Hands-on with new Surface Laptop Ultra reveals MacBook Pro-like design from all angles
Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Laptop Ultra, a 15-inch high-performance laptop featuring an Nvidia RTX Spark chip and a design reminiscent of the MacBook Pro. The device is positioned as a premium, AI-focused flagship for the Surface lineup, though initial access for reviewers remains limited.
Why it matters
This launch represents Microsoft's direct attempt to compete with Apple's high-end laptop market share by integrating specialized AI hardware.
Matthew Moniz - edited The Surface Laptop Ultra. Microsoft’s newly unveiled Surface Laptop Ultra arrives as a high-performance, AI-focused challenger to the MacBook Pro. Featuring a 15-inch mini-LED display, a powerful new Nvidia "RTX Spark" chip, and a sophisticated design with a large haptic trackpad, the device signals a new flagship direction for the Surface lineup ahead of its fall 2026 launch. Martin Filipov , Published 06/02/2026 ... Computex Microsoft Laptop 4 Reviews exclude selected types exclude selected tags Microsoft has unveiled its updated MacBook Pro rival, called the Surface Laptop Ultra , at Computex 2026. However, for many regular people, actually seeing the new hardware has been a challenge due to the limited access for content creators and tech reviewers, who aren't allowed to test the laptop in detail. (Especially those who aren't attending Computex).
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