Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Core i5-1035G4
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Secondary Camera: 8 MPix
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Average of 20 scores (from 27 reviews)
Reviews for the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Core i5-1035G4
The Surface Pro 7 doesn't bring enough to the table to warrant a whole digit upgrade over the Surface Pro 6. Unless if you really value the integrated USB Type-C port or Iris Plus graphics update, last year's model will suffice.
Source: Techradar
We expected a bit more in advancements from the seventh Surface Pro tablet. USB-C is nice, but for a device at this price, it should have Thunderbolt 3. Plus, the display bezels are awfully thick for a tablet in 2019. The Surface Pro 7 isn’t big enough of a leap over the Pro 6 for us to recommend it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/25/2024
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tom's Guide
Archive.org versionThe Microsoft Surface Pro 7 delivers big on performance and display quality, complete with a responsive screen for note-taking and drawing and a convertible design that really shines with the excellent Type Cover keyboard. The introduction of USB-C is a much-needed change, and the Pro 7's design remains as travel-friendly as ever.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tom's Guide
Archive.org versionThe Microsoft Surface Pro 7 delivers big on performance and display quality, complete with a responsive screen for note-taking and drawing and a convertible design that really shines with the excellent Type Cover keyboard. The introduction of USB-C is a much-needed change, and the Pro 7's design remains as travel-friendly as ever.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Mobile Syrup
Archive.org versionThat said, few other manufacturers match the solid build quality, excellent design and fantastic keyboards available on from Microsoft’s Surface line. If you’re a Surface diehard, these devices are great — issues aside. Those who want the most for their dollar should look elsewhere.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/24/2020
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionMicrosoft Surface Pro 7’s touchscreen display has an IPS panel with comfortable viewing angles, pretty high maximum brightness, good contrast levels, and adequate default settings. In addition to that, its backlight doesn’t use aggressive PWM for brightness adjustment. However, one of the biggest advantages it has is the wide color coverage and color accuracy. It is especially improved by our Gaming and Web design profile. Web designers and content creators will love it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/22/2020
Source: Hot Hardware
Archive.org versionOn the other hand, the Surface Pro 7 at the same price is a speedy little 2-in-1 convertible, especially if you can live with 128 GB of storage. At $899 the Core i5 with 8 GB of memory and 128 GB of storage is extremely reasonable. The upcharge for more storage is more palatable when the performance is excellent like it is here. We really liked the Surface Pro 7's mix of looks, great display, light weight, and nice performance, so we're happy to give it our Recommended award.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/15/2020
Source: Neowin
Archive.org versionThe Pro 7 starts at $749, and that will get you a Core i3-1005G1, 4GB RAM, and a 128GB SSD. I wouldn't get that one, since the Core i3-1005G1 is a dual-core chip without Iris Plus Graphics. I'd recommend going for at least the model that Microsoft sent me, with a Core i5, 8GB RAM, and a 256GB SSD. It's actually $200 off right now for $999. You can check it out here.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/29/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionWe expected a bit more in advancements from the seventh Surface Pro tablet. USB-C is nice, but for a device at this price, its should be Thunderbolt 3. Plus, the display bezels are awfully thick for a tablet in 2019. The Surface Pro 7 isn’t big enough of a leap over the Pro 6 for us to recommend it to either upgraders or folks just getting into Microsoft’s tablet.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/23/2019
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionThe Surface Pro 7 is another solid iteration of Microsoft's flagship Windows-tablet 2-in-1, elevated this time by worthy upgrades in the form of a USB-C port and peppy Ice Lake CPUs.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/18/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Trusted Reviews
Archive.org versionThe Microsoft Surface Pro 7 feels more like a Surface Pro 6.5 than an actual new product. The only significant changes are the addition of a USB-C input and a move to Intel’s newer 10th-gen family of laptop CPUs. However, it remains a solid convertible and great choice for those looking for a flexible machine that works equally well as an office laptop as it does as a personal tablet.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/08/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionWe expected a bit more in advancements from the seventh Surface Pro tablet. USB-C is nice, but for a device at this price, its should be Thunderbolt 3. Plus, the display bezels are awfully thick for a tablet in 2019. The Surface Pro 7 isn’t big enough of a leap over the Pro 6 for us to recommend it to either upgraders or folks just getting into Microsoft’s tablet.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/08/2019
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tom's Guide
Archive.org versionThe Surface Pro 7 delivers big on performance and display quality, complete with a responsive screen for note-taking and drawing and a convertible design that really shines with the excellent Type Cover keyboard. The introduction of USB-C is a much-needed change, and the Pro 7's design remains as travel-friendly as ever.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/07/2019
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionMicrosoft's convertible remains the best option on the market for those who want the portability of a tablet combined with the convenience of a laptop. But the Surface Pro 7 does little to move the needle. The few new things it brings to the table -- USB-C and 10th Gen processors -- are certainly welcome but not enough to make the Surface Pro 7 a required upgrade if you already own the Surface Pro 6.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/25/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Foreign Reviews
