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Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,240RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:12.3 inchesChipset:Intel Core i7-1065G7

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB) 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 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–²Better than 73% of tablets
5.4

Value for money

Value for money
5.4/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

22%

9.1

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

6.3

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software & Features

5%

5.2

Design

3%

6.8

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 73%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 64%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

22%

9.1

Performance

20%

6.4

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

6.3

Battery

12%

6.9

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software & Features

5%

5.2

Design

3%

6.8

Audio & Multimedia

7.2
User score
User score
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Popularity:
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB) has a user popularity of 5.8 points, which is lower than 57% of Tablets.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.4
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 96.2% of tablets and equal to that of 3.6% of tablets.
Process node
10 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 10 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 68% of tablets and equal to the node used in 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 97.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
1,656 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 1,656 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 78.5% of tablets.
Chipset
Intel Core i7-1065G7
This tablet uses the Intel Core i7-1065G7 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 76.6% 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
5,702 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 5,702 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 59.6% of tablets.
Charging speed
65 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 65 W which is faster than in 91.5% of tablets and equal to speeds in 1.7% of tablets.
Battery life
10.5 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10.5 hours, which is longer than that of 59.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.6% of tablets.
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
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% 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
790 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 790 g which is heavier than 94.3% 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
21 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 21 ms, which is higher than that of 76% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
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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
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% 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 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB) 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
  • 16x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (1 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 64 GB
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i7-1065G7 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i7-1065G7 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 95% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.9 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 12 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 3.61x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (65 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    65 W vs 18 W
  • 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • 16x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (1 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 64 GB
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Core i7-1065G7 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Core i7-1065G7 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 95% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.9 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.9 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 12 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4.01x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (59.7 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    59.7 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 2.27x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,656 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,656 points vs 729 points
  • 1,867 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (3,733 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    3,733 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 60 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (64 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    64 vs 4
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 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
  • 28.6% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (10 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    10 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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
  • 21,550 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (21,550 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    Below 50% brightness only.
    21,550 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
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This tablet supports HDR10, the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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 (1290:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,290:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • 3.61x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (65 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    65 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.
  • 0.5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (10.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    10.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • 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.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 61.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (790 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    790 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • 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.
  • 8.62x more expensive
    Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£2,240 vs £260).
    £2,240 vs £260
  • 31.9% worse value for money
    Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (5.38 vs 7.1).
    5.38 vs 7.1
  • 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.
  • 1 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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 burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.5% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets include timelapse modes.
  • 13.3% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (5,702 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    5,702 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 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
  • 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
  • 61.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (790 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    790 g vs 490 g
  • 12 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (21 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    21 ms vs 9 ms
  • 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.
    292.0 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

8.0
BsianTech
≈ estimated
10/03/2020
Hands-on review · benchmarks, thermals and build quality
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 i7 is still worth it for owners of older models, though thermal throttling is a real drawback.
7.0
josher14
≈ estimated
24/12/2019
Gaming test · Witcher 3 frame rates with and without fan
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 i7 is playable at about 30 FPS on lowest settings, but an external fan is recommended to control heat.
7.0
josher14
≈ estimated
22/12/2019
Gaming test · Dota 2 frame rates and heat
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 i7 handles Dota 2 well at medium settings, but frame rates drop as the device heats up.
9.0
On MSFT
≈ estimated
02/12/2019
Hands-on review · battery, gaming and port tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 i7 is a mature, capable 2-in-1 and an excellent choice for most computing needs.
8.0
CButters Tech
≈ estimated
23/10/2019
Throttling test · power and thermal measurements
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 i7 sustains clearly better performance than the previous model, though it needs cooling to hold its power.
Not graded
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

