Surface Pro 3
CPU Benchmark
1,800
Battery Life
9h
Weight
798g
Customization
1/10
Surface Pro 3 Features
"A legacy model released in the past."
Standout strengths
- Historical value
Trade-offs
- Discontinued
- Underpowered by modern standards
Generation Comparison
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Current Model
Surface Pro 3
Previous Gen
Surface Pro 2
Upgrade Criteria
CPU performance improved by approx. 38%. Heavy tasks become dramatically smoother.
Battery life is 9 hours. More peace of mind on the go.
Support for latest AI features and connectivity (Wi-Fi 7) increases future value.
Compare Performance
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Compare Current Models with Surface Pro 3
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| Spec Item | Pro 3 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Performance | 1,800 | 16,800 | 10,500 | 16,800 | 16,800 | 10,500 |
| GPU Performance | 300 | 3,400 | 2,000 | 3,400 | 3,400 | 2,000 |
| NPU | — | 80 TOPS | 45 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 45 TOPS |
| Battery | Up to 9h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 15h | Up to 20h | Up to 22h | Up to 18h |
| Weight | 798g | 895g | 680g | 1340g | 1660g | 1220g |
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Accessory Compatibility
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| Accessory | Pro 3 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Type Cover | - | Surface Pro Flex / Signature Keyboard | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard | - | - | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) |
Surface Pen | - | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Surface Slim Pen | - | - | Surface Slim Pen (Supported) |
AC Adapter | - | 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 / 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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Customization Level
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