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However, while it has a higher pixel density, we can’t imagine the difference being noticeable across the two laptops in everyday use.
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Both the Surface Pro and the MacBook Pro feature high-resolution displays, although Microsoft’s offering boasts a slightly higher resolution at 2736 x 1824 compared to the MacBook Pro’s 2560 x 1600.ĭue to the lower resolution and larger display size of the MacBook Pro, the Surface Pro offers a higher pixel density at 276ppi compared to 227ppi of the 13in MacBook Pro. Moving beyond the design and build of the two laptops, let’s compare the features and spec of each. Microsoft’s Surface Pro, on the other hand, features a full-size USB 3.0 port along with not only a headphone jack but the Surface Connect port (for attaching the keyboard), a MicroSDXC card reader and a Mini DisplayPort. This means that those who rely on external USB-powered accessories will have to buy a USB-C adaptor (if it isn’t USB-C enabled) or adopt a wireless way of life.

The real issue is when it comes to ports: Apple’s 2017 MacBook Pro boasts two (or four) Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports along with a headphone jack.
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So, if you’re watching a movie using QuickTime, you’ll be presented with media controls while if you’re using Photoshop, you’ll get access to relevant shortcut keys.īeyond the introduction of the Touch Bar in the late-2016 MacBook Pro, 2017’s MacBook Pro is a fairly conventional laptop with the same aluminium unibody we all know and love, along with a large trackpad and a keyboard that utilises Apple’s new shallow-actuation key design that provides low-effort typing.

Speaking of the MacBook Pro, how does it compare in the design department? Despite being the thicker and heavier of the two devices, Apple’s 2017 MacBook Pro has a trick up its sleeve: the Touch Bar.įirst introduced in late-2016, the Touch Bar is a touch-enabled OLED strip that sits across the top of the MacBook Pro keyboard, replacing the traditional function keys with app-based contextual controls. While the MacBook Pro is still regarded as a thin and lightweight laptop, it’s a real achievement for Microsoft. Why? The Surface Pro is a rather impressive 8.5mm thick and weighs only 768g, making it both thinner and lighter than the 14.9mm, 1.37kg 13in MacBook Pro. While some will be happy with the 12.3in display, most users tend to opt for something larger, around 13-15in.īeyond the display, the Surface Pro is a sleek and attractive 2-in-1 that’ll look great in any environment. This means that unlike the MacBook Pro, the Surface Pro is only available in a single (relatively small) screen size: 12.3in, putting it more in line with Apple’s standard 12in MacBook. After all, the 12.9in iPad Pro is one of the biggest tablets on the market and is regarded as too big for a number of tasks. However, there is a drawback to being a tablet AND a laptop, and that’s screen size.
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For those unaware, the Surface Pro sports a design that allows it to be used like a tablet, or attached to a keyboard (sold separately) that transforms it into a portable – and powerful – laptop. The Surface Pro is a slick piece of technology that features the same hybrid design that has made the Surface line so popular in the past. The MacBook Pro is available to buy from the Apple Store, while Microsoft’s Surface Pro is available to buy from the Microsoft Store. It’s slightly difficult to compare directly as each have multiple configurations, so instead we’ve decided to lay out each below. UK pricing and availabilityīefore we get into the nitty-gritty of which is best, let’s first look at the pricing and availability of the Surface Pro and MacBook Pro.

Interested in how the Surface Pro compares to the previous generation? Take a look at our Surface Pro 4 vs Surface Pro comparison review.

Here, we compare the design, features and spec of both the Surface Pro and MacBook Pro to help you decide which is best for you. Both have been recently released and include high-end specs – so which is more deserving of your hard-earned cash? If you’re on the market for a new laptop at the moment, there are probably two main contenders in your mind: Microsoft’s Surface Pro and Apple’s MacBook Pro. Surface Pro vs MacBook Pro (2017) Surface Pro vs MacBook Pro (2017)
