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{{Short description|The eleventh generation of Microsoft Surface Pro}}
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The eleventh generation Surface Pro is officially called Surface Pro 11th Edition.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Surface Pro Flex Keyboard with Slim Pen - Tech Specs |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/d/surface-pro-flex-keyboard-with-slim-pen/93fzrmtgj6jw#tech-specs |website=[[Microsoft Surface]]}}</ref>
| name = Surface Pro 11th Edition
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| logo = File:Microsoft Surface logo.svg
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| developer = [[Microsoft]]
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| family = [[Microsoft Surface]]
| type = [[2-in-1 detachable]]
| generation = eleventh
| release date = {{Start date and age|2024|06|18|df=yes|br=y}} <!--YYY|MM|YY-->
| retail availability =
| lifespan =
| price = [[United States dollar|USD]] $999 to 2,099
| discontinued =
| units sold =
| units shipped =
| media =
| os = [[Windows 11|Windows 11 Home or Pro]]
| power =
| soc =
| cpu = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon]]
[[List_of_Qualcomm_Snapdragon_systems_on_chips#Snapdragon_X_series|X Plus]] or <br>[[Qualcomm Snapdragon]] X Elite<br>[[Qualcomm Hexagon]] ([[Neural processing unit|NPU]])
| memory = 16GB, or 32GB <br>
| storage = 256GB, 512GB, <br> or 1TB [[Solid-state drive|SSD]]
| memory card =
| display = 13 inch touchscreen <br>120 Hz [[refresh rate]] <br>[[PixelSense]] Display <br>2880 x 1920, 267 [[Pixel density|PPI]] <br>3:2 [[Aspect Ratio]]
| graphics = [[Qualcomm Adreno|Adreno]]
| sound = 2W stereo speakers with<br> [[Dolby|Dolby Atmos]]
| input = '''Built-in:''' touchscreen, ambient light sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, <br>dual far-field studio mics <br>'''Sold Separately:''' type cover, mouse, stylus pen, Surface Dial
| controllers =
| camera = '''Front''': 1440p Quad HD <br>'''Rear''': 10 MP, 4K
| touchpad = On the Surface Type Cover <br><small>(sold separately)</small>
| connectivity = [[WiFi 7]], [[Bluetooth 5.4]], [[5G]], 2 [[USB-C]] with [[Thunderbolt (interface)]]
| currentfw =
| platform =
| service = [[Microsoft Store (digital)|Microsoft Store]], [[OneDrive]]
| dimensions = 287 mm x 208 mm x 9.3 mm <br> (11.3 in x 8.2 in x 0.37 in)
| weight = {{convert|895|g|lbs}} – {{convert|895|g|lbs}}
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| compatibility =
| predecessor = [[Surface Pro 10]]<br>[[Surface Pro X]]
| successor =
| related = [[Microsoft Surface|Surface]]
| website = {{url|https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/d/surface-pro-9/93vkd8np4fvk|www.surface.com}}
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The '''Surface Pro 11th Edition''' is a [[2-in-1 PC|2-in-1]] detachable [[tablet computer]] developed by [[Microsoft]] to supersede the [[Surface Pro 10]] and [[Surface Pro X]]. Released alongside the [[Intel]] x86-based Surface Pro 10, the SP11E introduces the [[List_of_Qualcomm_Snapdragon_systems_on_chips#Snapdragon_X_series|Qualcomm Snapdragon X]] series CPUs to the Surface Pro model line. It's also the first Surface device with a built-in [[AI accelerator|NPU]] designed for generative AI, via [[Microsoft Copilot|Microsoft Copilot+]]

== Background and Reveal ==

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon X line of CPUs on Oct 10, 2023.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Introducing Our Next Gen Intelligent PC Platforms: The Snapdragon X Series|url=https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2023/10/introducing-our-next-gen-intelligent-pc-platforms-the-snapdragon-x-series|access-date=2023-10-10|website=www.qualcomm.com}}</ref> Microsoft announced the Surface Pro 11th Edition and Surface Laptop 7th Edition at an AI-related press event on May 20, 2024. The press release touted performance, efficiency, and battery life that would rival the [[Macbook Air]] [[Apple M3|M3]], and major performance gains over the [[Surface Pro 9]]. The CPU options available are the Snapdragon X Plus with 10 cores, and the Snapdragon X Elite with 12 cores. The devices contain a Hexagon NPU for use with Microsoft Copilot+ generative AI app.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Microsoft Surface Pro 11 release date, specs, price and latest news |url=https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/laptops/microsoft-surface-pro-11|access-date=2024-05-20|website=www.tomsguide.com}}</ref>

