Identify Surface for Business options

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A photograph of Microsoft Surface for Business devices lineup.

Not all business users have the same needs—some may prioritize portability, while others may value performance above all else. There's a Surface for Business option available for every user. Let's briefly look at the device options and understand their key features and typical users.

Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch for Business

The Surface Pro 12-inch for Business is a 2-in-1 device that combines the portability of a tablet with the productivity tools of a laptop. It features a 12" PixelSense touchscreen, support for Surface Slim Pen 2nd Edition for inking, and is ideal for users who need a device for travel, note-taking, and presentations.

Key features

  • Flexible and lightweight (1.5 lbs)
  • Detachable keyboard
  • Supports USB-C for modern accessories
  • Industry-leading Microsoft chip-to-cloud security to keep data safe
  • Snapdragon® X Plus processor for AI-optimized productivity features

Ideal users

  • Higher education students
  • Mobile professionals
  • Frontline workers

Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch for Business

Surface Laptop 13-inch for Business is a traditional laptop with a compact form factor that is designed for business users who value the balance of portability and performance. It offers a comfortable keyboard, 13" PixelSense touchscreen display, and long battery life—making it suitable for everyday office tasks and productivity applications.

Key features

  • Lightest Surface Laptop, ideal for portability
  • Snapdragon® X Plus processor that delivers built-in AI experiences
  • All-day battery life for on-the-go productivity
  • Industry-leading Microsoft chip-to-cloud security for peace of mind

Ideal users

  • Higher education students and faculty
  • Office workers
  • Mobile professionals
  • Information workers

Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch for Business

Microsoft Surface Pro for Business offers tablet flexibility and laptop power with a 13" PixelSense Flow display. This device helps business users maximize their workday and utilize AI productivity tools like Live Captions and Windows Studio Effects to become more efficient. This Surface Pro model also features enterprise-grade security and remote management—excellent for organizations that need secure and manageable devices for their teams.

Key features

  • Processors that provide powerful performance with on-device AI productivity experiences
  • Combines the portability of a tablet with the power of a laptop
  • Advanced security features enhanced by AI
  • Multiple interaction inputs for natural usage

Ideal users

  • Business professionals
  • Creative and technical teams
  • Field workers
  • IT-managed teams

Microsoft Surface Laptop for Business

Microsoft Surface Laptop for Business offers a fast and intelligent experience with Copilot+ AI features designed to streamline repeatable tasks. Offered in both 13.8-inch and 15-inch variants, it allows business users to solve problems and create engaging content. It also offers next-generation security with the built-in Microsoft Pluton security processor.

Key features

  • Light and portable, enabling mobile work to be done
  • HDR (high dynamic range) and adaptive color profiles for a bright and color accurate display experience
  • Realistic sensory feedback with haptic touchpad
  • Advanced security enabled by default

Ideal users

  • Mobile professionals
  • Creative freelancers
  • IT decision makers
  • Managers
  • Executives

Note

Both the Microsoft Surface Laptop for Business and Surface Pro for Business feature Intel and Qualcomm Snapdragon processor options. The features and use cases discussed in this module reflect both processor options.