Microsoft Surface Pro 7 12.3in i5 8GB 256GB
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Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Intel i5 256GB SSD Convertible Tablet - Black PUV-00021 review
It is similar to the last Surface Pro, but this is still one of the few tablet hybrids we’d be happy to work all day on. Just remember to bring the charger, as the battery won’t last.- Bold
- sharp screen
- Punchy 10th Gen Intel CPUs
- Type Cover remains surprisingly good
- Battery life is not great
- Aspects of the design are ageing
- Accessories are a bit pricey
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 review
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is no revelation. It's a lot like the Pro 6. Aside from the no-brainer addition of a USB-C port, progress here is down to Intel's new chipsets, not any major Microsoft innovation. But look at the more dynamic Surface Pro X and you may decide you will be happier with this more familiar hybrid. It has none of the compatibility issues of that model, the Type Cover keyboard design is a tried and tested hit and it isn't much less portable than an iPad Pro. We’d like significantly longer battery life and a lower price would really start to tempt us away from a more conventional laptop. But this hybrid does work well as a “real” computer.- Bold, sharp screen
- Punchy 10th Gen Intel CPUs
- Type Cover remains surprisingly good
- Battery life is not great
- Aspects of the design are ageing
- Accessories are a bit pricey
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 review review
- Bold, sharp screen
- Punchy 10th Gen Intel CPUs
- Type Cover remains surprisingly good
- Battery life is not great
- Aspects of the design are ageing
- Accessories are a bit pricey
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Intel i5 256GB SSD Convertible Tablet - Black PUV-00021 review
Microsoft updates its Surface Pro 7 Windows tablet with a powerful Intel Ice Lake chip and a modern USB-C port.- Powerful Intel Ice Lake CPU boosts performance
- USB-C
- USB-A ports allow for peripheral flexibility
- Lack of Thunderbolt and WWAN option are disappointing
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Intel i5 256GB SSD Convertible Tablet - Black PUV-00021 review
While it might look the same as the Pro 6, the Surface Pro 7 packs a punch.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Intel i5 256GB SSD Convertible Tablet - Black PUV-00021 review
Still the best Windows 2-in-1 around, but it remains ahead due to the lack of highly recommendable alternatives. The performance upgrade here is excellent, but design-wise the huge bezels now look dated and Microsoft's dedication to Surface Connect is somewhat puzzling.- Up-to-date Intel processors make for powerful and snappy performance
- Punchy screen colours and resolution
- USB-C is a welcome addition
- Lack of real change over predecessor
- Big screen bezels
- No Thunderbolt
- So-so battery life (i7 tested)
- Expensive extras - when adding Type Cover and Pen
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Review
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 feels more like a Surface Pro 6.5 than an actual new product. The only significant changes are the addition of a USB-C input and a move to Intel’s newer 10th-gen family of laptop CPUs. However, it remains a solid convertible and great choice for those looking for a flexible machine that works equally well as an office laptop as it does as a personal tablet.- Full-fat Windows 10 application library
- Excellent connectivity
- Solid build quality
- Type Cover costs extra
- Not a big step up on the Surface Pro 6
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Intel i5 256GB SSD Convertible Tablet - Black PUV-00021 review
As updates go, this one is minor. But the Surface Pro is still a major player in portable productivity.- Finally a USB-C port! Still solid performance, battery life, and usability.
- No real compelling reasons to upgrade from previous models. Remains expensive.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 review: Left behind
The Surface Pro 7 has been left behind- USB-C finally arrives
- Updated processors bump speed
- Same sharp
- 3:2 screen
- Type Cover is top notch
- Improved graphics
- Chassis looks outdated
- Type Cover still not bundled in
- Battery life takes a step back
Battery consumption
Battery gets drained quickly. Need to recharge within school hours.