threats are growing more sophisticated and agents are changing investment decisions for the future, all under greater scrutiny than ever before. The decisions organizations make now about their PC fleet will determine whether they lead through this transformation or spend years trying to catch up.
Microsoft builds Surface to meet these demands. From silicon to software, Surface hardware brings security, hybrid AI capability and intentional design into one integrated platform so customers do not have to compromise to meet their business outcomes.
"At Flagstar, were focused on equipping our teams with technology thats secure, flexible and ready for the next wave of AI. Surface brings together the hardware, security and Microsoft ecosystem in a way that just works, giving our teams the confidence to run AI-powered workflows on device while staying protected and productive wherever they are," said Jason Pope, Chief Technology Officer, Flagstar Bank.
Powered by Intel’s next‑generation Core Ultra Series 3 architecture, the devices deliver a meaningful leap in graphics performance, delivering up to 35% more graphics performance than MacBook Air with M5, and more than 90% faster performance than Laptop 5 on select configurations with Intel Core Ultra X7. The Intel Core Ultra Series 3 GPU enables analyzing complex information to presenting to customers or creating content on the go to move in real time, delivering sustained, fluid performance without compromising mobility, battery life or security.
The new Surface Laptop for Business 13-inch is the most portable Surface Laptop, available starting today in select markets in 16GB and 24GB configurations starting at $1,499 (MSRP), with an 8GB configuration coming later this year starting at $1,299.99 (MSRP). It features on-device AI processing, Wi-Fi 7 and a removable Gen 4 SSD designed for enterprise serviceability.
The new Surface Laptop for Business available in 13.8-inch and 15-inch is designed for knowledge workers, available starting today in select markets, starting at $1,949.99 (MSRP). It features an advanced haptic touchpad, stunning high‑resolution touchscreen display and an optional integrated privacy screen with anti‑glare on select configurations, with up to 23 hours of battery life.
Later this year, Microsoft will extend the Surface for Business portfolio with models featuring the Snapdragon X2 processors, delivering up to 80% faster local AI inferencing than before and uncompromising battery life. These AI PCs are built to perform at the speed of business whether teams are in the boardroom, at a customer site or working from anywhere.
Expert Take: Enterprise admins should weigh the on-device AI inferencing, removable SSD for serviceability and integrated security when evaluating fleet refreshes to balance performance gains against existing device management processes.
EXPERT TAKE
Enterprise admins should weigh the on-device AI inferencing, removable SSD for serviceability and integrated security when evaluating fleet refreshes to balance performance gains against existing device management processes.
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