Microsoft Surface Pro 4, Core m3

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Reviews for the Microsoft Surface Pro 4, Core m3

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 review – A Windows tablet worth its weight
Source: Tab Times Archive.org version
With various iOS and Android tablets, ChromeOS, Windows and Linux powered laptops at my disposal, the Surface Pro 4 was the one device I opted to take with me on a trip to Japan this fall. In considering usability, weight, battery life and all else I would need to not only play, but work a little, including clear my camera’s microSD card each day, Microsoft’s tablet was my choice, and I did not regret it at all. I could have used greater battery life a couple days processing photos, but in the end, I was easily able to get by with this one machine for a week.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/16/2016

80% Replaces your laptop but at a high price
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
There is a great deal to like and rave about the Surface Pro 4. The design is thinner and lighter for starters. The screen is awesome, there's plenty of power available, the new Surface Pen is better and the Type Cover is a vast improvement on the last one. However, the design is inherently awkward at times, it's more expensive that a lot of laptops and the Type Cover, which you'll pretty much need, isn't included lowering the value.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/14/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 90% workmanship: 90%

95% Microsoft Surface Pro 4 review
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Has Microsoft at last crafted a tablet that can reasonably, without considerable compromise, replace your laptop? Short of going back to the drawing board on the battery, this looks as close as it's going to get.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2015
Rating: Total score: 95%

Initial thoughts and benchmarks for the (fanless) Core m3 model
Source: Gizmag Archive.org version
We'll have much more on the Surface Pro 4 in our full review, including battery life tests and impressions. So far we're pleasantly surprised with this entry-level model: if a slightly lighter and silent PC appeals to you, and your workflow isn't significantly more intense than the one we described here, you may be better off with this model than you expected.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/30/2015

Foreign Reviews

90% Angetestet: Das Surface Pro 4 Von Microsoft
Source: Cyberbloc DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 90%

Review: Surface Pro 4. Primer contacto
Source: Hispazone ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; compact size and light weight. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/04/2015

Test : la Microsoft Surface Pro 4 tient sous rang sauf en autonomie
Source: Les Androides FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; comfortable keyboard; decent hardware. Negative: Low autonomy; mediocre fan.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/22/2016

Promocyjne zestawy Microsoft Surface Pro 4 - odbierz monitor, konsolę lub kamerkę
Source: Benchmark.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; high performance; compact size; great built quality.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/25/2016

Comment

Model: The Microsoft Surface Pro 4 continues the 2-in-1 design of the Surface Pro series. The base model comes with a Core m3 processor. Its great performance is due to Intel 6th generation Skylake CPUs, dual band Marvell Avastar WiFi 802.11 ac and Bluetooth 4.0. This tablet is slimmer and bigger compared to the previous model and runs Windows 10 Pro. The 12.3 inch display with a resolutions of 2734 x 1824 and IPS technology boosts the pleasure of watching movie, playing games or viewing photos.

In view of accessories, there is a better backlit Surface Pro 4 Type Cover, which is sold separately, available. The user can either choose the standard or the special version with fingerprint scanner. The glass trackpad is wider and works reliably. Even the Surface pen has been vastly improved. It can be hold like a pencil and hang onto the tablet side conveniently. Despite average battery life, this classical hybrid tablet works brilliantly with its refined cooling system, brighter display, beautiful kickstand and improved stereo speakers. The Core m3 model has no fan and is definitely suitable for those who prefer silence.

Series:

Both the Microsoft Surface RT and the Surface Pro never really made it big and couldn't compete with its Android and iOs counterparts. A large reason for its low sales figures was due to the unpopularity of the tablet-notebook hybrid category itself. However it is important to note that the Surface Pro 2 is actually a full blown laptop acting as a hybrid. For a start, it comes with Windows 8.1 backed up with an Intel Core i5-4300U ultrabook class processor, 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB SSD. It looks and has the same dimensions as the first version making both their accessories compatible with each other. However, there's also the new optional Type Cover 2 which adds backlighting but is on the heavy side and is rather pricey.

The good thing about the surface is of course its ultra portability and undeniable performance. With its specs, it will quite likely outperform many other ultraportable laptops and hybrids. Also not to forget is the fact that it comes preinstalled with Windows 8.1 and has all the necessary built-in ports making it an actual laptop and not just a replacement. The primary I/O, the FHD screen is also accompanied with an included active stylus. The downside to all this is definitely the asking price for the tablet and detachable keyboard combination. There may be some serious competitors giving almost if not the same kind of specs for a lower price. Its kickstand, although improved, is still a letdown as it doesn't conveniently sit on a lap despite being a laptop. All in all, the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is worthy laptop if budget is not an issue.

Intel HD Graphics 515: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on Core-m-CPUs of the Skylake generation (4,5 W TDP).

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

6Y30: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 515 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

12.30":

This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.

The same applies to tablets in this size range.

Microsoft:

Microsoft smartphones and tablets have been tested since 2012. There are many reviews with average ratings. The reader's interest is quite given, but the market share is not big enough for the Top 5 smartphone manufacturers (as of 2016).

88.2%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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