Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra with RTX Spark pre-orders now open

Microsoft has officially opened pre-orders for its new Surface Laptop Ultra, a high-performance device designed to challenge the MacBook Pro. The laptop features the new Nvidia RTX Spark N1X processor and Blackwell graphics architecture, specifically engineered to handle intensive AI workloads locally. Available in configurations with up to 128GB of unified memory, the device aims to provide a workstation-class experience for AI developers, researchers, and creative professionals. The hardware includes a 15-inch PixelSense Ultra touchscreen, Wi-Fi 7, and removable SSD storage. Pricing starts at $2,599.99 for the base model, which includes an 18-core CPU and 5120-core GPU. While the laptop offers significant power for local AI model processing and demanding professional tasks, Microsoft notes that it is likely overkill for standard office productivity users. The Surface Laptop Ultra is now available for pre-order in both consumer and business-focused configurations.