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Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,090RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:12.3 inchesChipset:Intel Core i3-1115G4

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB)
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.4

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.1

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 74% of tablets
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

4.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

8.0

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

8.4

Battery

12%

8.2

Connectivity

8%

9.0

Software

5%

5.4

Design

3%

6.8

Audio

â–²Better than 77%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

7.7

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
7 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 68%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • microsoft-surface-pro-7-plus-i3-8gb-128gb-lte
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,090
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB)

Based on 7 · 4

Reviewers like the decent battery life and display, but complain about the high price, limited availability and few ports.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

8.0

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

8.4

Battery

12%

8.2

Connectivity

8%

9.0

Software

5%

5.4

Design

3%

6.8

Audio

7.4
Reviews score
8.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

4.8

Price

6.7
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Process node
10 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 10 nm process, which is smaller than 67.8% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Core i3-1115G4
This tablet runs on Intel Core i3-1115G4, which is more advanced than 65.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2736×1824
This tablet has a 2736×1824 screen, which is sharper than 88.5% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% 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 77.5% of tablets and equal to 1.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
6,657 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,657 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 50.7% of tablets.
Charging speed
60 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 60 W, which is faster than 90.8% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
Battery life
13.5 hours
Market range: <7 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.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
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 supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% 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 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% 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 76.2% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.7% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (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
  • 2.05x higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (4.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    4.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i3-1115G4 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i3-1115G4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 3.33x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (60 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    60 W vs 18 W
  • 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.
    13.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 2.2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2736×1824 vs 1920×1200).
    2,736×1,824 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 15.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    â–² Better than 68% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    7.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    7 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.0
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • 2.05x higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (4.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    4.1 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Core i3-1115G4 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Core i3-1115G4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4.01x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (59.7 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    59.73 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 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
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 61.3% higher multi-core score
    This tablet has a higher multi-core score than the average tablet (3,050 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    3,050 points vs 1,891 points
  • 28.6% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (10 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    10 nm vs 14 nm
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2736×1824 vs 1920×1200).
    2,736×1,824 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 2.2 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.3 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 20.8% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (267 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    267 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 199 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (199 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    Below 100% brightness only.
    199 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
    13.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 3.33x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (60 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    60 W vs 18 W
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via Mini DisplayPort adapter
  • 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, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 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
  • 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 HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 43 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (358 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    358 nits vs 401 nits
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • 4.19x more expensive
    Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,090 vs £260).
    £1,090 vs £260
  • 12.5% worse value for money
    Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.71 vs 7.6).
    6.71 vs 7.55
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 43 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (358 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    358 nits vs 401 nits
  • 42 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (358 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    358 nits vs 400 nits
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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 mm thick.
    8.5 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
COMPUTER BILD
≈ estimated
26/02/2021
Test · performance, battery and gaming measurements
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE is worth the upgrade for its faster processor, but the cheaper model suits most buyers.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
windowscentral.com
≈ estimated
01/10/2021
Hands-on review · Business LTE tablet
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ is a fast business tablet with LTE and longer battery life, but its design is plain and it lacks Thunderbolt 4.
8.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
12/03/2021
Lab test · Business 2-in-1
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ suits office and creative work with its vivid screen and comfortable keyboard, but battery life and gaming fall short.
7.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
27/05/2021
Lab test · Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ has a vibrant screen, strong speakers and good webcams, but battery life and video work fall short.
8.0
creativebloq.com
✓ explicit
07/01/2022
Hands-on review · Creative tablet
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ suits illustrators and photo editors who want full Photoshop on a tablet, but its duller screen and short battery hold it back.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
30/04/2021
Full review · Business tablet
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ is the best Microsoft tablet so far, but minor upgrades and high prices make it hard to justify over the Surface Pro 7.
8.0
itpro.com
✓ explicit
09/04/2021
Lab test · Windows tablet
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ offers a faster chip and removable SSD, but poor battery life and the cheaper Surface Pro 7 make the upgrade hard to justify.
9.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
11/04/2021
Hands-on test · Business 2-in-1
Verdict
Surface Pro 7+ is a powerful detachable that lasts over 9 hours in office work, but its keyboard is sold separately and its price is high.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB)

  • Integrated 4G LTE Advanced connectivity for mobile productivity
  • Highly portable, slim, and lightweight 2-in-1 design
  • Sharp 12.3-inch PixelSense display with excellent color accuracy
  • User-replaceable SSD for easier storage upgrades
  • Silent operation due to the fanless design of the i3 model
  • Versatile built-in kickstand with robust build quality
  • Improved single-core performance compared to previous i3 generations

What customers don't like about Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB)

  • Core i3 processor can struggle with demanding multitasking or video calls
  • Type Cover keyboard and Surface Pen are sold separately, increasing total cost
  • Battery life often falls short of manufacturer claims during real-world use
  • Limited port selection with only one USB-C and one USB-A port
  • Lack of Thunderbolt support for high-speed data or external GPUs
  • Thick screen bezels give the device a dated appearance
  • LTE model lacks the MicroSDXC card slot found on Wi-Fi versions

Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus i3 LTE (8GB + 128GB) is a versatile 2-in-1 tablet featuring a 12.3-inch PixelSense touchscreen with a 2736 x 1824 resolution and a 3:2 aspect ratio. This model is powered by an 11th Gen Intel Core i3-1115G4 dual-core processor, 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and a removable 128GB SSD, with the standout addition of LTE Advanced for constant cellular connectivity. Main pros include its highly portable magnesium design with a built-in kickstand, improved battery life of up to 15 hours, and professional-grade security through Windows Hello facial recognition and a TPM 2.0 chip. However, notable cons include the fact that the essential Type Cover keyboard and Surface Pen are sold separately, the presence of relatively thick display bezels, and the lack of Thunderbolt support despite the inclusion of a USB-C port.

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