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Lance Ulanoff
TechRadar
“With its bigger screen, nested and slim pencil, and day‑beating battery life, the Surface Pro 9 5G moves Microsoft's Surface line in the right direction, but the custom ARM chip brings with it a host of hiccups.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Long Battery Life
- 5G Connectivity
- Excellent design and build quality
- Large responsive screen
- Surface Pro Signature Keyboard Cover and Slim Pen 2 are perfect companions
- 13‑inch 120 Hz Display
Points of Contention
- Limited App Compatibility
- No Headphone Jack
- Expensive compared to other 2‑in‑1 options
- Performance Limits
- Confusing Model Differences
Professional Reviews
4 reviews from 4 critics80
Mark Hachman
PCWorld
“If you’re in the market for an always‑connected Windows tablet for office work, we’d recommend you take a look at the Surface Pro 9 (5G).”
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Andrew E. Freedman
Tom's Hardware
The Surface Pro 9 with SQ3 offers excellent battery life, a vivid 120Hz display, and strong audio, but its ARM processor results in slower USB speeds and occasional app compatibility issues. It is a solid choice for casual users needing 5G, though power users are better served by the Intel model.
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Matthew Buzzi
PCMag
“More than before, you need to be careful when deciding whether the Surface Pro 9 is the right pick for you.”
