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Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Intel

Intel Iris Xe Graphics · Core i7-1265U · 16GB RAM · 13" PixelSense 120Hz touch
$1,499
C+
56/100 overall
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Intel is a 2-in-1 laptop built around the Core i7-1265U and Intel Iris Xe Graphics, paired with 16GB RAM and a 13" PixelSense 120Hz touch display. It weighs 1.94 lbs and is rated by the manufacturer for 16 hours of battery — independent reviews suggest ~10.4 hours of real-world use. For local AI workloads, 0 GB VRAM + 16 GB RAM means the system can runs ~8b llms locally. At $1,499, Laptop Index gives it an overall score of 56/100 (tier C+).

Specifications

BrandMicrosoft
Category2-in-1
GPUIntel Iris Xe Graphics
CPUCore i7-1265U
RAM16 GB
VRAM0 GB
Screen13" PixelSense 120Hz touch
Weight1.94 lbs
Battery (claimed)16 hrs
Battery (realistic)~10.4 hrs
Price (USD)$1,499

Laptop Index scores

Overall tierC+ · 56/100
GPU score9/100
CPU score58/100
AI / LLM capability~8B params
Local AI verdictRuns ~8B LLMs locally
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