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Microsoft Surface RT vs Surface Pro

By Tuan Do

The self-built tablets by Microsoft were introduced to the public a few days ago. There are 2 editions of Microsoft Surface announced, the Surface RT and the Surface Pro.

Although there are still months to the release date of the Microsoft tablets, they have already been creating the buzz and promised to end the domination of iPad and Android tablets. I am myself really impressed with what Microsoft is offering this time and believe the devices could suit needs of most consumers. If you are still using a netbook/laptop and hesitating to get a tablet, this is the time and I totally recommend you to purchase a Microsoft tablet because this is an efficient and compact device. You can get the comfort and portability of a tablet, and still don’t lose the high performance of a laptop. Your choice will just become more narrow to the choice between Surface RT or Surface 8 Pro.

If you attended or watched the event online, you probably don’t understand clearly the differences between the 2 models as they look quite the same. Fortunately, Microsoft announced details on features and tech specs of the 2 tablets. The Surface RT is the lower-end edition compared to the Surface 8 Pro but it will be released 3 months sooner and have a lower price. Although RT is the lower-specced one, it is absolutely not weak at all compared to current tablets on the market. Besides, it has quite similar design with the full USB 2.0 port, optical bonding display, built-in kick stand and cover, and solid build. The RT edition is even thinner and lighter.

microsoft-surface-rt-pro

Let’s take a look at the detailed comparison between Microsoft Surface RT and Surface Pro.

Surface RT Surface Pro
Screen: 10.6-inch ClearType HD capacitive touchpanel 10.6-inch ClearType Full HD (1080p) capacitive touchpanel
Processor: NVIDIA Tegra-based ARM chip Intel Core i5 (Ivy Bridge)
Battery: 31.5 Wh 42 Wh
Connectivity: microSD, USB 2.0, Micro HD Video, 2×2 MIMO antennae microSDXC, USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort Video, 2×2 MIMO antennae
Software: Windows RT + Office Home & Student 2013 RT Windows 8 Pro
Accessories: Touch Cover, Type Cover Touch Cover, Type Cover, Pen with Palm Block
Design VaporMg Case & Stand VaporMg Case & Stand
Storage: 32 GB, 64 GB 64 GB, 128 GB
Weight: 676g 903g
Size: 9.3 mm 13.5 mm
Release Date: September 2012 December 2012 – January 2013
Price (including Touch Cover):
$599 (32GB) and $699 (64GB) $999 (64GB) and $1099 (128GB)

What do you think about the 2 new Microsoft Surface tablets? Could it become an iPad and Android killer with the higher price tag?

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Comments

  1. Rudraksh Pathak says

    Jul 4, 2012 at 2:19 pm

    Surface is facing tough competition with the the launch of Nexus 7. And even Apple has announced that they are going to launch iPad mini 7 this year. Lord help Microsoft !!!1

  2. uglybetty says

    Aug 28, 2012 at 9:59 pm

    Iam keeping concerning the Surface tablet pc. I do not know which I should choose RT or Windows 8 pro. Hard to make a decision.

    • Tuan Do says

      Aug 28, 2012 at 11:47 pm

      It depends on you and your budget. I prefer the Windows 8 pro Surface as it is stronger and I can run more apps.

  3. carbon bicycle says

    Sep 7, 2013 at 10:57 pm

    For me, I prefer Surface RT.
    I like its design as well as the price which is affordable for me.

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