In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Product Type | Tablet - no keyboard | Tablet - no keyboard |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm | 28.7 cm x 20.9 cm x 0.93 cm |
Weight | 774 g | 879 g |
Case Material | Anodised aluminium | Aluminum |
Colour | Platinum | Matte black | Platinum |
DISPLAY | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Screen Size (Type) | 13" | 13" |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
Screen Resolution | 2880 x 1920 | 2880 x 1920 |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 | 267 |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 120 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Image Brightness | 450 cd/m² | 450 cd/m² |
Windows Ink Capability | - | Yes |
Features | PixelSense | Corning Gorilla glass 5, PixelSense Flow, Adaptive Colour, Dolby Vision IQ, Auto Color Management |
PROCESSOR | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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CPU | Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1245U / 3.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | - | 4.4 GHz |
Cache | - | 12 MB |
Platform Technology | - | Intel Evo |
MEMORY | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
STORAGE | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD | 128 GB SSD |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Qualcomm Adreno 685 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Camera | Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) | Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) |
Resolution | 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) | 10 Megapixel (rear) |
Camera Features | Autofocus, Windows Hello | Rear camera auto focus, Windows Hello |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, two microphones |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Audio Premium | Dolby Atmos |
COMMUNICATIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | - |
WWAN |
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Generation | 4G | - |
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Technology | LTE Advanced Pro | - |
BATTERY | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | - | 47.7 Wh |
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Battery Life | Up to 15 hours | Up to 15.5 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Output | 65 Watt | - |
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INPUT | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Type | - | Digitizer |
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Features | - | Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP) |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | - |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB-C Keyboard SurfaceConnect |
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C) SurfaceConnect Headphone output Dock |
SOFTWARE | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro |
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Software Included | Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) | Microsoft 365 Family (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription), Xbox app, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (1 month trial) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Microsoft Surface Pro X | Microsoft Surface Pro 9 for Business |
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Dockable | Yes | Yes |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor | Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, ambient colour sensor |
Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip |
Features | - | Volume control, built-in kickstand |
Navigation Receiver | GPS/GLONASS | - |
SAR Value | 1.498 W/kg (body) | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |