Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Microsoft Surface Pro 9

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Microsoft Surface Pro 9. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Pro X Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro X based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp, vibrant display

excellent battery life

innovative form factor

LTE connectivity option

limited app compatibility

no headphone jack

higher price point

underwhelming base model performance

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 9 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

sharp, vibrant display

improved processor performance

lightweight and portable

better integrated graphics

higher price point

limited port selection

average battery life

no included accessories

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro X and Microsoft Surface Pro 9
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - no keyboard
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
Screen Size (Type) 13" 13"
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 -
Features PixelSense Vivid Color, sRGB Color Space, Corning Gorilla glass 5, PixelSense Flow, Adaptive Colour, Dolby Vision IQ, Auto Color Management
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
CPU Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores - 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
RAM 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 685 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
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, dual far-field studio microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced Pro -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Output 65 Watt -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C)
SurfaceConnect
Surface Type Cover port
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Dockable Yes Yes
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
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