Microsoft has introduced the world to the Surface Pro 3, which is thinner, lighter and more powerful than its predecessor, the Surface Pro 2. And the company touted this tablet as the first device that can actually replace a laptop in every way, not only because of the hardware that the Surface Pro 3 offers, but also because it can run all kinds of applications, from modern apps to any traditional desktop application (like Photoshop, iTunes, Chrome, etc.), on a beautiful 12-inch display. Let's check out the specs and details of the new tablet that you probably didn't know:
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Feature Description Dimensions 11.5 inches x 7.93 inches x 0.3 inches (292 mm x 201.3 mm x 9.1 mm) Weight 1.76 pounds (800 grams) DisplayScreen: 12 inches ClearType Full HD Plus Aspect ratio: 3:2 Touch: Multi-touch Resolution 2160 x 1440 (216 ppi) External monitorSurface Pro 3 with Core i5 and i7 can connect to two 2880 x 1800 monitors. Surface Pro 3 with Core i3 can connect to two 1920 x 1200 monitors each. GraphicsSurface Pro 3 with Core i3: Intel HD4200 Surface Pro 3 with Core i5: Intel HD4400 Surface Pro 3 with Core i7: Intel HD5000 Storage and RAM64 GB or 128 GB storage with 4 GB RAM 256 GB or 512 GB storage with 8 GB RAM Note: Surface Pro 3 with Intel Core i3 only comes with 64 GB. Available storageFree hard disk space after Windows installation: 64 GB memory: 37 GB free hard disk space 128 GB memory: 97 GB free hard disk space 256 GB memory: 212 GB free hard disk space 512 GB memory: 451 GB free hard disk space Processor4th generation ultra-low-voltage (ULV), dual-core with Hyper-Threading and 22 nm die-size technology Intel Core i3-4020Y, i5-4300U and i7 i7-4650U TPM chip for enterprise security Core i3 clock speed: 1.5 GHz Core i5 clock speed: 1.9 GHz and up to 2.9 GHz with Turbo Boost Core i7 clock speed: 1.7 GHz and up to 3.3 GHz with Turbo Boost Note: All versions of Surface Pro 3 have Intel's InstantGo (or Connected Standby), a technology that allows the tablet to quickly go to sleep and resume. NetworkWireless: Wi-Fi 802.11ac/802.11 a/b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy technology PortsFull-size USB 3.0 microSD card reader Headset jack Mini DisplayPort Cover port LocationDigital compass Cameras, video, and audio5.0-megapixel rear camera 5.0-megapixel front camera Stereo microphones Stereo speakers with Dolby sound Battery42-watt battery with up to 9 hours of battery life for web browsing (10% more than Surface Pro 2) SensorsAmbient light sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Magnetometer Stand positionsMultiple, up to 150 degrees Pen inputStylus (included with one non-rechargeable "AAAA" battery) Pen functions256 levels of pressure sensitivity Power36W power adapter, including 5W USB for charging accessories Included in the boxSurface Pro 3 Surface Pen 36W power adapter Quick start guide Safety and warranty documents
A lot has changed with the Surface Pro 3. The new screen is 30% larger than the Surface Pro 2, and with a screen resolution of 2160 x 1400 pixels, the new tablet offers 50% more pixels. The aspect ratio is 3:2 in portrait mode. Users will notice this when they see that Microsoft has moved the home button to the right side of the bezel.
The new tablet has a new ventilation system and a single fan for cooling, but it is still a bit noisy at times, such as when installing updates or using an app that requires a lot of system resources. It is, however, quieter than the Surface Pro 2.
