Microsoft · Updated August 2026
Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition): price, specs & release date
Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition), released 2026-06. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: blogs.windows.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) is listed at $1499 on blogs.windows.com as of 2026-08-31, the most expensive tablets (median $624); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 50/100 pay-blind standing, #19 of 34 in class.
Verified Aug 31, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) a good buy?
At $1499, the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) is the most expensive of the 24 tablets we track, where the median is $624. On the spec sheet, its RAM of 16 GB is the highest of the 35, its storage of 256 GB is the highest of the 34, and its display of 13 in is above the median of the 35. By release date, it is among the newer of the 29 we date.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1499 Official US starting MSRP for the base Snapdragon X2 config, announced directly by Microsoft; Surface for Business SKUs rolled out from July 14, 2026. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Microsoft |
| Released | 2026-06 |
| Display (in) | 13 |
| Display type | LCD or OLED (configurable) |
| Refresh (Hz) | 120 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon X2 (Plus/Elite); Intel Core Ultra Series 3 on the Business SKU |
| RAM (GB) | 16 |
| Storage (GB) | 256 |
| Battery (mAh) | — |
| Weight (g) | — |
| OS | Windows 11 |
| Stylus support | Yes - Surface Slim Pen with haptic feedback |
| Cellular | 5G optional (Snapdragon models) |
Source: blogs.windows.com (verified 2026-08-26) · corroborated by microcenter.com. Microsoft officially announced the next-gen Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) on its Devices Blog June 16, 2026 at $1,499 with a Snapdragon X2 chipset and an optional OLED display — a distinct new flagship generation from the roster's smaller 'Surface Pro (12-inch, 2025)'. Battery stated in Wh (not mAh) so battery_mah is null; weight (draft's 686g, which matches the smaller 12-inch model) could not be corroborated for this 13-inch model, so weight_g is nulled.
Is the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) worth it vs cheaper tablets?
Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) against its closest cheaper and pricier tablets on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 24 ranked
| Product | Price | Display (in) | Display type | Refresh (Hz) | Chipset | RAM (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) this | $1499 | 13 | LCD or OLED (configurable) | 120 | Snapdragon X2 (Plus/Elite); Intel Core Ultra Series 3 on the Business SKU | 16 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra | $1299.99 | 14.6 | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 120 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | 12 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) cost?
The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) has a US price of $1499 (Official US starting MSRP for the base Snapdragon X2 config, announced directly by Microsoft; Surface for Business SKUs rolled out from July 14, 2026.), as of 2026-08-26.
How does the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) compare on price?
At $1499, the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) is the most expensive of the 24 tablets we track, where the median is $624.
When was the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) released?
The Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) was released 2026-06.
What are the Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition)'s key specs?
Microsoft Surface Pro 13-inch (12th Edition) (Microsoft): display in 13, display type LCD or OLED (configurable), refresh hz 120, chipset Snapdragon X2 (Plus/Elite); Intel Core Ultra Series 3 on the Business SKU, ram gb 16. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-26.
Price of record: $1499 at blogs.windows.com, 2026-08-31. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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