As more and more companies are launching AI-powered laptops, the competition is getting fiercer. Microsoft, which is leading the AI ​​race, has now launched the Copilot+ PC in India along with Surface. The new Surface and Surface Pro models have been launched for Indian customers and can be pre-ordered from today (July 11).

Shruti Bhatia, Country Manager, Modern Work and Surface, India and South Asia, spoke about the transformational potential of these devices. She said, “Microsoft Surface Copilot+ PCs, now available in India, are power-packed devices built for everyday work and entertainment, offering exclusive AI experiences to empower our customers. We see AI PCs as a transformational opportunity that can disrupt the PC market. With new advanced AI experiences integrated into the device, it will enable users to do things they cannot do on any other PC, helping them be more productive, creative, and communicate more effectively.”

Microsoft launches CoPilot+ PC in India: Price and availability

Starting today (July 11), the new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro models can be pre-ordered from leading retailers such as Amazon, Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales and select multi-brand stores. According to Microsoft, the laptops are available at a starting price of Rs 1,13,900. Additionally, those who pre-order the Surface Pro 11th Edition or Laptop 7th Edition by August 5, 2024, will receive special promotions including a Marshall Major IV wireless headset worth Rs 14,999. Additionally, all pre-orders come with a one-month free subscription to Microsoft 365 and PC Game Pass.

The new Copilot+ PCs offer multiple configurations to meet different user requirements. Surface Pro 11th Edition starts with Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD and is available in Platinum at Rs 116,999. A higher variant with 512GB SSD is available in both Platinum and Black at Rs 1,34,999.

For those seeking top-tier performance, the Snapdragon X Elite model with 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, and OLED display is available in Platinum and Black colours for Rs 1,65,999.

The advanced variant with 1TB SSD is available in Black colour at Rs 185,999, while the highest configuration with 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD is available in Platinum at a price of Rs 2,37,999.

The Surface Laptop 7th Edition with a 13.8-inch screen starts at Rs 116,999 for the Snapdragon X+, 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD model in platinum colour. The 512GB SSD version is available in platinum and black colours for Rs 1,34,999.

The Snapdragon X Elite variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD in Black colour is priced at Rs 1,54,999, while the 1TB SSD model in Black colour is available for Rs 1,75,999.

The highest configuration with 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD in Black colour is priced at Rs 2,07,999. For those who prefer a bigger screen, the 15-inch Surface Laptop 7th Edition starts at Rs 1,42,999 with Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD in Platinum colour. The 512GB SSD version in Black colour is available at Rs 1,63,999, while the 1TB SSD model in Black colour is priced at Rs 1,83,999.

Top Details and Features of Microsoft Copilot+ PC

At the heart of CoPilot+ PCs is a significant advancement in computing power and AI capabilities. Equipped with Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors, these devices promise to deliver optimal processing speeds and all-day battery life thanks to a powerful Neural Processing Unit (NPU). It promises that users can enjoy faster performance and new AI experiences designed to make work and play more efficient.

Microsoft also says that the new Surface devices are designed to be thin, light, and ultraportable. They come with brighter and more immersive displays. The Surface Pro offers an OLED option with HDR display for a cinematic experience, while the Surface Laptop features a new HDR touchscreen display with razor-thin bezels.

The Copilot key on the Windows 11 keyboard of these PCs is one of the most distinctive features. This key provides quick access to the Copilot app, increasing user productivity with AI-powered tools. Security is also a priority, with every Copilot+ PC having Microsoft Pluton Security and Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in enabled by default, ensuring that user data is secure from day one.

The Copilot+ PC also promises to be equipped with the most powerful NPU in the PC category, capable of performing over 45 trillion operations per second. This allows for new AI experiences that enhance productivity and creativity. Features like Cocreator simplify image creation and photo editing, while Live Captions translate audio into English in real-time, making it easier to connect with friends and colleagues.

The device is also claimed to feature new and improved audio and video effects. The Surface Pro’s ultra-wide, quad-HD front-facing camera and 10-megapixel Ultra HD rear-facing autofocus camera support 4K video, making it ideal for capturing and editing on the go. The Surface Laptop also includes a full HD Surface Studio camera and AI-powered Windows Studio effects, which offer features such as automatic framing, portrait blur, creative filters, and voice focus.