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Surface Model Comparison

Compare current Surface models side-by-side, including specs, CPU benchmarks, battery life, and weight. Find the perfect device tailored to your specific needs and priorities.

Surface Laptop vs. Surface Laptop (Screen Size & Generation Differences)

6 comparisons
Screen Size ShowdownView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)
202613.8"
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)1340g
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)
202615"
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)1660g

Laptop 8 (13.8") vs. Laptop 8 (15")

The ideal portability and perfect balance of the 13.8-inch, or the massive workspace, superior cooling, and MicroSD slot of the 15-inch.

16,500/17,200
20h/22h
Premium vs. ValueView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)
202613.8"
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)1340g
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)
202513"
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)1220g

Laptop 8 (13.8") vs. Laptop 13 (1st Gen)

The ultimate 13.8-inch powered by the Snapdragon X2 Elite, or the accessible 13-inch entry model offering great overall value.

16,500/10,800
20h/18h
13" Class ShowdownView Comparison
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)
202613"
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)1220g
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)
202613.8"
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)1340g

Laptop 13 (2nd Gen) vs. Laptop 8 (13.8")

The premium, ultra-thin 13.8-inch flagship takes on the highly cost-effective 2nd Gen with an 80 TOPS NPU and a 22-hour battery life.

12,500/16,500
22h/20h
Large Screen vs. CompactView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)
202615"
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)1660g
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)
202513"
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)1220g

15" Flagship vs. Laptop 13 (1st Gen)

The expansive 15-inch display ideal for desktop productivity, or the affordable 13-inch that slips easily into your bag.

17,200/10,800
22h/18h
13" Long Battery vs. 15" Large ScreenView Comparison
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)
202613"
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)1220g
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)
202615"
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)1660g

13" 2nd Gen (22-Hour Battery) vs. 15" Large Screen

The 15-inch flagship boasting a massive workspace versus the 13-inch 2nd Gen with an incredible 22-hour battery life.

12,500/17,200
22h/22h
Generational UpgradeView Comparison
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)
202613"
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)1220g
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)
202513"
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)1220g

Laptop 13 (2nd Gen) vs. Laptop 13 (1st Gen)

A true successor moving from the Snapdragon X Plus (45 TOPS) to the X2 Plus, featuring an 80 TOPS NPU and up to 22 hours of battery life.

12,500/10,800
22h/18h

Surface Pro vs. Surface Laptop (2-in-1 vs. Clamshell)

12 comparisons
Clamshell vs. 2-in-1View Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)
202613.8"
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)1340g
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)
202613"
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)895g

Laptop 8 (13.8") vs. Pro 13" Flagship

The defining matchup. Detachable kickstand freedom and digital pen flow vs. built-in typing comfort and 20-hour endurance.

16,500/16,500
20h/15.5h
Big Screen vs. MobilityView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)
202615"
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)1660g
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)
202613"
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)895g

Laptop 8 (15") vs. Pro 13" Flagship

An ultra-flexible powerhouse you can take anywhere vs. an expansive 15-inch desktop companion.

17,200/16,500
22h/15.5h
Top 2-in-1 vs. Value LaptopView Comparison
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)
202613"
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)895g
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)
202513"
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)1220g

Pro 13" Top Spec vs. Laptop 13 (1st Gen)

Uncompromising high-end display and performance headroom vs. accessible Copilot+ PC typing convenience.

16,500/10,800
15.5h/18h
High-Value Laptop vs. Premium 2-in-1View Comparison
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)
202613"
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)1220g
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)
202613"
Surface Pro 12 (13-inch)895g

Laptop 13 (2nd Gen) vs. Pro 13" Top Spec

Up to 64GB RAM and OLED flexibility vs. 80 TOPS NPU efficiency with 22-hour battery life.

12,500/16,500
22h/15.5h
Premium Laptop vs. Compact 2-in-1View Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)
202613.8"
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)1340g
Surface Pro (12-inch)
202512"
Surface Pro (12-inch)680g

Laptop 8 (13.8") vs. Pro 12" 1st Gen

Highly portable 12-inch tablet experience vs. rigid build quality and robust processing on the Laptop 8.

16,500/10,800
20h/16h
Largest vs. LightestView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)
202615"
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)1660g
Surface Pro (12-inch)
202512"
Surface Pro (12-inch)680g

Laptop 8 (15" Canvas) vs. Pro 12" (Lightest)

Weighing just 686g for ultimate lightness vs. a generous 15-inch panel built for multitasking.

17,200/10,800
22h/16h
Entry ShowdownView Comparison
Surface Pro (12-inch)
202512"
Surface Pro (12-inch)680g
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)
202513"
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)1220g

Pro 12" 1st Gen vs. Laptop 13 (1st Gen)

Comparably priced Copilot+ entries. Detachable touchscreen tablet vs. traditional laptop layout.

10,800/10,800
16h/18h
Modern Laptop vs. Value 2-in-1View Comparison
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)
202613"
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)1220g
Surface Pro (12-inch)
202512"
Surface Pro (12-inch)680g

Laptop 13 (2nd Gen) vs. Pro 12" 1st Gen

Lightweight casual tablet vs. upgraded Snapdragon X2 Plus processor and 80 TOPS AI capabilities.

12,500/10,800
22h/16h
Premium Laptop vs. Modern LightweightView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)
202613.8"
Surface Laptop 8 (13.8-inch)1340g
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)
202612"
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)686g

Laptop 8 (13.8") vs. Pro 12" 2nd Gen

80 TOPS NPU packed into a 686g tablet body vs. higher-tier Elite processor options with an integrated deck.

16,500/11,500
20h/15.5h
15" Canvas vs. Ultra-LightView Comparison
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)
202615"
Surface Laptop 8 (15-inch)1660g
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)
202612"
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)686g

Laptop 8 (15") vs. Pro 12" 2nd Gen

Pocketable daily commuter at 686g vs. immersive desktop-grade view and extended battery performance.

17,200/11,500
22h/15.5h
2nd Gen 2-in-1 vs. 1st Gen LaptopView Comparison
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)
202612"
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)686g
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)
202513"
Surface Laptop, 13-inch (1st Edition)1220g

Pro 12" 2nd Gen vs. Laptop 13 (1st Gen)

Cutting-edge 80 TOPS AI efficiency in a tablet vs. affordable first-generation clamshell practicality.

11,500/10,800
15.5h/18h
Same-Gen Class MatchView Comparison
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)
202613"
Surface Laptop 13-inch (2nd Gen)1220g
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)
202612"
Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Gen)686g

Laptop 13 (2nd Gen) vs. Pro 12" 2nd Gen

Both powered by Snapdragon X2 Plus and 80 TOPS NPU. Tablet versatility and pen support vs. dedicated laptop ergonomics.

12,500/11,500
22h/15.5h
[1]Source: Geekbench 6 (Processor / OpenCL)

* Where Geekbench has no measured result, scores are estimated from spec change ratios wherever possible. 32-bit models have no data.