

Surface Pro keeps the same display size, but increases tablet thickness by 43% over the RT version. The differences compared to the Surface RT is that the Surface with Windows 8 Pro comes with an Intel Core i5 processor and will run current Windows 7 desktop apps, so Microsoft proudly claims “it’s a full PC AND a tablet.” Also, the $899 starting price does not include a Touch Cover or Type Cover ($120-$130).Īs for battery life, the official twitter account revealed the Surface Pro will have half the battery life of the Surface RT (which has been tested at 8-9 hours of battery life), so we can assume it will be 4-5 shahroom Hey Shahroom, #Surface pro will have approximately half the batter life of Surface RT.Īccording to AnandTech, the major differences between the Pro and RT when compared are: In January, Surface with Windows 8 Pro will be available in two versions and pricing will start at $899:īoth versions will both include a Surface pen with Palm Block technology and include the ability to use a Touch Cover or Type Cover (sold separately). Earlier today Microsoft announced its pricing for the higher end Surface Pro tablet:
