According to reports, Microsoft’s forthcoming Surface lineup is set to include a next-generation Neural Processing Unit (NPU)
The upcoming Microsoft Surface lineup is anticipated to showcase a next-generation Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and will be offered in variants supporting both Intel and ARM architectures.
Microsoft is gearing up to add new AI-powered features to its upcoming Surface PC lineup. Codenamed CADMUS, the new machines might be powered by a next-generation neural processing unit and come in both Intel and ARM variants.
According to a report by Windows Central’s Zac Bowden citing unnamed sources, the Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 will have Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon X chips whereas the Intel-powered variants will be powered by the company’s 14th Gen processors.
The new NPU chips will help these upcoming PCs run the AI features Microsoft will include in the next major Windows version the company is working on. It is said that the hardware will also bring significant improvements in areas like battery life, security and battery life, bringing it in line with Apple silicon.
The report provides insights into the Surface Laptop 6, which is expected to feature an increased screen size from 13.5 inches to 13.8 inches. It will adopt a rounded display with thinner bezels, similar to the Surface Pro 10, and may include a touchpad with haptic feedback and a dedicated button for Microsoft Copilot, the company’s AI-powered chatbot.
In terms of connectivity, the Surface Laptop 6 is speculated to offer a USB-A port, two USB-C ports, and a Surface Connect port for charging. Regarding the Surface Pro 10, it is expected to maintain a pricing strategy similar to its predecessor and could be announced in the spring of 2024. Microsoft’s future plans include a redesigned Surface Pro and a Surface Laptop Studio, both slated for release in 2025.
