Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Review - So Much Better!

Surface Pro 8 Review. Microsofts surface pro 8 is the refresh a lot of people have been waiting for. Beautiful screen, great performance , surface slim pen 2 and insane battery life. But is it worth it? Watch for the full review.

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[MatthewMoniz]

I love the Surface Pro 8. The experience is fantastic but the price not so much. What do you guys think?

[steveb]

I've had this exact model (black/red as well!) for nearly a week now, it's my first surface. So far this thing is absolutely amazing! It does everything I want and the portability/battery make it worth the premium in my opinion. Excellent device.

[JustinSCampbell]

I agree with you about the pen. I think the reviewers who have been dissing it haven't used the original surface slim pen since 2019. I've come from the Surface Pro X and it's a big difference. The new pen feels like writing on paper.

[bradavon]

Worth remembering he's talking about Canadian dollars :). Shouldn't need to mention the US price really, but worth knowing.

[nick-dogg]

I wish other brands would start working in making more tablet style windows 2 in 1’s.

[henryohm]

I just purchased my Surface 8 2 days ago. It is my 4th Surface since I started with the Surface 4 on Offer Up. I purchased one for 50 bucks because the student was leaving far away to anotehr college and it was her last hour here and she just needed to get rid of it. Of course I was skeptical, but it turned out soo good, that years later, Im here with a 4th one. I'm an I.T and use extensive CPU-eating programs, very few laptops can hold on to what I throw at them. The surface 6 held out Soo good (i-5, 16gb) so I purchased this 8, and so far, she is handling it like a boss. I use CCTV programs that decode Video and Audio, and I can run them ALL day with as much programs as I want, It will NOT slow down one bit. These Surface laptops are VERY well made, It sucks to hear how soo many people are negative about them when they have no clue on how well they can perform under load. Kudo Microsoft for the Surface Pro line. Id pay a thousand more for them (no I won't, they are ghastly expensive) But I sure wish they would come with at least a pen. 5 Stars from Me. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[atimholt]

I loved my 2017 Surface Pro (“5”), but it died about a year ago. I got a desktop to replace it, and it's much more powerful. However, I really miss the form factor, so I've finally given in and ordered the Surface Pro 8.

[KungPowEnterFist]

The 9 is out now. No audio jack is a huge miss for me. Now thinking to get the 8 to replace my 6. First thing I notice is the horrible placement of the power and volume. The 6 has them on the top left, and that is the best place. Ugh, for this price...

[cozyimmerse]

Surface Pro 7 user and I find this one to still be the best for me even though the 8 looks so nice. Personally don't need a pure desktop feel this thing does what I need without being too heavy, and with Windows 11 can be a tablet when I want.

[MVIVN]

Just bought a Surface Pro to replace my 2016 iPad. It cost a lot but I'm looking forward to making it my new go-to portable machine. Got the i7 with 16GB ram and 512 GB ssd because I intend to be using it for some years.

[OfficialHassanTaher]

Nice review, a small note: Microsoft will bring an update to Surface Pro 8 to enable Dynamic Refresh Rate so it will switch automatically from 60 Hz to 120 Hz depending on the content and use case (such as scrolling).

Of course, you did a review on how the product is today and you did a great job!

[BfSkinnerPunk]

This is the first review I've seen where the battery life sounds decent. Most are saying they are LUCKY to get 6 hours. Other than the price, this is the biggest concern... especially when comparing to Apple.
I suppose the biggest selling point of a Surface Pro is that it is an actual computer running the full sized applications.
If the full integration with Android apps ever takes place, this will help ... in the sense that an actual eco-system with Android/Samsung will develop as a way to compete with that very nice Apple system.

[AndrewSheldon]

Two things I don't like about this upgrade, and its my 3rd surface Pro. The problems I have is: (i) I don't feel I'm getting a better laptop. Even if its faster, with new software, it seems the same. I do appreciate the faster charging and 2 USB-type C ports. The big issue is the on/off button is poorly placed. I pack the device in my bag and I can hear the computer starting up. This has happened to me several times. Its concerning because a stowed 'on' computer can overheat and cause fires. So safety issue. I just expected a speed difference. I'm not feeling it. I love the device though.

[CareyVandenberg]

As a desktop user who also has a Surface the biggest downside to the Surface and the reason I still have to keep my desktop is that the Surface can only add 2 external monitors. My 7 yr old Dell PC can run 3 very big ones. With the Surface I'd have to use the small Surface monitor as my 3rd monitor which is a significant downgrade to what I've been using for over 10 years.

[angeliaphillips]

I so love the Surface series. This one is amazing but for now, Ii gotta stick with my much-loved Surface Pro 5. However, when I eventually have to upgrade, it'll likely be to the 8. Thx for the awesome review! ☺️👍

[govindkrishnalb]

Dynamic refresh rate feature will roll out in future, they told it in the windows 11 launch.

[nickgennady]

I think when Intel releases there rise-v chips next year (apparently) these surface products will be even much better.

[jimroscovius]

I have a Pro (current kitchen computer), Pro 3 (daughter has it), Pro 5 (which I traded in), and my current Pro 7, which I bought on sale. It's my desktop PC when plugged into my Surface Dock.

[foxtrotcharlie]

Great review,
By the way, your roll in "Starship Troopers" was underrated...

[themanunleashed]

I have the Surface Pro 2 with an i5 processor with 128GB. It cost $999 without the type cover. I use it 3D modeling with SolidWorks and taking notes. it handles it well for those applications. I think an i7 processor is a bit of an overkill. Saving money with an i5 processor is enough for most applications. That's just my opinion. My surface is still running strong fyi due to the SSD drive.