trustedreviews.com
08/11/2019
Review · Surface Pro 6 comparison
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is nearly the same as the Surface Pro 6, so upgrade only for the USB-C port and newer Intel chips.
theguardian.com
23/03/2020
Review · Windows tablet verdict
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is the strongest Windows tablet you can buy, but it barely differs from the Surface Pro 6 and its battery is not class-leading.
pcworld.com
06/02/2020
Lab test · Ports and performance
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is the fastest tablet for everyday use, but its single USB-C port and lack of Thunderbolt limit it.
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techradar.com
25/09/2024
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 review | TechRadar
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expertreviews.co.uk
30/11/2022
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 review: A 2-in-1 badly in need of an update
gq-magazine.co.uk
09/12/2019
Two-week review · Hybrid tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro 7 is a light, quick Windows hybrid for travel, though its 6-8 hour battery means it will not last a full day.
notebookcheck.com
21/02/2020
Lab test · Core i7 upgrade
Verdict
The Surface Pro 7 with Core i7 runs quieter and cooler than the i5 model with better graphics, but it throttles hard under sustained load.
computerbild.de
21/06/2021
Lab test · Windows convertible
Verdict
The Surface Pro 7 is a fast, quiet Windows tablet with a sharp, colour-accurate screen, but its graphics are too weak for demanding games.
giga.de
08/12/2019
Two-week test · Daily use
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 can work as a laptop or desktop through its new USB-C port, but it lacks Thunderbolt 3 for external graphics cards.
pcgameshardware.de
26/05/2020
Everyday test · Mobility and gaming
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a light, capable tablet for mobile office and photo work, but its built-in graphics can't run modern games well.
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chip.de
03/12/2019
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 im Test
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channelpartner.de
18/12/2019
Lab test · Windows tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro 7 is the best Windows tablet for those who mainly use it as a laptop, but its battery life is only moderate.
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leclaireur.fnac.com
23/10/2019
Summary of the review
Test Labo de la Microsoft Surface Pro 7 (i7): le PC hybride parfait?Notebookcheck:
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notebookcheck.biz
03/07/2020
Benchmark test · Heat and noise
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 runs quietly even under load, but its built-in graphics limit games to low settings and 720p.
presse-citron.net
25/06/2020
Hands-on test · Keyboard and battery
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a thin, light machine for mobile professionals, with one of the best keyboards, but video editing and gaming are weak.
journaldugeek.com
03/03/2020
Hands-on test · Screen and face unlock
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a light, capable 2-in-1 for office and creative work, held back by wide bezels and a slow screen rotation.
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lesnumeriques.com
10/01/2020
Summary of the review
Test Microsoft Surface Pro 7: un ordinateur hybride techniquement impeccable (Note: Bien que l'indice de performance cite un i5, l'article archive les...
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lesnumeriques.com
10/01/2020
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 (Intel i7, 16 Go de RAM, 256 Go SSD)
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01net.com
25/02/2020
Endurance test · Windows tablet
Verdict
The Surface Pro 7 is a well-built, colour-accurate Windows tablet, but its battery runs out fast and it struggles with games.
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frandroid.com
04/10/2019
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 : Fiche technique, prix et test
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What customers like about Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Powerful 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor provides snappy performance for productivity and creative tasks
  • High-resolution 12.3-inch PixelSense display is sharp, bright, and responsive to touch
  • Extremely portable and lightweight design (approx. 1.7 lbs), making it ideal for travel
  • Versatile 2-in-1 form factor with a sturdy, fully adjustable built-in kickstand
  • Addition of a USB-C port alongside USB-A enhances connectivity with modern accessories
  • Fast facial recognition via Windows Hello allows for near-instant login
  • Excellent build quality with a premium magnesium-alloy chassis

What customers don't like about Microsoft Surface Pro 7 I7 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Battery life is widely reported as disappointing, often falling well short of the advertised 10.5 hours
  • The device tends to run hot under load, sometimes leading to thermal throttling and uncomfortable temperatures
  • The essential Type Cover keyboard and Surface Pen are sold separately, significantly increasing the total cost
  • Dated design with relatively thick screen bezels compared to more modern competitors
  • The 'lappability' is poor, as the kickstand design is difficult to use comfortably on a lap
  • Lacks Thunderbolt support despite having a USB-C port
  • Touch interface can occasionally be buggy or unresponsive when used without a keyboard

Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is a premium 2-in-1 detachable tablet featuring a quad-core 10th Gen Intel Core i7-1065G7 processor, 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and a spacious 1TB SSD. It is defined by its 12.3-inch PixelSense touchscreen display with a 2736 x 1824 resolution (267 PPI) and a 3:2 aspect ratio, housed in a lightweight 790g magnesium alloy chassis. Key advantages include its versatile built-in kickstand, the long-awaited addition of a USB-C port alongside USB-A, and high-performance multitasking capabilities suitable for intensive applications like Photoshop. However, notable drawbacks include a real-world battery life that often falls short of the advertised 10.5 hours (averaging 7–8 hours in tests), the lack of Thunderbolt 3 support, and the fact that essential accessories like the Type Cover and Surface Pen are sold separately.

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