Tag: PixelSense Flow

  • Microsoft launches 13-inch laptop with Snapdragon X2 Elite, 64GB RAM

    Microsoft launches 13-inch laptop with Snapdragon X2 Elite, 64GB RAM

    Key Takeaway

    – Surface Laptop 8 for Business returns with ARM-based Snapdragon X2 chips.
    – Display remains an unchanged 13.8-inch 120Hz IPS panel (no OLED).
    – Supports removable SSD and up to 64GB LPDDR5X RAM.
    – Battery life rated up to 20 hours.
    – Starts at $1,599; black finish exclusive for 64GB RAM configuration.

    New Surface Laptop 8 keeps same display

    A little more than a month after Microsoft updated its Surface Laptop lineup with the Surface Laptop 8 for Business, the company is back with a fresh model for consumers. The preivous Surface Laptop 7 for Business relied on Intel processors to keep full x86 compability, but now Microsoft has launched a sucessor to the ARM-based Surface Laptop 7 13.8 inch, which we first reviewed about two years ago on this site.

    Same screen and new chipsets

    It looks like the PixelSense Flow display is returning unchanged. This panel outputs at 2,304 by 1,536 pixels with a pixel density of 201 PPI, a fast 120 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 600 nits. This is an IPS panel, so earlier rumors about an OLED version turned out to be wrong. That aside, the 120 Hz screen now works with either a Snapdragon X2 Plus chipset, which has 10 cores, or a Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset with 12 cores. You can also configure it with 16 GB, 24 GB, 32 GB, or even 64 GB of LPDDR5X RAM.

    Design and storage details

    This 13.8-inch laptop also continues to support a removable SSD, which is a nice feature for users who want to upgrade storage later. The entire device fits inside a chassis that measures 301 by 220 by 17.5 millimeters and weighs about 1.36 kilograms. Color options include Black, Dune, Jade, and Platinum. Acording to Microsoft, this new model should last up to 20 hours on a single charge, which is a significant improvement over older versions.

    Pricing and configuration limits

    The base price for the Surface Laptop 8 13.8 starts at $1,599 for the version powered by the Snapdragon X2 Plus chipset. If you want the more powerfull Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset, the price goes up by $100. One important detail is that you can only order the laptop with 64 GB of RAM if you choose the Black finish. Microsoft also released a 15-inch version of the Surface Laptop 8 today, so you can check our launch article for more info about that larger model.


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  • Microsoft Surface Laptop 8 Debuts with Up to 64GB RAM and Arc B390 Graphics

    Microsoft Surface Laptop 8 Debuts with Up to 64GB RAM and Arc B390 Graphics

    Key Takeaway

    – Surface Laptop 8 updates: Lunar Lake → Panther Lake processors, up to Core Ultra X7 368H with Arc B390 iGPU, and 64 GB RAM options.
    – Display: 13.8″ or 15″ IPS PixelSense Flow with up to 120 Hz, resolution up to 3270×2180 (262 PPI); no OLED option.
    – Privacy screen: Integrated privacy feature (toggle via F1) on most models, but not available with 5G modem configurations.
    – Ports: Retains Surface Connect port and microSD card reader on the 15″ model.
    – Pricing: Starts at $1,949.99 (privacy screen variants from $2,549.99).

    Microsoft has finally updated its Surface Laptop series with eighth-generation models. Arriving right on schedule, the new Surface Laptop 8 replaces Lunar Lake versions of the Surface Laptop 7 rather than their Snapdragon-powered counterparts (curr. $1,199 on Amazon).

    Display specs and features

    Contrary to rumours, the Surface Laptop 8 has not launched with an optional OLED display. Instead, the new Surface Laptop continues to be available with 13.8-inch and 15-inch IPS ‘PixelSense Flow’ displays that deliver up to a 120 Hz refresh rate. Incidentally, Microsoft has increased the latter’s resolution to 3,270 x 2,180, which results in pixel density increasing from 201 PPI to 262 PPI.

    Privacy screen and ports

    Also, Microsoft has included integrated privacy screen technology, which can be activated by pressing the F1 key. Unfortunately, this display technology is unavailable on Surface Laptop 8 units configured with 5G modems. Setting that aside, all Surface Laptop 8 models retain Microsoft’s Surface Connect port, as well as a microSD card reader for its 15-inch model.

    Processors and performance

    Arguably, the only other major upgrade between the ‘for Business’ versions of the Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Laptop 8 is the transition from Lunar Lake to Panther Lake processors. Specifically, Microsoft’s new laptops will be available with up to the Core Ultra X7 368H, which brings Intel’s powerful Arc B390 iGPU to the table.

    Pricing and configuration

    The Surface Laptop 8 starts at $1,949.99 and can be configured with up to 64 GB of RAM. Meanwhile, privacy screen variants start at $2,549.99 in the US. Please see Microsoft’s website for more details.


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