Microsoft’s Surface Pro is on sale just in time for back-to-school season. The flagship 2-in-1 runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite or Snapdragon X2 Plus processor, both of which promise a significant performance bump over the last generation.
A bunch of Surface Pro models are on sale right now across various retailers. I’ve listed the biggest deals below, starting with the 21% discount on the Surface Pro with Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.
Why buy a Surface Pro
The main reason to grab a newer Surface Pro is the processor you’ll get. The Snapdragon X2 Plus and Snapdragon X2 Elite offer over a 50% graphics improvement over the last gen.
That performance bump helps everything from photo editing to everyday productivity tasks feel smoother.
Microsoft refined the design of the Surface Pro over more than a decade, resulting in a premium device that defines the category. There are good reasons why Apple and other companies try to copy the Surface Pro.
While imitation is a form of flattery, the Surface Pro still stands out because of its built-in kickstand that makes it easy to prop up. That kickstand-centered design is best taken advantage of with the Surface Pro Flex Keyboard, which happens to be discounted right now.
The Surface Pro Flex Keyboard that’s on sale is compatible with the new Surface Pro that launched this year. If you’re worried about compatibility, you can double-check your device on Microsoft’s support document about Surface Pro keyboards.
The Surface Pro Flex Keyboard can be used wirelessly or when physically attached. If you’ve ever tried to use a laptop or a 2-in-1 on an airplane tray table or tiny desk, you’ll know the struggle of feeling cramped. The Surface Pro Flex Keyboard lets you have the keyboard on your lap or a table while the PC sits elsewhere.
Like other PCs, the Surface Pro has crept up in price over the last year or so. The high price tag of the Surface Pro was the main complaint about the PC when it was announced. The current deals on the Surface Pro alleviate that issue, at least temporarily.
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