Microsoft has recently announced the Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro 7+ is coming to Malaysia from 15 February and 8 February respectively. The company also confirmed that pre-orders for Surface Pro 8 will commence from 20 January in Malaysia via commercial authorized resellers and authorized retailers.
The Surface Pro 8 has a starting price of RM4,950 while capable more than twice as fast as Pro 7, with 11th Gen Intel Core processors built on the Intel Evo platform and equipped with two Thunderbolt 4 ports. Together with Windows 11 and a battery life of up to 16 hours, making it as one of the most powerful 2-in-1 PC on the market.
Azizah Ali, Chief Marketing and Operations Officer at Microsoft Malaysia said, “We are excited to bring to Malaysia, the new Surface Pro 8, our most powerful Pro laptop ever. Each new version of Windows unlocks the next generation of hardware innovation. For the last decade, Surface has been at the forefront – challenging convention, pioneering new experiences and creating entirely new categories of devices. Today, we are revealing an update to our iconic 2-in-1 Surface device, the Pro 8, representing a significant leap forward since Pro 3. It is the ideal hybrid device, giving people a dynamic on-the-go tablet and the ultimate work-from-home set-up, and we hope this helps people unlock more possibilities.”
Let’s checkout the key highlights for Surface Pro 8 and Surface Pro 7+ at below.
Surface Pro 8
11th Gen Intel Core processors built on the Intel Evo platform (i5 and i7)
Two Thunderbolt 4 ports
13” PixelSense touchscreen with support up to 120Hz refresh rate
Dolby Vision and Adaptive Color Technology
5MP front-facing camera and 10MP-4K rear-facing camera
Dolby Atmos sound
Dual far-field Studio Mics
Iconic Kickstand and detachable new Surface Pro Signature Keyboard that provides storage and charging capability for the new Surface Slim Pen 2
Slim Pen 2 comes redesigned with a sharper pen tip for exceptional accuracy, with 4,096 points of pressure sensitivity
Windows 11
16 hours of battery life
Surface Pro 7+
11th Gen Intel Core Processors (i3 and i5)
Longer battery life of up to 15 hours
USB-A and USB-C ports
Integrates front and rear facing cameras with 1080p full HD video
Dolby Atmos speakers
Dual far-field Studio Microphones
23% lighter than the previous generation and made from 99% natural fiber-based material, of which 64% is post-consumer recycled content
Both products will be available to consumers in the following configurations in Malaysia:
| Model | Suggested Retail Price |
| Surface Pro 8 Intel Core i5, 8GB, 128GB SSD, Platinum Intel Evo Core i5, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Black Intel Evo Core i5, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Black (Exclusive to Harvey Norman) Intel Evo Core i7, 16GB, 256GB SSD, Black Intel Evo Core i7, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black Surface Pro 7+ Intel Core i3, 8GB, 128GB SSD, Platinum Intel Core i5, 8GB, 128GB SSD, Platinum | RM4,950 RM5,250 RM6,490 RM7,350 RM8,750 RM3,599 RM4,299 |
If you’re interested to get the Surface Pro 8 and Pro 7+ which is generally available from 15 February and 8 February respectively, visit Microsoft’s commercial authorized reseller, Maxis; and authorized retailers such as All IT, Gloo by SNS Network, Harvey Norman, Lazada-Microsoft Authorised store, PC Image, Senheng, Shopee-Microsoft Authorised store and TMT by Thundermatch.
For those who purchased Surface Pro 8 during pre-order, authorized retailers will be giving away Surface Pro Signature Keyboard (worth RM699). Authorized retailers will also be giving away additional free gifts worth up to RM1,499 while stocks last. For more information, please visit the respective authorized retailer sites.
Additionally, Microsoft is collaborating with Gloo by SNS Network and Harvey Norman to offer a new Microsoft Concierge service in Low Yat Plaza and Pavilion Bukit Jalil 2 where shoppers can seek advice on the right Microsoft Surface and Windows devices to buy, receive assistance in setting up their new devices or upgrading them to Windows 11. Users will also be guided on how they can get the most out of their Windows and Microsoft Surface devices. Malaysians can now visit the new Microsoft Concierge at Harvey Norman Pavilion Bukit Jalil Lot 1.01.00 & 1.02.00, Level 1 Pavilion Bukit Jalil, 2, Persiaran Jalil 8, Bandar Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur & Gloo Low Yat (SNS Network) Lot G-008, Ground Floor, Plaza Low Yat, 7, Jalan 1/77, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia every Wednesday – Sunday, 11am-8pm.