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Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:12.3 inchesChipset:Intel Core m3-7Y30

Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

▲Better than 63% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
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▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▲Better than 71%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 62% of models
Score components

22%

6.2

Performance

20%

6.7

Display

16%

7.3

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Software & Features

5%

5.5

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 62%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 80%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 62% of models
Score components:

22%

6.2

Performance

20%

6.7

Display

16%

7.3

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Software & Features

5%

5.5

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

6.6
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 8.8 points, which is lower than 84.5% of Tablets.
8.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 45% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
1,201 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 1,201 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 68.1% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.3% of tablets.
Chipset
Intel Core m3-7Y30
This tablet uses the Intel Core m3-7Y30 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 49.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2736×1824
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2736×1824 which is higher than that of 88.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
267 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 267 ppi which is higher than that of 77.5% of tablets and equal to that of 1.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass 4 display glass which is stronger than that on 91.4% of tablets and equal to that on 2.4% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2 which is wider than that of 30.2% of tablets and equal to that of 27.3% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
5,940 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,940 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 58.2% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% of tablets.
Charging speed
24 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 24 W which is faster than in 69% of tablets and equal to speeds in 1.4% of tablets.
Battery life
13.5 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13.5 hours, which is longer than that of 81% of tablets and equal to that of 0.5% of tablets.
local video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not support LTE. 63.3% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
no
This tablet does not support GPS. 82.7% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
770 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 770 g which is heavier than 92.4% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • 3.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    13.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2736×1824 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2736×1824 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.2 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core m3-7Y30 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core m3-7Y30 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 83.9% more popular
    Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (8.84 vs 4.8).
    8.84 vs 4.81
  • 5.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.44 vs 8.000).
    8.44 vs 8
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core m3-7Y30 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core m3-7Y30 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 44 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (48 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    48 vs 4
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 64.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,201 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,201 points vs 729 points
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2736×1824 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2736×1824 vs 1920×1200
  • 2.2 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 21,000 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (21,000 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    21,000 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 19.2% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (267 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    267 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 27 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (427 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    427 nits vs 400 nits
  • 72 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (473 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    473 nits vs 401 nits
  • 46 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (267 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    267 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1300:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,300:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 3.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    13.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 33.3% faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (24 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    24 W vs 18 W
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • 57.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (770 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    770 g vs 490 g
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not have GPS, the average tablet does. 82.7% of tablets feature GPS.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • 42.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,079 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,079 points vs 1,891 points
  • 42.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,079 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    1,079 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 53.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (300 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    300 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No BSI sensor
    This tablet lacks a BSI sensor, the average tablet has one. 52.6% of tablets use BSI sensors for better low-light shots.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 9.7% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,940 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,940 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No LTE support
    This tablet does not support LTE, the average tablet does. 63.2% of tablets support LTE.
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not have GPS, the average tablet does. 82.7% of tablets feature GPS.
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
    via Mini DisplayPort adapter
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.1 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.1 vs 5.0
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 57.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (770 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    770 g vs 490 g
  • 116.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (292 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    292 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 3 points lower iFixit repairability score
    This tablet has a lower repairability score than the average tablet (1 points vs 4 points). The average tablet repairability score is 4 points.
    1 points vs 4 points
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    8.5 mm vs 8.0 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Tech with Jerad (How I Use This)
≈ estimated
30/06/2017
Hands-on review · daily use with keyboard and pen
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi is a good middle ground between tablet and laptop, but it is too underpowered to replace a main laptop.
8.0
Matthew Moniz
≈ estimated
21/06/2017
Hands-on review · performance, heat and battery tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi remains a top two-in-one, best for artists, travellers and frequent pen users.
9.5
CJ Rich
≈ estimated
18/06/2017
Hands-on review · two and a half days of field work
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi is an excellent choice for field work: fast, cool and long-lasting, though somewhat pricey.
9.5
Windows Central
≈ estimated
15/06/2017
Hands-on review · display, pen and instant-on tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi is a big upgrade over earlier Surface Pros, with the missing USB-C port as its only downside.
6.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
24/05/2017
First look · hands-on at a Microsoft event
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi has a better pen and the same design, but its rising price is a concern.
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

