Model: EP2-20162
from $1,749
Color: Platinum
Storage: 256GB
Processor: Core Ultra 5 238V
3 configurations available
The era of Copilot+ PCs has begun, and it all starts with the Microsoft 13" Surface Pro for Business Copilot+ PC . Optimized to take full advantage of Microsoft Copilot, the Surface Pro is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor. Utilizing the integrated Intel AI Boost NPU, the Surface Pro can handle up to 40 TOPS, allowing for seamless AI integration throughout Windows 11. Add a 13" LCD PixelSense Flow touchscreen, 32GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, two USB-C ports, and more, and the Surface Pro is ready to handle your workflow with ease. The Surface Pro is also compatible with optional Surface keyboards and the Surface Slim Pen for even more versatility.
Prioritize a good screen, comfortable keyboard, and adequate RAM (minimum 16GB), as these cannot usually be upgraded later. Avoid ultra-cheap laptops with eMMC storage, which run incredibly slow and degrade quickly. Available from $1,749.
Laptops have a higher cost of ownership than desktops due to faster obsolescence and degrading batteries. Factoring in a battery replacement midway through its life provides a realistic view of long-term costs.
Common Failure Modes
Batteries chemically degrade over time, losing capacity. Physical damage to screens, hinges, and charging ports are the most common acute failures, many of which require expensive professional repair.
Prioritize a good screen, comfortable keyboard, and adequate RAM (minimum 16GB), as these cannot usually be upgraded later. Avoid ultra-cheap laptops with eMMC storage, which run incredibly slow and degrade quickly.
Laptops endure more physical stress and thermal constraints than desktops. Batteries usually degrade significantly by year three, while hardware can remain viable for longer.
The Microsoft 13" Surface Pro for Business Copilot+ PC (11th Edition, Platinum, Wi-Fi Only) is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,749.
Laptops have a higher cost of ownership than desktops due to faster obsolescence and degrading batteries. Factoring in a battery replacement midway through its life provides a realistic view of long-term costs.
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