Microsoft Launches New Surface Devices With Price Hikes
WHO:
Techmeme - Microsoft is the organization launching new devices.
Mashable - The new devices are the Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12.
WHAT:
Engadget - The new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop are about 50 to 60 percent more expensive than the previous generation.
9to5Google - The Surface Pro starts at $1,499 with Snapdragon X2 Plus and 16GB of RAM, with no keyboard or stylus.
9to5Google - The new Surface Laptop starts at $1,599 with Snapdragon X2 Plus and 16GB of RAM.
9to5Google - Microsoft claims a 53% improvement in graphics performance with the new models.
9to5Google - Both machines utilize 100% recycled aluminum for the shell.
9to5Google - A new Surface Repair Tool is introduced that runs tests on supported components and guides repairs for eligible parts.
Techmeme - Microsoft upgraded the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 chips.
Engadget - The new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop are priced $500 and $600 more than their predecessors.
The Verge - The Surface Pro starts at $1,499 with 256GB of storage, and the Surface Laptop starts at $1,599 with a 512GB SSD.
TechRadar - The new Surface devices have experienced significant price hikes.
The Verge - The starting prices of the new models are $100 higher than the previous generation.
WHERE:
The Verge - The new Surface devices are available for purchase.
WHEN:
The Verge - Commercial versions of the X2 Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 are expected to launch on July 14th.
The Verge - The Surface for Business X2 models will have starting prices of $1,649.99.
WHY:
Engadget - The price increase is attributed to advancements in AI technology.
HOW:
The Verge - The new Surface Pro 12 features a 13-inch size with 10-core X2 Plus and 12-core X2 Elite chips.
The Verge - The Surface Laptop 8 is available in 13.8-inch and 15-inch sizes, both offering X2 Plus and X2 Elite configurations.
The Verge - Microsoft claims the new X2 Surface generation has significantly faster graphics performance while maintaining excellent battery life, with up to 15.5 hours of local video playback on the Surface Pro and up to 20 hours on the Laptop.
(UPDATED June 16, 2026 20:06 UTC)
Microsoft has unveiled its new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, which are priced about 50 to 60 percent higher than their predecessors, with the Surface Pro starting at $1,499 and the Surface Laptop at $1,599, both featuring the Snapdragon X2 Plus and 16GB of RAM. The company boasts a significant 53% improvement in graphics performance for these models, which are crafted from 100% recycled aluminum. Additionally, a new Surface Repair Tool has been introduced to assist users in testing and repairing supported components.
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(UPDATED June 16, 2026 14:42 UTC)
Microsoft is set to launch its new devices, the Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12, featuring upgraded Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 chips. The starting prices for these devices are $1,499 for the Surface Pro with 256GB of storage and $1,599 for the Surface Laptop with a 512GB SSD, reflecting a price increase of $500 and $600 compared to their predecessors. Commercial versions of the new models are expected to hit the market on July 14th, with the Surface for Business X2 models starting at $1,649.99, as advancements in AI technology contribute to these higher costs.