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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GB
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GB lands as a strong tablet, built around 13 in.
75/100
13 inIntel Core i7-1185G716 GBIPS LCDWindows 11 Pro
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Why we rate it
- Fast charging
- Active stylus support
- Magnetic keyboard accessory
- Above-average refresh
- Below-average storage
Score profile
Scored against the tablets classWhere the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GB wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size13 "
Refresh120 Hz
Panel typeIPS LCD
Compute
ChipsetIntel Core i7-1185G7
RAM16 GB
Storage256 GB
Battery
Battery life16 hours
Fast chargingYes
Input and biometrics
Active stylus supportYes
Magnetic keyboard accessoryYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Design
Weight891 g
Thickness9.3 mm
USB-C ports2
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowMicrosoft Surface Pro 8 256GB vs Microsoft Microsoft Surface Pro 11
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GBMicrosoft Surface Pro 11
| MicrosoftMicrosoft Surface Pro 8 256GBThis page | MicrosoftMicrosoft Surface Pro 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75 /100 | 76 /100Better |
| Size | 13 " | 13 " |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Snapdragon X Elite |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GBBetter |
| Battery hours | 16 hoursBetter | 14 hours |
Who it's for
Is the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GB right for you?
Buy it if
Made for everyday use
Everyday users and creators who want a tablet that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier tablet is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
excellent
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GB worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 75/100 against other tablets, a strong result where the class average is around 59.
What stands out on the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 256GB?
Its fast charging stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Microsoft Surface Pro 11?
The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 scores 76/100 versus this one at 75/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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