Microsoft has announced a new variant of Surface 3, powered by a quad-core Intel Atom x7 (Cherry Trail) processor, and features a 10.8-inch HD screen with a 3:2 aspect ratio.
The Microsoft Surface 3 runs on 64-bit Windows 8.1 OS, further upgradeable to the upcoming Windows 10. Microsoft says that it is the thinnest and lightest Surface the company has ever shipped. There will also be a 4G LTE variant is available, which comes with a built-in nano-SIM slot. Further, you will get a one-year subscription to Office 365.
The Microsoft Surface 3 supports Pen input, but you have to purchase the pen for $50 each in silver, blue, black, and red colors. You can also purchase Type Cover in various colors separately for $130 each, and the Docking Station is also available separately.
The Surface 3 houses an 8-megapixel rear camera and also a 3.5-megapixel front-facing camera. It is also offering a kickstand that supports three discrete settings. It measures 267 x 187 x 8.7 mm and weighs 622gms.
Microsoft Surface 3 specifications
- 10.8-inch ClearType Full HD Display with Pen input
- 1920 x 1280 pixels resolution
- Quad-core Intel Atom x7-Z8700 processor (up to 2.4 GHz)
- 2GB RAM with 64 GB ROM / 4GB RAM with 128 GB ROM + microSD reader
- Windows 8.1 OS, upgradable to Windows 10
- 8MP autofocus rear camera with 1080p video recording support
- 3.5MP front-facing camera with 1080p video recording support
- 8.7 mm thickness/weight of 622 gms
- Microphone, Stereo speakers with Dolby Audio-enhanced sound
- LTE (Optional), Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 4.0 LE, Full USB 3.0, Mini Display port, Micro USB charging port, GPS (LTE model only)
- The battery life of up to 10 hours with video playback
The Microsoft Surface 3 will be available at US $499 for the 2GB RAM with a 64GB storage variant, while 4GB RAM with 128GB storage will cost US $599. Surface 3 with LTE will cost you US $599 for the 2GB RAM with a 64GB storage version, and in the US $699, you will get 4GB RAM with a 128GB storage model. The device will be available through Microsoft Stores, microsoftstore.com, and selected retailers from May 5 and sell in 26 markets worldwide by May 7. The LTE variants will be ship by June 26th.