Microsoft Surface Laptop 5G: a completely updated business laptop on the Copilot+ platform

By: Viktor Tsyrfa | 23.07.2025, 16:35

Microsoft will release a laptop on Core Ultra 2th Gen with 5G support. It is expected to be launched on 26 August 2025. Microsoft plans to distribute the laptop through corporate customers, but it is not yet known whether it will be available for retail sale.

Main specifications

  • Processor: Intel Core Ultra Series 2 - the base model is based on Core Ultra 5, the top model is based on Core Ultra 7. The built-in NPU (~40+ TOPS) provides Copilot+ AI functions right on the device.
  • Display: 13.8-inch touchscreen, 2304 x 1536 dots, 120Hz, HDR, Dolby Vision IQ
  • Memory: 16 GB or 32 GB LPDDR5x RAM. Removable PCIe Gen 4 SSD: 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB (teamcomputers.com, TechEBlog)
  • Network: Full 5G support: nanoSIM + eSIM. The latest system with 6 antennas, adaptive switching between them to ensure a stable connection depending on the position of the device in space. GNSS (L1, GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NAVIC)
  • Camera: Full HD with support for AI effects
  • Sound: optimised AI, Omnisonic speakers, Dolby Atmos support
  • Design: 13.8-inch thin body similar to Surface Laptop 7. Weight ~1.34 kg (2.96 lb), thickness ~17.5 mm. Available in Platinum Silver colour.
  • Battery life: Up to 22 hours when watching videos, about 14 hours of active web surfing (15-inch version).
  • Additional features: 2 USB-C with Thunderbolt 4, 1 USB-A, Surface Connect, 3.5mm audio jack, large touchpad with haptic feedback.
  • Security: Windows 11, Microsoft Pluton technology, support for NFC keys, Smart Card login.

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Prices for business customers

  • Configuration with Core Ultra 5, 16 GB/256 GB - ≈ $1,799.99
  • Configuration with Core Ultra 7, 32 GB/1 TB - ≈ $2,699

For comparison, the base configuration of Surface Laptop 7 without 5G starts at $1,499.

Bottom line.

The Surface Laptop 5G looks like a balanced modern laptop with Copilot+, built-in 5G, and a premium build. It's ideal for the corporate sector that values mobility, security, and the smart features of Windows 11.