== Hardware ==

* The Surface Pro 11E is the 13th overall addition to the [[Surface Pro]] line.
* Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon X CPUs
* Qualcomm Hexagon [[AI accelerator|NPU]]
* 5G connectivity models available in Fall 2024
* Battery life rated at up to 14 hours video playback, 10 hours active web usage<br>LCD: 48Wh<br>OLED: 53Wh
* 13-inch touchscreen at 267 PPI, 3:2 aspect ratio, and 120&nbsp;Hz refresh rate
* 2 USB-C ports with data transfer, charging, and DisplayPort 2.1
* Surface Connect charging port
* Up to 1TB of SSD storage.
* Up to 32GB of memory
* 4K video camera support.
* 39W power supply<ref>{{Cite web|title=Microsoft Surface Pro Fact Sheet|url=https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/laptops/microsoft-surface-pro-11|access-date=2024-05-20|website=www.microsoft.com}}</ref>

== Software ==
Surface Pro 11E ship with a pre-installed 64-bit version of [[Windows 11|Windows 11 Home]] (which may be upgraded to Pro for a fee) and a [[Shareware|trial]] of [[Microsoft 365|Office 365]]. Windows 11 24H2 includes an updated x86 emulator, now called ''Prism.'' Similar to [[Rosetta 2]] on [[Apple Silicon]], this is a compatibility layer which allows x86-based applications to run on the ARM instruction set, to address apps that have not yet seen ARM-native releases.<ref>{{cite web|title=Microsoft says “Prism” translation layer does for Arm PCs what Rosetta did for Macs|url=https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/05/microsoft-says-prism-translation-layer-does-for-arm-pcs-what-rosetta-did-for-macs/|date=May 20, 2024|website=Ars Technica|access-date=June 22, 2024}}</ref>

Windows 11 includes ''Microsoft Copilot'' for AI features. ''Microsoft Recall,'' a controversial snapshot search history AI feature was disabled upon launch, and will be opt-in only once it launches. Recall was widely derided upon it's reveal, citing security and privacy concerns, prompting Microsoft to make it an opt-in only feature.<ref>{{cite web|title=Microsoft’s all-knowing Recall AI feature is being delayed|url=https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24178144/microsoft-windows-ai-recall-feature-delay|date=June 13, 2024|website=The Verge|access-date=June 21, 2024}}</ref>

== Serviceability and Repairability ==

Microsoft has released service guides for Surface Pro 11E and Surface Laptop 7th Edition.<ref>{{cite web|title=Download Surface Service Guides from Official Microsoft Download Center|url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=100440|date=June 19, 2024|website=Microsoft.com|access-date=June 22, 2024}}</ref>

[[iFixit]] has given both the Surface Pro 11E Surface Laptop 7E an overall rating of 8/10 on the repairability scale. Noting the improvements over previous Surface devices and the user-removable SSD.<ref>{{cite web|title=Surface Pro 11 & Surface Laptop 7 Teardowns - Repairable, AI Powered Devices!!!|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eg7KXJQ0p00&list=LL&index=3&t=100s|date=June 22, 2024|website=youtube.com|access-date=June 22, 2024}}</ref>

== Timeline ==
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== Notes ==
<references group="Notes" />

== References ==
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Revision as of 06:31, 23 June 2024

Surface Pro 11th Edition
DeveloperMicrosoft
Product familyMicrosoft Surface
Type2-in-1 detachable
Generationeleventh
Release date18 June 2024;
4 months ago
 (2024-06-18)
Introductory priceUSD $999 to 2,099
Operating systemWindows 11 Home or Pro
CPUQualcomm Snapdragon X Plus or
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite
Qualcomm Hexagon (NPU)
Memory16GB, or 32GB
Storage256GB, 512GB,
or 1TB SSD
Display13 inch touchscreen
120 Hz refresh rate
PixelSense Display
2880 x 1920, 267 PPI
3:2 Aspect Ratio
GraphicsAdreno
Sound2W stereo speakers with
Dolby Atmos
InputBuilt-in: touchscreen, ambient light sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer,
dual far-field studio mics
Sold Separately: type cover, mouse, stylus pen, Surface Dial
CameraFront: 1440p Quad HD
Rear: 10 MP, 4K
TouchpadOn the Surface Type Cover
(sold separately)
ConnectivityWiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5G, 2 USB-C with Thunderbolt (interface)
Online servicesMicrosoft Store, OneDrive
Dimensions287 mm x 208 mm x 9.3 mm
(11.3 in x 8.2 in x 0.37 in)
Mass895 grams (1.973 lb) – 895 grams (1.973 lb)
PredecessorSurface Pro 10
Surface Pro X
RelatedSurface
Websitewww.surface.com

