New Microsoft Surface Pro or Laptop Rumored for Spring Release

Key Takeaways

1. Microsoft recently launched updated versions of Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, targeting business users but available to all.
2. There are indications that Microsoft may continue using Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets for future consumer Surface devices.
3. A leak suggests affordable and smaller options may be introduced alongside the current Surface models priced at $949.99.
4. A device named ‘774_LAN’ was discovered on Geekbench, featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 chipset and 16 GB of RAM.
5. The future of the ‘774_LAN’ device is unclear, but it may be less powerful than existing models, with expected releases in spring and display sizes between 11 to 12 inches.

Hardly any time has gone by since Microsoft launched updated versions of its Surface Laptop and Surface Pro lines. Primarily, these models are aimed at businesses, but in reality, anyone can buy these variants powered by Intel’s Lunar Lake.

Focus on Qualcomm Snapdragon

A recent leak indicates that Microsoft might be planning to stick with Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets for its consumer Surface devices. There had been hints that the tech giant could soon introduce more affordable and smaller options to complement the current Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, which is priced at $949.99 on Amazon.

Discovery on Geekbench

Roland Quandt seems to have found proof of this upcoming refresh on Geekbench. The screenshot below indicates that someone benchmarked a device named ‘774_LAN’ months earlier, featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon X1P-42-100 chipset along with 16 GB of RAM and running Windows 11 Pro. Sadly, Geekbench does not provide additional information about the device; however, the single-core and multi-core scores align with what’s expected for the Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100.

Uncertain Future

It remains uncertain if 774_LAN is linked to a new Surface Laptop or Surface Pro. Regardless, it appears that 774_LAN will have less power compared to Microsoft’s current Qualcomm-powered models. Windows Central reports that both new devices are anticipated to be released this spring, with display sizes likely ranging from 11 to 12 inches diagonally.

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