Microsoft Surface Windows 8/RT tablets unveiled: specs, features, release date and pricing
The ARM model is said “to be competitive with a comparable ARM tablet” and it will be available in store at the same time Windows 8 launches. The Intel model will be a bit more expensive with a price comparable to Ultrabook-class PCs, which are generally more expensive than traditional laptops. The Intel model will also be available only later down the road, around 90 days after the ARM-based Surface hits stores.
Surface for Windows RT
- OS: Windows RT
- Light: 676 g
- Thin: 9.3 mm
- Clear: 10.6-inch ClearType HD Display with 16:9 aspect ratio. Corning Gorilla Glass 2 technology also included.
- Processor: ARM-based by NVIDIA
- Energized: 31.5 W-h battery
- Connected: microSD, USB 2.0, Micro HD Video, 2×2 MIMO antennae
- Productive: Office ‘15’ Apps, Touch Cover, Type Cover
- Practical: VaporMg Case & Stand, edges angled at 22 degrees
- Configurable: 32 GB, 64 GB
Surface for Windows 8 Pro
- OS: Windows 8 Pro
- Light: 903 g
- Thin: 13.5 mm
- Clear: 10.6-inch ClearType HD Display with 16:9 aspect ratio. Corning Gorilla Glass 2 technology also included.
- Processor: Intel Core Ivy Bridge
- Energized: 42 W-h battery
- Connected: microSDXC, USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort Video, 2×2 MIMO antennae
- Productive: Touch Cover, Type Cover, Pen with Palm Block
- Practical: VaporMg Case & Stand, edges angled at 22 degrees
- Configurable: 64 GB, 128 GB
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a report from The Next Web indicates the Windows RT model will start at $599, and the Windows 8 Pro model will start at $999.
