The Surface Pro 3 is built on the 4th generation Intel Core processor with TPM chip for enterprise security. Microsoft claims the Surface Pro 3 is capable of up to 9 hours of web browsing. Because the touch screen digitizer and the pen digitizer are combined into a single layer, the screen is physically thinner than that of its predecessors, which improves viewing angle.Īlthough the Surface Pro 3 has a larger screen than its predecessor, it is both thinner and lighter, weighing 100 grams (0.22 lb) less. The screen has a 3:2 aspect ratio which Microsoft claims allow the device to be used more comfortably in the portrait orientation. The Surface Pro 3 features a larger 12 inches (30 cm) (screen display area 25.4 cm x 16.9 cm) display over its predecessor. The kickstand has a high resistance which provides firmness and prevents accidental sliding.

It comes with an improved kickstand, allowing the device to be set at any angle between 22 and 150 degrees.

The charging port is magnetized and connects securely to the charger. The Surface Pro 3 has a body made of magnesium alloy giving a gray matted finish to the back of the device. On October 6, 2015, Microsoft released its successor, the Surface Pro 4 with a bigger screen with a higher resolution and reduced bezels, faster CPU options, a thinner body and improved cooling system. The Surface Pro 3 was launched in 25 additional markets on August 28. and Canada, with the Intel Core i3 and Intel Core i7 models released on August 1, 2014. The Surface Pro 3 was announced on May 20, 2014, at a New York City event, pre-orders were opened on May 21, 2014, and the first models were released on Jin the U.S. The Surface Pro 3 (like the preceding Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2), with its 圆4 Intel CPU and Windows 8 OS, is a full-fledged PC that competes against Ultrabooks (particularly those convertible laptops with touchscreens for a tablet functionality, flexible hinges, detachable keyboards, or sliders) and other high-end sub notebooks such as the MacBook Air. The older, original Surface and Surface 2, with their ARM-based processors and Windows RT operating system, are pitched against the iPad and other tablets. Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.0, USB 3.0, Mini DisplayPort, 3.5 mm audio socket, Cover port, Charging portīuilt-in rechargeable 42 W⋅h (150 kJ) lithium-ion batteryģ6 W proprietary external power supply with integrated USB charging port On the Surface Pro Type Cover (sold separately)

Sold Separately: type cover, mouse, stylus pen 12.0 inches (30 cm) 2160x1440 (216 ppi) eDP ClearType HD screen with 3:2 aspect ratioīuilt in: touchscreen, ambient light sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer

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