Microsoft Surface Pro 4 & Type Cover Bundle (i5) -128GB
Create: Run the most demanding software at its best
Windows 10
Intel® Core™ i5-6300U Processor
Up to 9 hours battery life (they claim - more like 5 ha ha)
RAM: 4 GB
Usually this price for Core M3 processor so for the i5 good deal
Top comments
quidstretchy
21 Nov 1618#3
I voted hot so that people might think I can afford one
Serj
21 Nov 168#6
A few things to bear in mind for anyone on the fence...
I have the i7 model and it's mostly great but it is not a fantastic tablet.
If you are looking for a tablet experience, look elsewhere. Think of it more like a very slim laptop.
Windows 10 just isn't very good for general tablet use, normal windows 10 programs can be hit or miss. Generally, if its from the Windows app store then it will be fine, but there are very few apps available.
The battery life if more on par with an average laptop than what you might expect from a tablet. Realistically I get between 2 and 3 hours. Maybe 5 at a push if its in eco mode.
The screen is fantastic and gets retina burningly bright, the touch screen and stylus are brilliant too.
Kickstand is fantastic and very usable for lap browsing. Lap typing with the keyboard cover isn't great.
Overall, I'd say just make sure you know what you are getting. Its a windows laptop thats super sleek. You will not get the same experience that you would with an android tablet.
If you need to be able to use Windows programs, you couldn't do much better for a portable machine, but if you want to browse the web and play (mobile) games, look elsewhere.
infinione
21 Nov 164#7
It's often forgotten that the SP4 also has a microsd card slot tucked away under the kickstand, so you can easily expand local storage.
striker33
21 Nov 163#8
Don't listen to the haters re battery.
Simply limit the CPU to 99% and it will turn off turbo boost. Thus is the main source of battery drain, and it doubled my battery life for general usage.
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S c 0 TT y
21 Nov 16#1
It's gonna get HOT in here...
mcaf123 to S c 0 TT y
21 Nov 16#20
You still using your Surface 3 from my Very post last year?
nbgrobbo
21 Nov 163#2
Tempting, but may hold off until Friday to see if there is a great deal on 256/8gb version.........
Sp0oner to nbgrobbo
21 Nov 16#11
Me too or even better, deals on the i5/256gb Surface Books.
Heat for this deal though as best price by far.
quidstretchy
21 Nov 1618#3
I voted hot so that people might think I can afford one
Magic8Ball
21 Nov 16#4
These are superb machines, so you can't go wrong if you can afford one. I've had mine a year (8GB/256GB) and I'm still amazed at how versatile it is.
I won't go into details now, apart from to say that 128GB might not be an issue if you keep all your files on OneDrive like I do. My local files (eg movies) are just on there temporarily. However, 8GB is more useful, especially with lots of chrome tabs open, so worth considering.
evilpaul
21 Nov 161#5
This deal doesn't include the Surface pen which may be important to some people.
jisongkun to evilpaul
21 Nov 16#9
Are you sure? Cuz is far as I know, NO SURFACE will come without the pen.
Serj
21 Nov 168#6
A few things to bear in mind for anyone on the fence...
I have the i7 model and it's mostly great but it is not a fantastic tablet.
If you are looking for a tablet experience, look elsewhere. Think of it more like a very slim laptop.
Windows 10 just isn't very good for general tablet use, normal windows 10 programs can be hit or miss. Generally, if its from the Windows app store then it will be fine, but there are very few apps available.
The battery life if more on par with an average laptop than what you might expect from a tablet. Realistically I get between 2 and 3 hours. Maybe 5 at a push if its in eco mode.
The screen is fantastic and gets retina burningly bright, the touch screen and stylus are brilliant too.
Kickstand is fantastic and very usable for lap browsing. Lap typing with the keyboard cover isn't great.
Overall, I'd say just make sure you know what you are getting. Its a windows laptop thats super sleek. You will not get the same experience that you would with an android tablet.
If you need to be able to use Windows programs, you couldn't do much better for a portable machine, but if you want to browse the web and play (mobile) games, look elsewhere.
misterjohn to Serj
21 Nov 16#19
Absolutely agree!
I have the Surface Pro 3 with i7, 8Gb RAM, 256G SSD. It's a beautiful machine, well-built, with a lovely rich screen.
