Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch (1st Edition)
- Processor
- Snapdragon X Plus
- Everyday speed
- Handles photo and video editing
- Graphics
- Adreno
- Gaming
- Not built for gaming
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB UFS
- Screen
- 12" Full HD+
- Weight
- 0.69 kg (1.5 lb)
- Battery (maker claim)
- Up to 16 hours
- Operating system
- Windows 11 Home
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Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch (1st Edition) at a glance
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Performance
Handles photo and video editing
Comfortable with photo and video editing and lots of apps at once.
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Gaming
Not built for gaming
Fine for casual browser games, not much more.
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Display
12-inch screen
Sharp text and photos.
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Battery life
Up to 16 hours (maker claim)
By the maker's figure it should get through a full day and more.
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Portability
0.69 kg (1.5 lb)
Easy to carry all day.
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Connectivity
USB-C only
Older accessories need a USB-C adapter.
Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch (1st Edition) full specifications
Performance
Comfortable with photo and video editing and lots of apps at once.
| Processor | Snapdragon X Plus |
|---|---|
| CPU cores | 10 |
| Max boost clock | 4 GHz |
| Manufacturing process | 4nm |
| Memory bandwidth | 135 GB/s |
| Graphics | Adreno |
| AI engine (NPU) | 45 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Storage type | UFS |
Screen
Expect sharp text and photos.
| Screen size | 12" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Full HD+ (2196 x 1464) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Panel | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 400 nits |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Battery and size
By the maker's figure it should get through a full day and more. Easy to carry all day.
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 16 hours |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 37.45 Wh |
| Charges via | USB-C |
| Weight | 0.69 kg (1.5 lb) |
| Dimensions | 293 x 209 x 36 mm (11.54 x 8.23 x 1.42 in) |
| Hinge | detachable |
| Color | Platinum |
| Colors available | Platinum |
Ports and wireless
Older accessories need a USB-C adapter.
| Ports | 2x USB-C |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
Features
| Webcam | Up to 4K |
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| Pen | Supported (sold separately) |
Software and model
It runs Windows 11, so almost any Windows app or game will install.
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
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| Released | 2024 |
Specs from Microsoft's published product information. Makers revise hardware between production runs, so check the part number before you buy. Spotted an error? Let us know.