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Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review

8.2/10 AVG.
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Microsoft Surface Pro 6
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8.2/10
Informr score
The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 currently has an Informr score of 8.2 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 21 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Windows
Operating system
Operating system
Windows
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
12.3"
Screen Size
Screen Size
12.3"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
Unknown
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


TechRadar
TechRadar

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is faster, has longer battery life and now comes in a sleek, new black shell, but that’s about it. It’s unquestionably better than last year’s model. However, it isn’t the generational leap many of us were waiting for. If you already have a Surface Pro 2017, this upgrade is...

- Joe Osborne, TechRadar
Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor

With 8th-gen Intel processors, all Surface Pro 6 models see decent performance but it’s hard to find any other changes from the previous two generations. That’s not a bad thing, and it’s still a good buy if you’re after a Windows 10 tablet that also works as a laptop, but if you can afford it consid...

- Jim Martin, Tech Advisor
Apple Insider
Apple Insider

The Surface Pro is nice but not perfect. Surface users are getting cheated with the lack of a truly high-speed interface in and out of the machine. Ditch the DisplayPort, go to Thunderbolt 3, and it will be better for everybody. What is is not, is an iPad killer, nor a MacBook whatever killer. It si...

- Mike Wuerthele, Apple Insider
Laptop Mag
Laptop Mag

The Surface Pro 6 isn't for everyone. It's for people who will truly benefit from having a detachable 2-in-1 that's light enough to carry anywhere and flexible enough to use as a tablet or laptop. But if you're in the market for that kind of device, Microsoft's convertible is the one to buy. The Sur...

- Mark Spoonauer, Laptop Mag
TechWeLike
TechWeLike

Personally if you’re looking for a 2-in-1 laptop for school, I definitely recommend the surface pro. It’s easy to transport and has great functions for you to be able to do a multitude of tasks on the go. Sometimes I use it on the train to class and read my assignment and mark notes on it.

- Teri Zhang, TechWeLike


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Screen Size
12.3"

The Microsoft Surface Pro 6's screen size is 12.3 inches with 1824 x 2736 pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a Intel i5 8th Gen Quad core processor (CPU).

OS

The tablet runs on the Windows 10 Home operating system (OS).

Camera
8+ MP
You can take photos or capture video with the tablet's onboard 8+ MP camera. There is also a secondary front facing camera with 5+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
128/256/512/1000 GB

Internal memory is 128/256/ 512/1000 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 2000 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
Unknown

The tablet is powered by a battery.

Surface Pro 6 Specs

Overview
Release Date October 16, 2018
Regions Available USA, Canada, United Kingdom
Operating System Windows 10 Home

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Processor Intel i5 8th Gen Quad core
Internal Storage 128/256/512/1000 GB
RAM 8/16 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
SAR Unknown
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
Mobile / Cellular Data
No (Option available)
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support Yes
Infrared No
Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 2000 GB)
NFC No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Main Camera Info
Auto focus, Self-timer
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
5+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1824 x 2736 pixels
Pixel density 267 pixels
Size 12.3 inches
Sensors Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Backlit Illumination Yes
Zoom / Magnification Yes
Screen Orientation Lock Yes
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen
Power & Battery
Battery Capacity Unknown
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Battery Charge Time Unknown
Video Playback Time Up to 13.5 hours
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage No
Physical Characteristics
Material Magnesium alloy
Colors Black, Platinum
Dimensions [H x W x D] 29.2 x 20.1 x 0.8 cm (11.5 x 7.9 x 0.3 in)
Weight 775
Water Resistant / Waterproof No
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Touchscreen Yes
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Physical keyboard No
Text-to-Speech Yes
Screen Reader Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock Yes
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA):

Also available with Intel Core i7 8th Gen processor.

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