Surface Laptop Ultra review: The closest Windows has ever had to a MacBook Pro
Microsoft has released the Surface Laptop Ultra, a high-end workstation designed to compete directly with the MacBook Pro. It features a new silicon platform, a Mini LED display, and a focus on professional-grade performance.
Why it matters
This launch represents a significant shift in Microsoft's hardware strategy, aiming to capture the professional creator market traditionally dominated by Apple.
Surface Laptop Ultra is Microsoft's most powerful PC it's ever shipped, debuting with a new silicon platform, first-gen Mini LED screen, and one of the best trackpads I've ever used. But with just okay battery life, a less than class leading display panel, and a high price tag to boot, this isn't the laptop for everybody.
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Jump To: Price & Availability Design & Ports Display & Features Keyboard & Trackpad Camera & Audio Performance & Battery Conclusion Microsoft is finally ready to take on the MacBook Pro with the new Surface Laptop Ultra. From pricing to specs and design, Surface Laptop Ultra was inspired by MacBook Pro, and that's not necessarily a bad thing.
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