In a year marked by innovation and rapid development, Surface has embraced a transformative journey under the new leadership of Pavan Davuluri. The company made waves in March with the introduction of its first specialized commercial Surface PCs, the Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6. These devices, equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors and anti-reflective screens, set a new standard for performance and usability.
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Just months later, Microsoft unveiled its inaugural Copilot+ PCs, the Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7, showcasing Qualcomm’s cutting-edge Snapdragon X SoCs alongside refreshed designs and accessories. This unprecedented pace of hardware releases reflects Microsoft’s commitment to establishing a robust presence in the emerging category of AI-powered Windows computers. As we look ahead to 2025, it’s anticipated that Microsoft will further consolidate its Surface portfolio under the Copilot+ branding.
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Insider sources suggest that Microsoft is gearing up to release new iterations of the Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, Surface Laptop Studio, and potentially a new 11-inch Surface device. The upcoming Surface Laptop featuring the Intel Lunar Lake processor has already surfaced in leaks, indicating that its design will closely mirror that of the existing Surface Laptop 7 with Snapdragon X. Given the recent redesign, a significant aesthetic overhaul is not expected for a few years.
Expectations are high for the Surface Pro with Intel Lunar Lake as well, which may incorporate the anti-reflective coating seen in the Pro 10 and Laptop 6—features that were notably absent in the Laptop 7 and Pro 11. Additionally, the new Surface Laptop is rumored to offer a card reader option, akin to the Laptop 6, and for the first time, a variant with 5G connectivity may be introduced.
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Furthermore, there are expectations that the Copilot+ features will extend to other devices in the Surface lineup, including the Surface Laptop Studio. While the specific chipsets remain uncertain—potentially Intel or AMD—any device classified as Copilot+ compatible will require a neural processing unit (NPU) capable of 40+ TOPS. Design changes are not anticipated, although there are whispers of a possible 16-inch model being explored.
Additionally, a new Surface device with an approximate 11-inch display is reportedly in the works. Details remain scarce, but sources describe it as a premium Surface Go-sized Laptop Go, powered by a Snapdragon X Plus SoC. The fate of this device remains uncertain, pending further developments.
Lastly, a new Surface Dock is on the horizon, though specifics about its features remain elusive. The previous iteration transitioned from Surface Connect to USB-C, leaving many curious about whether this trend will continue.
While the exact timeline for these product launches is still unclear, the new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop are likely to debut in the first quarter of 2025, with additional products potentially rolling out from spring to fall. As always, the tech world may hold a few surprises, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