The Surface Pro 11th Edition is a 2-in-1 detachable tablet computer developed by Microsoft to supersede the Surface Pro 10 and Surface Pro X. Released alongside the Intel x86-based Surface Pro 10, the SP11E introduces the Qualcomm Snapdragon X series CPUs to the Surface Pro model line. It's also the first Surface device with a built-in NPU designed for generative AI, via Microsoft Copilot+

Background and Reveal

Qualcomm announced the Snapdragon X line of CPUs on Oct 10, 2023.[1] Microsoft announced the Surface Pro 11th Edition and Surface Laptop 7th Edition at an AI-related press event on May 20, 2024. The press release touted performance, efficiency, and battery life that would rival the Macbook Air M3, and major performance gains over the Surface Pro 9. The CPU options available are the Snapdragon X Plus with 10 cores, and the Snapdragon X Elite with 12 cores. The devices contain a Hexagon NPU for use with Microsoft Copilot+ generative AI app.[2]

Hardware

  • The Surface Pro 11E is the 13th overall addition to the Surface Pro line.
  • Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon X CPUs
  • Qualcomm Hexagon NPU
  • 5G connectivity models available in Fall 2024
  • Battery life rated at up to 14 hours video playback, 10 hours active web usage
    LCD: 48Wh
    OLED: 53Wh
  • 13-inch touchscreen at 267 PPI, 3:2 aspect ratio, and 120 Hz refresh rate
  • 2 USB-C ports with data transfer, charging, and DisplayPort 2.1
  • Surface Connect charging port
  • Up to 1TB of SSD storage.
  • Up to 32GB of memory
  • 4K video camera support.
  • 39W power supply[3]

Software

Surface Pro 11E ship with a pre-installed 64-bit version of Windows 11 Home (which may be upgraded to Pro for a fee) and a trial of Office 365. Windows 11 24H2 includes an updated x86 emulator, now called Prism. Similar to Rosetta 2 on Apple Silicon, this is a compatibility layer which allows x86-based applications to run on the ARM instruction set, to address apps that have not yet seen ARM-native releases.[4]

Windows 11 includes Microsoft Copilot for AI features. Microsoft Recall, a controversial snapshot search history AI feature was disabled upon launch, and will be opt-in only once it launches. Recall was widely derided upon it's reveal, citing security and privacy concerns, prompting Microsoft to make it an opt-in only feature.[5]

Serviceability and Repairability

Microsoft has released service guides for Surface Pro 11E and Surface Laptop 7th Edition.[6]

iFixit has given both the Surface Pro 11E Surface Laptop 7E an overall rating of 8/10 on the repairability scale. Noting the improvements over previous Surface devices and the user-removable SSD.[7]

Timeline

Timeline of Surface devices
Surface Duo 2Surface DuoSurface Hub 3Surface Hub 2SSurface HubSurface Studio 2Surface Studio 2Surface StudioSurface Laptop SESurface Laptop Studio 2Surface Laptop StudioSurface Laptop Go 3Surface Laptop Go 2Surface Laptop GoSurface Laptop (7th generation)Surface Laptop 6Surface Laptop 5Surface Laptop 4Surface Laptop 3Surface Laptop 2Surface LaptopSurface Book 3Surface Book 2Surface BookSurface Pro XSurface Pro XSurface Go 4Surface Go 3Surface Go 2Surface GoSurface Pro (11th generation)Surface Pro 10Surface Pro 9Surface Pro 8Surface Pro 7Surface Pro 7Surface Pro 6Surface Pro (2017)Surface Pro 4Surface Pro 3Surface Pro 2Surface ProSurface 3Surface 2Surface (2012 tablet)


Notes


References

  1. ^ "Introducing Our Next Gen Intelligent PC Platforms: The Snapdragon X Series". www.qualcomm.com. Retrieved 10 October 2023.
  2. ^ "Microsoft Surface Pro 11 release date, specs, price and latest news". www.tomsguide.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  3. ^ "Microsoft Surface Pro Fact Sheet". www.microsoft.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  4. ^ "Microsoft says "Prism" translation layer does for Arm PCs what Rosetta did for Macs". Ars Technica. 20 May 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
  5. ^ "Microsoft's all-knowing Recall AI feature is being delayed". The Verge. 13 June 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
  6. ^ "Download Surface Service Guides from Official Microsoft Download Center". Microsoft.com. 19 June 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
  7. ^ "Surface Pro 11 & Surface Laptop 7 Teardowns - Repairable, AI Powered Devices!!!". youtube.com. 22 June 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
Preceded by Surface Pro
11th Edition
Succeeded by
TBA