Expanding the Surface for Business Copilot+ PC portfolio

May 6, 2025

AI has transitioned from a concept to a transformative force, fundamentally altering the operational landscape for organizations. In light of increasing economic challenges, the demand for secure and high-performance AI-ready Windows 11 PCs has surged. Microsoft is dedicated to enabling businesses to harness the full potential of AI, having introduced Copilot+ PCs last year—heralded as the fastest, most intelligent, and secure Windows PCs ever crafted, designed to seamlessly integrate local and cloud-based AI capabilities.

In response to feedback from IT decision-makers and business leaders, Microsoft is expanding its Surface for Business Copilot+ PC lineup with two new offerings: the 12-inch Surface Pro and the 13-inch Surface Laptop. Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon X Plus processor, featuring an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that delivers an impressive 45 trillion operations per second of local AI processing power. These devices are meticulously crafted for mobility, ensuring that the performance, battery life, and security of a Copilot+ PC are now accessible in even more portable and versatile formats.

Surface Laptop for Business, 13-inch

The new 13-inch Surface Laptop epitomizes mobility, delivering robust performance within a remarkably portable design. It is thinner, lighter, and boasts the longest battery life of any Surface device, offering up to 23 hours of video playback and 16 hours of active web browsing. This ensures that employees can maintain productivity on the go without the constant concern of finding power outlets.

With performance enhancements of up to 50% faster speeds, double the battery life, and additional USB ports compared to the Surface Laptop 5, this device facilitates productivity from virtually anywhere. The anti-reflective touchscreen guarantees readability across various lighting conditions, while the durable aluminum chassis has been rigorously tested against real-world scenarios, providing the resilience that today’s workforce demands. Accessories such as the STM Dux Shell Case and UAG Plyo Series Case offer added protection without compromising on bulk.

The Surface Laptop also excels in video conferencing, reinforcing its status as the premier endpoint for Microsoft Teams. It features an AI-enhanced 1080p front-facing camera—Microsoft’s best yet—complemented by Auto HDR, AI Noise Reduction, and Windows Studio Effects, ensuring that employees present themselves clearly and professionally during calls. With a battery life of up to 10 hours on Microsoft Teams video calls, employees can remain engaged and productive throughout extended meetings.

Surface Pro for Business, 12-inch

The 12-inch Surface Pro stands as the thinnest and lightest Copilot+ PC to date, delivering 50% faster performance and double the battery life of its predecessor, the Surface Pro 9. With capabilities for up to 16 hours of local video playback and 12 hours of active web browsing, it empowers teams to remain productive from the first meeting to the last.

This versatile device adapts seamlessly to various environments, featuring an adjustable kickstand and a brilliant anti-reflective display. Accessories tailored for Surface cater to diverse industry needs, including rugged cases and Point-of-Sale solutions from partners like Kensington and UAG. As a tablet, it is engineered for serious work with Windows and Microsoft 365, enabling employees to dictate ideas, navigate reports with touch, and take notes instantly using a pen, which can be securely stored and charged on the back of the device.

Moreover, the Surface Pro supports a full desktop experience, allowing users to attach the new Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard for an exceptional typing and touchpad experience, as well as connect to dual 4K monitors through a dock, enhancing productivity throughout the day. This adaptability means that the Surface Pro can effectively replace the need for both a MacBook and an iPad for employees.

Secure by design and by default

Aligned with Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative, security remains paramount. The new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro are designed as Secured-core PCs, inherently secure by default. Windows 11 Pro, recognized as the most secure operating system to date, offers robust protection against phishing, malware, ransomware, and other threats through advanced security tools and technologies.

With Windows Hello for Business, organizations can enhance protection against credential theft via advanced authentication safeguards, providing peace of mind. The Surface Laptop features a fingerprint reader, while the Surface Pro employs facial recognition with the built-in Windows Hello Camera. Additionally, the Surface Pro includes a built-in NFC reader that supports security keys like the YubiKey 5C NFC, facilitating rapid, passwordless sign-in with phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication.

