Microsoft's latest product is the Microsoft Surface, their latest go at a tablet PC. Much like the current user-favorite iPad, the Windows Surface is a very sleek and powerful series of tablet PCs, both the lower-end Microsoft Surface RT and the more powerful and higher-spec'd Windows Surface Pro. The Surface features an innovative and unique keyboard/cover combo which can be used as either one and also has a compatibility OS. Below we have dissected the Microsoft Surface so you know as much as you can before, potentially, making a purchase of one. Enjoy!
Windows 8:
The Surface RT, Microsoft's lower-end tablet, runs their tablet-designed operating software whilst the more powerful Surface Pro runs the complete Windows 8 Pro operating system.
The Screen:
The Surface Pro and the Surface RT both have a 10.6 inch screen which is an inch bigger than their competitor, Apple's, iPad screen. The Surface Pro, as you would expect, has a full HD screen whereas the lower-end RT version only has 'ClearType HD' which is a lesser resolution screen not quite HD.
Weight and Size:
The Surface RT weighs in at 676g and 9.3mm thick whilst the Pro weighs 903g and has a 13.5mm thickness.
Processing Power:
The Surface RT has an ARM-based CPU inside whilst the more powerful Windows 8 Pro version packs a more powerful third-generation Intel Core processor for a much faster user experience.
Storage Size:
The storage size for the Windows Surface ranges from 32GB up to an impressive 128GB but also allows the user to add even more storage through the microSD slot and if that's still not enough you can take full advantage of Microsoft's 'Skydrive' cloud storage service. Overall storage shouldn't be an issue for Surface users.
How much will it cost me?
32GB - $499 (no Touch Cover)
32GB - $599 (with Touch Cover)
64GB - $699 (Touch Cover included)
Specifications:
Windows 8:
The Surface RT, Microsoft's lower-end tablet, runs their tablet-designed operating software whilst the more powerful Surface Pro runs the complete Windows 8 Pro operating system.
The Screen:
The Surface Pro and the Surface RT both have a 10.6 inch screen which is an inch bigger than their competitor, Apple's, iPad screen. The Surface Pro, as you would expect, has a full HD screen whereas the lower-end RT version only has 'ClearType HD' which is a lesser resolution screen not quite HD.
Weight and Size:
The Surface RT weighs in at 676g and 9.3mm thick whilst the Pro weighs 903g and has a 13.5mm thickness.
Processing Power:
The Surface RT has an ARM-based CPU inside whilst the more powerful Windows 8 Pro version packs a more powerful third-generation Intel Core processor for a much faster user experience.
Storage Size:
The storage size for the Windows Surface ranges from 32GB up to an impressive 128GB but also allows the user to add even more storage through the microSD slot and if that's still not enough you can take full advantage of Microsoft's 'Skydrive' cloud storage service. Overall storage shouldn't be an issue for Surface users.
How much will it cost me?
32GB - $499 (no Touch Cover)
32GB - $599 (with Touch Cover)
64GB - $699 (Touch Cover included)
Specifications:
Surface RT Exterior: 10.81 x 6.77 x 0.37in 1.5lbs VaporMg casing Dark Titanium color Volume and Power buttons Display: 10.6" ClearType HD Display 1366x768 pixels 16:9 (widescreen) 5-point multi-touch Wireless: Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) Bluetooth 4.0 technology Battery: 31.5 W-h Cameras and A/V: Two 720p HD LifeCams, front- and rear-facing Two microphones Stereo speakers Ports: Full-size USB 2.0 microSDXC card slot Headset jack HD video out port Cover port | Surface Pro Exterior: 10.81 x 6.81 x 13.46mm 2lbs VaporMg casing Dark Titanium color Volume and Power buttons Display: 10.6" ClearType FUll HD Display 1920x1080 pixels 16:9 (widescreen) 10-point multi-touch Wireless: Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology Battery: 42 W-h Cameras and A/V: Two 720p HD LifeCams, front- and rear-facing TruColor Microphone Stereo speakers Ports: Full-size USB 3.0 microSDXC card slot Headset jack Mini DisplayPort Cover Port |
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