Hands on: Microsoft Surface Pro X review

A first look at the Surface Pro X.

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Early Verdict

The Surface Pro X is a clear step forward from the Surface Pro design, and is one of the best looking and feeling 2-in-1 laptops we've seen. The jury is still out on whether the new ARM processor is up to scratch.

For

  • Vibrant display
  • Surface Pen works great

Against

  • ARM CPU may not deliver
  • Lack of microSD slot

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This is a hands on review of the Surface Pro X to give you the chance to see what the new 2-in-1 laptop is all about as soon as possible. We'll be expanding and upgrading this review in the future with more information and a score.

The Surface Pro X was just one of six new devices revealed at Microsoft's Event on Wednesday. And while we've all been distracted by the excitement of the new dual-screen tablet, the Surface Neo, and Microsoft's upcoming foldable phone, the Surface Duo, that doesn't mean that we aren't impressed by the Surface Pro X as well as the new Surface Pro 7 (and all these new products mean we could be seeing some top Black Friday Microsoft deals on older devices – bonus). 

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The Verdict
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out of 10

Microsoft Surface Pro X

The Surface Pro X is a clear step forward from the Surface Pro design, and is one of the best looking and feeling 2-in-1 laptops we've seen. The jury is still out on whether the new ARM processor is up to scratch.

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