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Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:12.3 inchesChipset:Intel Core i5-8250U

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 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 6 (8GB + 128GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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 68% of models
Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

▲Better than 68% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▲Better than 71%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

22%

7.7

Performance

20%

6.6

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

7.2

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software & Features

5%

5.7

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 66%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 86%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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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 66% of models
Score components:

22%

7.7

Performance

20%

6.6

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

7.2

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.9

Software & Features

5%

5.7

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

6.8
User score
User score
8.9/ 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 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 10
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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 87% of models
Popularity:
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 9.1 points, which is lower than 87% of Tablets.
9.1
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%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% 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
1,020 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 1,020 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 61.5% of tablets.
Chipset
Intel Core i5-8250U
This tablet uses the Intel Core i5-8250U chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 75.7% 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
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass which is stronger than that on 45.4% of tablets and equal to that on 32.7% 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
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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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
39 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 39 W which is faster than in 80.1% of tablets and equal to speeds in 0.3% 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
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% 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
784 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 784 g which is heavier than 93.9% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% 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 6 (8GB + 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
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i5-8250U chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i5-8250U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 70% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 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
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2.17x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (39 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    39 W vs 18 W
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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 6
    the average tablet
    Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 89.8% more popular
    Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (9.13 vs 4.8).
    9.13 vs 4.81
  • 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 i5-8250U chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i5-8250U vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 70% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 85.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (3,513 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    3,513 points vs 1,891 points
  • 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.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 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
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • 39.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,020 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,020 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
  • 21,100 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (21,100 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    21,100 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • 69 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (470 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    470 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
  • 8 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (408 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    408 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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
  • 2.17x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (39 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    39 W vs 18 W
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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.
  • 60% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (784 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    784 g vs 490 g
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.6% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 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 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 HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.6% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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 camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 60% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (784 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    784 g vs 490 g
  • 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
  • 25.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (201 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    201.0 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 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

4.0
Erik Davidson
≈ estimated
24/04/2019
Hands-on review · performance, ports and Windows touch use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is capable and quiet, but without USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 it is hard to recommend.
9.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
08/11/2018
Review · performance, display and build
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is an outstanding Windows tablet with very strong performance, though not perfect.
9.3
Andrew Marc David
✓ explicit
23/10/2018
Full review · benchmarks, performance, pen and accessories
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is a strong upgrade and one of the best two-in-ones, though its graphics are weaker and extra accessories are needed.
9.0
MobileTechReview
≈ estimated
19/10/2018
Hands-on review · pen, performance and battery tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is still one of the best two-in-one Windows tablets, though pricey and missing modern ports.
8.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
16/10/2018
Hands-on review · battery test and daily laptop use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is a solid ultraportable with a bright screen, but only a modest upgrade over last year's model.
7.0
Unboxio
≈ estimated
05/03/2026
Review · performance, battery and build in 2026
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is only worth buying for basic tasks and at a very good price, given its weak performance.
8.0
Brian Tong
≈ estimated
29/12/2018
Hands-on review · battery life and keyboard tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 remains the best tablet for replacing a laptop, though it lacks modern ports and tablet apps.
9.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
26/11/2018
Hands-on review · a week of daily use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is very powerful and handles almost any work, though it isn't cheap.
7.0
Dave2D
≈ estimated
16/10/2018
Hands-on review · performance, ports and battery
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is an excellent product for the right person, but a niche choice for most buyers because of missing ports.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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cnet.com
16/10/2018
Summary of the review
Surface Pro 6 review: Racing ahead of last year's model
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engadget.com
16/10/2018
Summary of the review
Surface Pro 6 review: Still the best 2-in-1 PC
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theguardian.com
16/10/2018
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review: a fantastic tablet PC you can actually use
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pcmag.com
29/10/2018
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Review - PCMag
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tomshardware.com
19/11/2018
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Review: More Power, Same Design
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geardiary.com
26/03/2019
Summary of the review
The Surface Pro 6 Isn't Perfect, but It's The Best 2-in-1 I've Ever Used
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expertreviews.co.uk
04/12/2019
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review: Hybrid sequel is just as good
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laptopmag.com
01/06/2020
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review
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techradar.com
13/04/2021
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review - TechRadar Would you like a comparison of the technical specifications or battery life results found across these spec...
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laptopmag.com
21/10/2018
Summary of the review
6 Reasons to Buy the Surface Pro 6 (and 2 Reasons to Skip It)
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uk.pcmag.com
29/10/2018
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Review - PCMag.com
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trustedreviews.com
02/11/2018
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Review - Trusted Reviews
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techadvisor.com
03/10/2019
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Review - Tech Advisor
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lesnumeriques.com
01/03/2019
Summary of the review
Test Microsoft Surface Pro 6: une nouvelle version toujours exemplaire
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frandroid.com
07/12/2019
Summary of the review
Test Microsoft Surface Pro 6: notre avis complet
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clubic.com
11/03/2021
Summary of the review
Test Microsoft Surface Pro 6: la tablette hybride de référence
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cnetfrance.fr
07/02/2019
Summary of the review
Test de la tablette Microsoft Surface Pro 6: même design et plus de puissance
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leclaireur.fnac.com
22/04/2019
Summary of the review
Test Labo de la Microsoft Surface Pro 6: peu de nouveauté mais toujours performante
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digitec.ch
11/12/2018
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 6: un appareil haut de gamme qui convainc
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leclaireur.fnac.com
23/04/2019
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Test Labo de la Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (1,8 GHz - 8 Go - 128 Go) : une autonomie encore meilleure
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What customers like about Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Significantly improved performance with quad-core processors compared to previous models.
  • Excellent battery life, lasting over 9 hours in many real-world tests.
  • High-quality, bright 12.3-inch PixelSense display with natural colors and wide viewing angles.
  • Lightweight and compact build, making it highly portable for travel.
  • Well-implemented, versatile kickstand allows for multiple usage modes.
  • New matte-black color option is widely praised for its sleek aesthetic.

What customers don't like about Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Lack of USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports, which many users and reviewers consider a major omission for future-proofing.
  • Essential accessories like the Type Cover keyboard and Surface Pen are sold separately, increasing the total cost.
  • Minimal design changes from the previous generation, leading some to view it as a minor upgrade.
  • The 2-in-1 design is not ideal for in-lap use, as it can feel unstable without a solid surface.
  • Windows Hello facial recognition is reported by some users to be slow or inconsistent.
  • The touchpad on the Type Cover is noted as being relatively small compared to modern competitors.

Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (8GB + 128GB) is a versatile 2-in-1 detachable tablet featuring a 12.3-inch PixelSense touchscreen display with a high resolution of 2736 x 1824 and a 3:2 aspect ratio. This specific model is powered by an 8th Gen Intel Core i5 quad-core processor, providing a significant performance boost over previous generations, and includes 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM and a 128GB SSD for storage. Its main characteristics include a signature unibody magnesium design with a built-in 165-degree kickstand, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP front camera with Windows Hello facial recognition, and a battery life of up to 13.5 hours. Key pros are its lightweight portability at just 1.7 lbs, its exceptionally sharp and bright display, and its ability to run full desktop Windows software seamlessly. However, notable cons include the lack of a USB-C or Thunderbolt port, the fact that the essential Type Cover keyboard is sold separately, and its limited internal storage capacity of 128GB.

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