Every layer of a Surface device, from chip to cloud, is maintained and protected by Microsoft, granting customers ultimate control and proactive protection. This commitment to security, privacy, and responsible device design resonates with customers, as evidenced by survey results indicating that Microsoft Surface achieved the highest scores in security, privacy, and ESG categories within the IDC Enterprise PC Trust Perception Index, 2025.

Unlock efficiency with AI experiences

The new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro are not just devices; they are Copilot+ PCs designed to enhance team efficiency. With features like Copilot on Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 Copilot, these devices enable teams to quickly discover solutions, summarize lengthy documents, and visualize data effectively.

One of the prevalent challenges organizations face is productivity loss due to time spent searching for files and content. The enhanced Windows search employs semantic indexing and local AI compute, allowing users to find what they need simply by typing in their own words across files, photos, and settings. This innovation can lead to search times that are up to 70% faster than traditional searches on Windows 10 PCs.

For instance, users can locate images by typing “factory floor,” find documents by describing their content such as “Team budget,” or adjust settings by requesting to “fix your speakers.” This functionality not only helps organizations reclaim valuable time but also reduces the volume of help-desk tickets that IT departments must manage.

Easier to manage

Microsoft’s dedication to IT professionals extends beyond performance and security; it encompasses simplifying device management from the outset. The new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro now feature QR codes etched directly onto the devices, allowing IT teams to effortlessly scan and retrieve serial numbers. This eliminates the need for manual entry of lengthy codes, streamlining asset management.

This focus on simplicity is mirrored in the Surface Management Portal within Microsoft Intune, designed to provide IT teams with comprehensive visibility into their Surface fleet. The portal facilitates proactive monitoring, streamlined updates, and issue resolution before problems escalate. Furthermore, with Security Copilot integrated into the Surface Management Portal—currently in public preview—IT professionals can request Copilot to generate reports, uncover insights, and access critical information in mere seconds. This exemplifies how Surface is engineered to save IT teams time and enhance device management at scale.

Embracing sustainability

Microsoft has committed to becoming carbon negative, water positive, and zero waste by 2030. The new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro represent significant advancements in this journey, emphasizing waste reduction and device repairability. Both devices are constructed with sustainability in mind, incorporating 100% recycled cobalt in their battery cells, reinforcing Microsoft’s sustainable sourcing efforts to conserve rare materials.

These devices are engineered for high performance and energy efficiency, exceeding industry standards. The Surface Pro performs 48% better than the ENERGY STAR efficiency baseline, while the Surface Laptop surpasses it by an impressive 62%. Additionally, the design promotes circularity to mitigate e-waste, with nearly all components crafted for easy replacement by skilled technicians or authorized service providers, ensuring efficient maintenance and repair.

Inclusive by design

At Surface, the belief that every employee deserves a comfortable working environment drives the design of inclusive features across all devices. Surface Copilot+ PCs integrate software and hardware experiences, empowering users to personalize their devices while enabling IT administrators to create tailored solutions for each employee.

For example, the adaptive touch mode on the Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard and the new Surface Laptop 13-inch touchpad allows users with varying mobility and dexterity levels to customize their touchpad settings to meet their individual needs. The Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard also offers an optional bold keyset with larger font, higher contrast, and backlighting for enhanced visibility.

Collaboration with developers unlocks new interaction methods that cater to unique user needs. An example is Cephable, a powerful application that utilizes the NPU on Copilot+ PCs, enabling control through voice, head motions, and expressions via the Studio Cameras and Studio Microphones on the new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro.

New Surface for Business devices ship July 22

Beginning July 22 in select markets, the new 13-inch Surface Laptop and 12-inch Surface Pro will expand the Surface for Business Copilot+ PC lineup, offering organizations greater flexibility to equip employees with the appropriate devices for their roles. With the end of support for Windows 10 approaching on October 14, 2025, now is an opportune moment to transition to Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs for a modern and secure computing experience. Surface provides robust protection to safeguard data and privacy, empowering employees with smarter and faster workflows.

For more information, visit Surface.com/Business to find an authorized reseller. To explore the new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop in detail, visit the Microsoft Store. Shopping at Microsoft.com includes free shipping and an extended 60-day price protection and return window. For a deeper technical exploration, refer to the Surface IT Pro Blog.

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