Surface Pro (5th Gen)
Ultra-light and versatile, now available with LTE Advanced2
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Getting online with the LTE Surface Pro (5th Gen) is so easy that I never had to think about it.
- Daniel Seifert | June 3, 2018 -
Pairing 4G with some of the best hardware on the market could make this a game-changer for professionals who need to take their internet-based work on the go.
- Matt Buzzi | PCMag | March 6, 2018
Laptop Mode
Transform Surface Pro (5th Gen) into Laptop Mode by opening the built-in Kickstand and adding our new Surface Pro Signature Type Cover,1 featuring luxurious Alcantara® material and an exceptionally responsive, full keyboard experience.
Studio Mode
Lower the Kickstand — now featuring a deeper, next-generation hinge — to place Surface Pro (5th Gen) in Studio Mode for the perfect writing and drawing angle with the new Surface Pen.1
Tablet Mode
Close the Kickstand, and remove or fold Surface Pro Signature Type Cover1 back for a powerful, stand-alone Intel® tablet.
Hassle-free connectivity
Stay online wherever you are with Surface Pro (5th Gen), now available with LTE Advanced.2 Simply buy, activate, and insert a removable SIM card from your mobile provider or a Microsoft Store. You can also buy data from select carriers for the embedded SIM.2
Uncompromising mobility
Create, study, work, and play virtually anywhere. Better than ever, ultra-light Surface Pro (5th Gen) gives you total mobile productivity, all-day battery life,3 plus a softer, ultra-portable design with rounded edges.
The ultimate in mobile productivity
Take a closer look at how the ultra-light Surface Pro (5th Gen) is the ultimate laptop for running powerful apps in Office, inking in Windows and more, all while on the go.
Exceptional power and performance
Surface Pro (5th Gen) delivers even more speed and performance thanks to a powerful Intel® CoreTM processor — with up to 50% more battery life3 than Surface Pro 4 and 2.5x more performance than Surface Pro 3.
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A vibrant display that inspires creativity
Watch your ideas come to life in brilliant color and razor-sharp resolution on the 12.3” PixelSenseTM Display with a stunning screen that responds to the new Surface Pen1 and touch.
Whisper quiet
Surface Pro m3 and i5 models feature a new fanless cooling system, plus improved hybrid cooling on the i7 model, so you can work or stream your favorite shows in peace.6
The best of Microsoft at your fingertips
Surface Pro (5th Gen) is designed for the full Windows 10 and Office1 experience, including Windows Ink and 3D effects. Get productive with easy file syncing to your phone, quick access to your people, and built-in comprehensive security.
Best-in-class support
When you buy a Surface from the Microsoft Store, you get:
60-day return policy – no questions asked.
90 days of free technical phone support.
12 months in-store support and technical assistance.
1 free training session to transfer data and optimize performance.
New Surface Pro 6 is now available
Get productive your way, all day — now more powerful than ever with the latest 8th Gen Intel® Core™ processor for faster, smoother multitasking.
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New Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced FAQ
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced. For additional help, visit your local Microsoft Store. See store locations >
What is LTE?
LTE stands for Long Term Evolution and is a 4G wireless broadband standard. It's the fastest wireless network for smart devices available. Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced can reach 4G speeds based on carrier and coverage areas.
Do all Surface Pro (5th Gen) devices support LTE?
No, only the Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced, Intel Core i5/256GB SSD/8GB RAM model supports LTE connectivity.
Which carriers support LTE?
Most major carriers support LTE and provide physical SIM cards. Surface Pro (5thGen) with LTE Advanced also has an option to use embedded SIM card (eSIM). Even without Internet connectivity, eSIM gives you pre-loaded access to the Ubigi portal to quickly sign up and purchase a prepaid data plan for single-day or monthly, domestic or international use.9
What SIM card do I need for my device, and where do I get it?
You can purchase a Nano SIM card through your mobile operator. Or, you can use the embedded SIM (eSIM) that comes built into Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced.
What's the difference between Nano SIM and eSIM?
A Nano SIM is a small physical card that fits into your device identifies what type of plan it's using based on a profile. An embedded SIM (eSIM) is embedded on your device's motherboard or part of the processor—there's nothing to insert and nothing to remove.
How do I connect my device once the SIM is ready?
Select the "Network" icon on the lower right of the taskbar, and then select the cellular network in the list. If the "Let Windows manage this connection" checkbox is cleared, select "Connect". If the checkbox is selected, you'll get connected to cellular data automatically when you're not connected to another type of network, such as Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
I'd like to use eSIM. How does it work?
If you don't have a specific LTE carrier, or don't plan on using your existing Nano SIM, you can select the eSIM provided with your Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced.
How do I know if I'm getting LTE?
Your device will display a banner at the top of the screen to notify you of your network coverage. A network indicator will be displayed based on network coverage and device type, and switches between Wi-Fi and LTE networks automatically almost anywhere.
[1] Type Cover, Surface Dial, Surface Pen, Microsoft 365 and some software sold separately.
[2] LTE functionality only available on Surface Pro (5th Gen) i5/256GB SSD/8GB with LTE Advanced. Service availability and performance subject to service provider’s network. Contact your service provider for details, compatibility, pricing, SIM card, and activation. See all specs and frequencies at surface.com. Availability of data plans for eSIM varies by market and by carrier.
[3] Surface Pro (5th Gen) battery life
Surface Pro (5th Gen):
Up to 13.5 hours of video playback. Testing conducted by Microsoft in April 2017 using preproduction Intel Core i5, 256GB, 8GB RAM device. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during video playback. All settings were default except: Wi-Fi was associated with a network and Auto-Brightness disabled. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
Surface Pro (5th Gen) with LTE Advanced:
Up to 12.5 hours for video playback. Testing conducted by Microsoft in November 2017 using preproduction Intel Core i5, 256GB, 8 GB RAM LTE device. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during video playback. All settings were default except: LTE enabled and device connected to LTE Network. WiFi and Bluetooth in airplane mode and Auto-Brightness disabled. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage, and other factors.
[4] Available colors may vary in some markets.
[5] System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage. 1 GB= 1 billion bytes. 1TB = 1,000 GB. See Surface.com/Storage for more details.
[6] Fanless cooling system included with Surface Pro (5th Gen) m3 and i5 models only.
[7] Requires active Microsoft 365 subscription.
[8] Surface Pen tilt functionality is available now with Surface Pro (5th Gen). Available with other Surface devices via Windows Update.
[9] Access to the Ubigi portal is available without Internet connectivity only in destinations with Ubigi coverage. For more information on Ubigi and Surface Pro (5thGen) with LTE Advanced, please visit:https://cellulardata.ubigi.com/ubigi-for-surface-pro-5-lte/. Ubigi data plans sold separately.
Extended return offer period available with Surface devices purchased from Microsoft Store online in select markets between May 6, 2020 and October 31, 2020. Return process must be started within 60 days after customer received the device. Not available for purchases by reseller customers. Extended return offer period limited to 5 device returns total per eligible customer. Excludes Surface Hub. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time. Other exclusions and limits may apply. Microsoft Store return policy applies to extended returns. See applicable Microsoft Terms of Sale for more information.
Extended return offer period available with Surface devices purchased from Microsoft Store online in select markets between May 6, 2020 and October 31, 2020. Return process must be started within 60 days after customer received the device. Not available for purchases by reseller customers. Extended return offer period limited to 5 device returns total per eligible customer. Excludes Surface Hub. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time. Other exclusions and limits may apply. Microsoft Store return policy applies to extended returns. See applicable Microsoft Terms of Sale for more information.