BUT it doesn't give a great tablet experience.
The problem is Windows. Windows requires an accurate navigation tool to pick up the small icons and dialogue boxes - a tool such as a mouse or trackpad (to some extent, the included stylus). Our fingers are not sharp or pointed enough.
So.... for many things, swiping with the finger is adequate (browsing the excellent news sites, etc). But more detailed work, you're going to need mechanical/electronic support...
As Serj says, understand what you're getting..... and you won't be unduly disappointed.
infinione
21 Nov 164#7
It's often forgotten that the SP4 also has a microsd card slot tucked away under the kickstand, so you can easily expand local storage.
striker33
21 Nov 163#8
Don't listen to the haters re battery.
Simply limit the CPU to 99% and it will turn off turbo boost. Thus is the main source of battery drain, and it doubled my battery life for general usage.
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Opening post
Create: Run the most demanding software at its best
Windows 10
Intel® Core™ i5-6300U Processor
Up to 9 hours battery life (they claim - more like 5 ha ha)
RAM: 4 GB
Usually this price for Core M3 processor so for the i5 good deal
Top comments
I have the i7 model and it's mostly great but it is not a fantastic tablet.
If you are looking for a tablet experience, look elsewhere. Think of it more like a very slim laptop.
Windows 10 just isn't very good for general tablet use, normal windows 10 programs can be hit or miss. Generally, if its from the Windows app store then it will be fine, but there are very few apps available.
The battery life if more on par with an average laptop than what you might expect from a tablet. Realistically I get between 2 and 3 hours. Maybe 5 at a push if its in eco mode.
The screen is fantastic and gets retina burningly bright, the touch screen and stylus are brilliant too.
Kickstand is fantastic and very usable for lap browsing. Lap typing with the keyboard cover isn't great.
Overall, I'd say just make sure you know what you are getting. Its a windows laptop thats super sleek. You will not get the same experience that you would with an android tablet.
If you need to be able to use Windows programs, you couldn't do much better for a portable machine, but if you want to browse the web and play (mobile) games, look elsewhere.
Simply limit the CPU to 99% and it will turn off turbo boost. Thus is the main source of battery drain, and it doubled my battery life for general usage.
All comments (125)
Heat for this deal though as best price by far.
I won't go into details now, apart from to say that 128GB might not be an issue if you keep all your files on OneDrive like I do. My local files (eg movies) are just on there temporarily. However, 8GB is more useful, especially with lots of chrome tabs open, so worth considering.
I have the i7 model and it's mostly great but it is not a fantastic tablet.
If you are looking for a tablet experience, look elsewhere. Think of it more like a very slim laptop.
Windows 10 just isn't very good for general tablet use, normal windows 10 programs can be hit or miss. Generally, if its from the Windows app store then it will be fine, but there are very few apps available.
The battery life if more on par with an average laptop than what you might expect from a tablet. Realistically I get between 2 and 3 hours. Maybe 5 at a push if its in eco mode.
The screen is fantastic and gets retina burningly bright, the touch screen and stylus are brilliant too.
Kickstand is fantastic and very usable for lap browsing. Lap typing with the keyboard cover isn't great.
Overall, I'd say just make sure you know what you are getting. Its a windows laptop thats super sleek. You will not get the same experience that you would with an android tablet.
If you need to be able to use Windows programs, you couldn't do much better for a portable machine, but if you want to browse the web and play (mobile) games, look elsewhere.
I have the Surface Pro 3 with i7, 8Gb RAM, 256G SSD. It's a beautiful machine, well-built, with a lovely rich screen.
BUT it doesn't give a great tablet experience.
The problem is Windows. Windows requires an accurate navigation tool to pick up the small icons and dialogue boxes - a tool such as a mouse or trackpad (to some extent, the included stylus). Our fingers are not sharp or pointed enough.
So.... for many things, swiping with the finger is adequate (browsing the excellent news sites, etc). But more detailed work, you're going to need mechanical/electronic support...
As Serj says, understand what you're getting..... and you won't be unduly disappointed.
Simply limit the CPU to 99% and it will turn off turbo boost. Thus is the main source of battery drain, and it doubled my battery life for general usage.