Current Windows on ARM devices can emulate 32-bit Windows apps but fail for 圆4 apps crucial to businesses and professionals. The biggest news is Microsoft has announced support for 圆4 app emulation arriving in November (Windows Insider Program). The new Pro X still does not have Wi-Fi 6 and instead ships with the older Wi-Fi 5 despite Qualcomm bringing Wi-Fi 6 support to its Windows Compute Platform. Interestingly, while the processor is updated to SQ2, there is no support for 5G, which likely requires more significant reengineering due to the antenna requirements. Starts at $999 (opens in new tab) ($1,499 for SQ2)Īll of that is in addition to Surface Pro X already being the 'thinnest and most connected 2:1' Microsoft has shipped – thanks to the Qualcomm-powered processor with built-in 4G LTE Gigabit internet. The GPU for the new SQ2 model is also getting an upgrade from the previous Adreno 685 to a beefier Adreno 690.Ģx USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x nano SIM, 1x Surface Connect, Surface Keyboard connector And with dependable cellular connectivity enabled by the Snapdragon X24 LTE modem, the Surface Pro X joins the expanding portfolio of Always On, Always Connected PCs built on Snapdragon compute DNA, meaning your device can keep up with you. When added to the performance, efficiency, and connectivity users have come to expect from Snapdragon-enabled Windows PCs, the enhanced AI, camera, security, and audio experiences of the Surface Pro X address the growing demands and expectations of our current work environment. As a Secured-core PC, the Surface Pro X also delivers enterprise-grade security, leveraging our dedicated secure hardware, firmware, and software capabilities.

The new configuration of the Surface Pro X, powered by SQ2, continues to leverage the best features of Snapdragon compute, including intelligent camera experiences, like Microsoft's Eye Contact, powered by leading Qualcomm AI technology.

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