Microsoft’s Surface Pro 8 predecessor on sale for $550 right now

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 8 launches tomorrow, making it the perfect time to pick up a Surface Pro 7.

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Most of Microsoft’s new Surface hardware lineup starts shipping tomorrow, October 5, 2021. TheSurface Pro 8,Surface Go 3, andSurface Laptop Studiowill all be available through several retailers. With the new hardware from Microsoft on the horizon, the previous generation of Surface hardware is now on sale. You can pick up a Surface Pro 7 for as low as $550 from Microsoft.

While the Surface Pro 8 improves upon its predecessor in several areas, theSurface Pro 7is still a good device. It earned a spot on our list of the best Windows 10 tablets and held that spot for months thanks to its sleek design and versatile form factor.

The Surface Pro 7 may be one generation old, but it’s still a solid 2-in-1 device. You can grab one now for a great price through the Microsoft Store.

The Surface Pro 7 is a 2-in-1 device that can be used as a tablet or a PC. You can generally get through an entire day with the Surface Pro 7’s battery, which can last up to 10.5 hours. It also features a USB-C port that makes it easy to attach accessories and dongles.

The current deal from Microsoft isn’t quite the best price we’ve seen for the Surface Pro 7, but it’s close. Last week Best Buy had a deal that brought the Surface Pro 7 to $500, though that deal has since ended. Note that the deal in the Microsoft Store doesn’t come with a Type Cover, so you’ll have to pick one up along with any otherSurface accessoriesyou’d like.

The Surface Pro 7 ships with Windows 10, but it will receive a free upgrade toWindows 11, which starts rolling out on October 5, 2021.

If you’re torn between Microsoft’s 2-in-1 devices, you can check out ourSurface Pro 8 vs. Surface Pro 7post.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.