Source: WinFuture
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/22/2019
Source: WinFuture
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/21/2019
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tablet Blog
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/20/2019
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Xataka
ES→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/29/2019
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 90% display: 93% mobility: 75% workmanship: 93% ergonomy: 88%
Source: Ofertaman
ES→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Good price; powerful processor; high performance; premium design; USB-C; long battery life; silent system. Negative: No accessories; only 128GB SSD; weak connectivity; relatively heavy.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/10/2020
Source: Everyeye.it
IT→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/04/2020
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: HDblog.it
IT→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/24/2019
Rating: Total score: 81%
Source: Computer Totaal
NL→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/11/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: PCM
NL→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/05/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: CNet France
FR→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/04/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tabletowo
PL→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/17/2019
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Komputerswiat
PL→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Slim size; light weight; excellent display; good cooling and silent system. Negative: Only 256GB ROM; high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/14/2019
Source: Zive
CZ→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Nice design; solid workmanship; good display; decent performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/21/2019
Source: Zive
CZ→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Nice design; solid workmanship; good display; decent performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/21/2019
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Series:
Microsoft Surface Pro (2017) is the fifth generation in the Surface Pro family. The Surface Pro is solid as a rock and exudes a sense of futuristic quality. It’s also well-designed, with a look and feels that, while minimally changed from the Surface Pro 4, is still an improvement. The corners are more rounded, and the exhaust vents along the edges are less pronounced. There aren’t many moving parts in the Surface Pro itself. The power and volume buttons along the top are easy to find by feel, and have a crisp action, while the kickstand is smooth and reliably holds the tablet at chosen angle. It now opens up to 165 degrees, an increase from the Surface Pro 4, which opened 150 degrees. Fully flexed, the kickstand can turn Surface Pro into a nearly-flat slate. If a user decides to flip into tablet mode for a moment and fold back the Type Cover, the keyboard will turn off when the cover is tucked back. It can even switch Windows 10 into tablet mode if desired. It attaches to the tablet with strong magnets and connects via a physical port, meaning there’s zero lag when typing. The Surface Pro sports two front-firing speakers on each side of the display. There are small cutouts in the glass to let the sound through, and the design provides impressive sound for a tablet. Music is great, with surprising range, and there’s even a hint of bass. The speakers also get surprisingly loud and can fill a decent sized room without distorting.
The Surface Pro features up to a seventh-generation Intel Core i7, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. It is seen that the Surface Pro offers a cutting-edge CPU, solid RAM and SSD options, and full support for all of Microsoft’s most innovative Windows 10 technologies. All that will keep the machine relevant for years to come. The Surface Pro is refreshingly light on bloatware. While it’s stocked with the usual Microsoft Windows 10 apps and a handful of casual games, it’s otherwise unencumbered with junk software. The Surface utility is also a nice app that offers the ability to configure the Surface Pen and get some useful information about your machine. Microsoft is using a 45-watt-hour battery in the Surface Pro, which is an increase from the 38 watt-hour battery that was packed into the Surface Pro 4. The Surface Pro also uses more efficient seventh-generation Intel Core processors. Taken together, the new model offers improved battery life over its predecessor. The Surface Pro is eminently portable, at 0.33 inches thick and 1.73 pounds. Even with the Signature Type Cover attached, the machine is easy to carry around and slip into a bag. It might not be quite as thin and light as the iPad Pro, but it’s also a much more powerful machine that can run real PC applications. The Surface Pro bring a whole new meaning to the word tablet. It is a iPad like device but is actually a real computer.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU): Integrated graphics card in Intel Ice-Lake G4 SoCs based on the new Gen. 11 architecture with 48 of the 64 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model ranging from 300 MHz base to 1050 - 1100 MHz boost. The Ice-Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm+ process at Intel produced.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
i5-1035G4: A low-power, Ice Lake family processor (SoC) featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, 6 MB of L3 cache and the Iris Plus G4 (48 EUs) iGPU. This Core i5 saw the light of day in H2 2019; it is designed for use in highly portable consumer laptops. The CPU cores run at 1.1 GHz to 3.7 GHz. The Sunny Cove microarchitecture that is in use here is notable for several improvements over Skylake including support for new technologies, new instruction sets and fast LPDDR4-3733 RAM. There is no PCIe 4 support here, however.» 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.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.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).
76.87%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