theguardian.com
28/06/2017
Full review · Tablet-laptop hybrid
Verdict
The Surface Pro (2017) is a top tablet-laptop hybrid with a brilliant screen and excellent keyboard, but the lack of USB-C and a short battery hold it back.
engadget.com
23/06/2017
Full review · Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Surface Pro (2017) finally has strong battery life and a silent fanless i5, but its design has barely changed since the Surface Pro 3.
wired.com
06/11/2017
Hands-on review · Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
The Surface Pro is one of the most flexible 2-in-1s, but it is a compromise on your lap, where the kickstand digs in.
techradar.com
06/07/2020
Lab test · Windows tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a powerful, long-lasting Windows tablet whose battery improvement stands out, though no Surface Pen comes in the box.
techadvisor.com
28/03/2018
Hands-on review · Premium 2-in-1
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a superb, well-built 2-in-1 with an excellent screen, but it is hard to recommend unless money is no object.
stuff.tv
15/06/2017
Hands-on test · Core i7 model
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a light, quiet, powerful 2-in-1 with a sharp screen, though the top Core i7 model costs a lot.
itwire.com
20/07/2017
Hands-on review · Windows tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a laptop-replacing tablet with a 165-degree hinge for drawing, though the Type Cover and pen cost extra.
hexus.net
04/10/2017
Benchmark review · Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a near-silent 2-in-1 with a sturdy, premium build, though its keyboard and pen cost extra.
gadgetguy.com.au
22/11/2017
Detailed review · Camera and audio tests
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a sharp, well-built 2-in-1 whose camera handles low light well, though its speakers are thin on bass.
pcmag.com
15/06/2017
Hands-on review · Artist-focused tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro is the Windows 2-in-1 to beat, with excellent design and pen performance, though it is expensive and omits USB-C.
pcworld.com
15/06/2017
Lab test · Performance and battery
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a fast Windows tablet whose graphics suit light gaming, but its battery falls well short of the claim.
telegraph.co.uk
15/06/2017
Hands-on review · Work-focused tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro is a sleek, powerful work tablet with better battery life, though ordinary buyers may prefer other tablets.
B
businessinsider.com
15/06/2017
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 Review: Better Than an iPad or a Mac
M
mashable.com
15/06/2017
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro review: Super familiar and still super good
B
biztechmagazine.com
13/10/2017
Summary of the review
Review: The New Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Upgrades the Entire Tablet Experience
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cnet.com
15/06/2017
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Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) review - CNET
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t3.com
15/06/2017
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Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 review: still the best Windows ... - T3
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uk.pcmag.com
15/06/2017
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Microsoft Surface Pro Review - PCMag.com
computerbild.de
28/06/2017
Lab test · Windows 2-in-1
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The Surface Pro (2017) is a fast Windows tablet with a bright screen and quiet fan, held back by few ports and costly keyboard and pen.
chip.de
07/07/2017
Lab test · Battery and performance
Verdict
The Surface Pro (2017) is a fast Windows tablet with long battery life and a sharp screen, but its single USB port limits connections.

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What customers like about Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent build quality with a premium magnesium chassis
  • Improved battery life (up to 13.5 hours claimed) compared to Surface Pro 4
  • Quiet operation, especially the fanless Core m3 and i5 models
  • Versatile and flexible kickstand that reclines up to 165 degrees (Studio Mode)
  • Vibrant 12.3-inch PixelSense display with a productivity-friendly 3:2 aspect ratio
  • Highly portable, lightweight design weighing approximately 1.7 lbs
  • Fast Windows Hello facial recognition for easy login

What customers don't like about Microsoft Surface Pro 2017 WiFi (4GB + 128GB)

  • High total cost as the Surface Pen and Type Cover are sold separately
  • Lack of modern ports like USB-C and Thunderbolt
  • Difficult to use on a lap due to the kickstand design
  • Tendency to run hot or experience thermal throttling under heavy loads
  • No internal hardware upgradeability or repairability
  • Reported issues with pen jitter and buggy touch/hybrid software experience

Verdict

The 2017 Microsoft Surface Pro (5th Gen) is a versatile 2-in-1 tablet featuring a 12.3-inch PixelSense touchscreen with 2736 x 1824 resolution, powered by a 7th Gen Intel Core m3 or i5 processor, 4GB of LPDDR3 RAM, and a 128GB SSD. Its main characteristics include a fanless, silent cooling design, a refined 165-degree kickstand, and Windows Hello face authentication, with battery life rated for up to 13.5 hours of video playback. Key pros are its lightweight magnesium build, excellent color-accurate display, and strong portability; however, notable cons include the lack of USB-C or Thunderbolt ports, the requirement to purchase the Type Cover and Surface Pen separately, and 4GB of RAM being restrictive for heavy multitasking.

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