Does the Surface Pro 9 come with a keyboard or pen?

No. The Type Cover keyboard and Slim Pen are sold separately, so budget for them if you want laptop-style typing or handwriting.

Can the Surface Pro 9 run full desktop software?

Yes. It runs Windows 11 Pro on an Intel Core i7, so standard x86 desktop apps such as Office, Adobe tools and browsers install and run normally.

Is the SSD replaceable?

Yes. The 512GB SSD sits behind a covered slot and Microsoft documents it as user-replaceable, which helps with long-term storage upgrades.

How does it compare with the Surface Pro 8?

The Pro 9 moves to 12th-gen Intel chips and adds a 5G option on a separate ARM model. The design, screen size and kickstand carry over largely unchanged.

Is it good for gaming or video editing?

It handles light editing and casual games through Iris Xe graphics, but sustained rendering and modern games are better on a laptop with discrete graphics.

What ports does it have?

Two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4, a Surface Connect charging port and the Surface Type Cover connector. There is no USB-A or headphone jack.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9, 2-in-1 Tablet Laptop - Intel Core i7-1265U 12th Gen, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 13" FHD, Windows 11 Pro (QIY-00017)

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What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners praise the display, build quality and flexibility of the Surface Pro 9, and most find it fast for office work, browsing and note-taking. Common complaints are that the keyboard and pen cost extra, that battery life is only average, and that it slows under long sustained loads.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners call the 3:2 panel sharp and bright, and like the smooth 120Hz refresh.
Keyboard costCriticisedBuyers complain the Type Cover keyboard is a separate purchase needed to use it like a laptop.
Battery lifeMixedMany find endurance adequate for a workday of light tasks but short under heavier use.
PerformanceMixedThe Core i7 feels fast day to day, but reviewers note throttling in long sustained workloads.
Build and kickstandPraisedReviewers like the sturdy magnesium body and the adjustable kickstand.
PortsCriticisedOwners say the two USB-C ports are few and often need a hub or dock.

About the Microsoft Surface Pro 9, 2-in-1 Tablet Laptop - Intel Core i7-1265U 12th Gen, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 13" FHD, Windows 11 Pro (QIY-00017)

The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is a 2-in-1 tablet laptop with a 13-inch PixelSense Flow touchscreen. It is built on the Intel Evo platform and uses a 12th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe Graphics. It runs Windows 11 Pro and has 16GB of LPDDR5 memory and a 512GB removable SSD.

The display is 2880 x 1920 at 267 PPI, with a 3:2 aspect ratio. It supports 10-point multi-touch and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, with dynamic refresh rate. The screen is covered with Gorilla Glass 5 and supports Dolby Vision IQ.

Windows Hello face sign-in handles secure login. Two USB-C ports support USB 4.0 and Thunderbolt 4.

Operating system

Windows 11 Pro

Processor

12th Generation Intel Core i7, Intel Evo platform

Memory

16GB LPDDR5

Storage

512GB removable SSD

Graphics

Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Display