Are there any alternatives?

The iPad Pro is the chief rival, and it’s hard to beat. The Surface Pro 8 has an upper hand being able to run normal x86 pro applications, but the iPad Pro is a much more extensive tablet app ecosystem.

　　The ThinkPad X12 Detachable uses a similar form factor at a cheaper price. If you really want to go cheap, the new Surface Go 3 is the true budget option.

　　

How long will it last?

The Surface Pro 8 should last you at least four or five years. Its build quality is exceptional, while the features and components are all top-notch. Being a Windows 11 product (and specifically a Surface PC) ensures that you’ll get timely updates well into the future. The ability to easily swap out more storage is the cherry on top.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. It’s the most meaningful update to the Surface Pro in a long time, and it finally feels like a worthy opponent of the iPad Pro.