![]() Its multi-thread performance is also very good, meaning that highly threaded workloads and most modern applications run well, and there are little to no stutters when multitasking. Its single-thread performance is outstanding, similar to the Ryzen 5 5600H in the HP Pavilion Gaming Laptop 15 (2021), so it runs photo editing applications and some older, less optimized games very smoothly. The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 with the Intel Core i7-1185G7 performs very well in the Geekbench 5 benchmarks. Color accuracy may vary between units due to manufacturing tolerances however, these differences are often very hard to spot with the naked eye. The "Vivid" option makes most colors appear more vibrant than they should be but is a better choice if you want to view HDR content. The image looks similar between the "sRGB" and "Surface Panel Standard" color profiles, but "Surface Panel Standard" is the more accurate of the two. It's fine for most people doing casual photo or video editing, but it isn't accurate enough for creative types who need professional-grade color accuracy. Additionally, the white balance is noticeably off at higher brightness levels, and the image has a noticeably warm tint. Most color inaccuracies aren't noticeable, but the gamma is slightly lower than the sRGB curve for all brightness levels, making all scenes appear a bit brighter than they should. The Microsoft Surface Pro has good color accuracy out of the box. This change doesn't affect the overall score. Update : The gamma has been changed to 2.09 as it was posted 1.09 by mistake. Also, its selection of higher-end Intel 9th Gen CPUs outperforms the more power-efficient Intel 11th Gen CPUs on the Surface, and you can get the MacBook with dedicated mobile workstation GPUs. On the other hand, the MacBook's display has a wider color gamut with full DCI P3 coverage, its touchpad and speakers are far better, it has more Thunderbolt ports, and its battery lasts much longer. ![]() Additionally, it's easier to bring around since it's much smaller and lighter, its keyboard feels significantly better to use, and its 1080p webcam is better for video conferences. The Surface's screen looks sharper, it supports a faster 120Hz refresh rate, and its slightly taller 3:2 aspect ratio means you have to scroll less when reading articles or formatting text. The MacBook is a mobile workstation aimed towards content creators with heavy workloads, whereas the Surface is a tablet meant for productivity use. The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 (2021) and the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2019) are both very different laptops. However, it'll likely be overkill for most people, especially since you can't equip it with any dedicated GPUs for very demanding tasks that utilize all the system's available resources. The highest-end i7 option with 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD is suitable for heavy multitaskers and people who store lots of local files. If you only need a device to run light productivity tasks, the base model with an i5, 8GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD will be more than enough to power through your typical workday while remaining lightweight and usable as a tablet. You can also get it with an i5-1135G7 CPU, 8GB or 32GB of RAM, and up to a 1TB SSD. We tested the Surface Pro 8 with an Intel Core i7-1185G7, integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7, 16GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. Unfortunately, its battery can't get through a full 8-hour workday, and since you can't get it with any dedicated GPUs, it isn't suitable for serious gamers or professionals who need lots of graphical horsepower. It only has two USB-C ports, so you'll need to use dongles for your wired peripherals, but they both support USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 for fast data transfer rates and high-resolution video output. It has an outstanding webcam and microphone that records clear, detailed video and crisp audio, so it's great for video conferences. ![]() Also, its tall 3:2 aspect ratio provides more vertical room, allowing you to scroll less when formatting text or reading articles. It has a very bright, vibrant, and sharp display which supports dynamic refresh rate to balance performance with battery life, ramping up to 120Hz for smooth scrolling and cursor movements. ![]() Even though the type cover keyboard is thin, it feels satisfying to type on and doesn't cause fatigue over extended periods. It's easy to take around since it's thin and lightweight, yet it feels sturdy, with excellent build quality. The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 (2021) is a Windows tablet PC with a built-in kickstand and detachable keyboard. ![]()
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