Is the keyboard included?

No. The Surface Pro is sold as a tablet; the detachable keyboard cover is a separate purchase. Budget for it if you plan to type a lot.

Is 8 GB of RAM enough?

It handles browsing, Office and streaming fine. It gets tight with many browser tabs, large spreadsheets or photo editing, so 16 GB is safer for heavy work.

Can it replace a laptop?

For light to moderate work, yes, once you add the keyboard cover. For sustained heavy tasks, a laptop with more RAM and a larger screen is a better fit.

Does it run full Windows apps?

Yes. It runs Windows 11 and standard desktop programs, unlike tablets limited to mobile app stores.

How does it compare with the OLED Surface Pro?

The OLED model has a richer display and is usually offered with more RAM. This LCD version costs less and is fine for indoor use.

Microsoft Surface pro Tablet 12" 256 GB

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Our take on the Microsoft Surface pro Tablet 12" 256 GB

The Surface Pro 12-inch is Microsoft's tablet-first 2-in-1, sold without a keyboard cover. This configuration pairs a 12-inch LCD screen with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It suits light work, notes and streaming more than heavy multitasking. No current price was provided for this listing, so compare it against other Surface Pro configurations before buying.

Best forStudents taking notes and readingLight office and email workStreaming and browsing at homeTravelers who want a tablet that runs Windows

Pros

Full Windows 11, so desktop apps run natively
Detachable design converts between tablet and laptop
256 GB storage leaves room for apps and files
LCD screen keeps the price below the OLED option

Cons

8 GB of RAM limits heavy multitasking
Keyboard cover and pen are usually sold separately

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Microsoft Surface pro Tablet 12" 256 GB price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,029.00 on Nov 8 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 8.

Specifications

Series: Microsoft Surface ProSource
Screen Size ("): 12.0Source
Storage Capacity: 256 GBSource
Screen Type: LCDSource

Questions and answers

Is the keyboard included?: No. The Surface Pro is sold as a tablet; the detachable keyboard cover is a separate purchase. Budget for it if you plan to type a lot.
Is 8 GB of RAM enough?: It handles browsing, Office and streaming fine. It gets tight with many browser tabs, large spreadsheets or photo editing, so 16 GB is safer for heavy work.
Can it replace a laptop?: For light to moderate work, yes, once you add the keyboard cover. For sustained heavy tasks, a laptop with more RAM and a larger screen is a better fit.
Does it run full Windows apps?: Yes. It runs Windows 11 and standard desktop programs, unlike tablets limited to mobile app stores.
How does it compare with the OLED Surface Pro?: The OLED model has a richer display and is usually offered with more RAM. This LCD version costs less and is fine for indoor use.