Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Edition) features

Get to know the latest features and capabilities of the Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Edition).

Screenshot of Surface Pro 12-inch with numbered callouts marking the power button on the upper edge to the left; volume buttons immediately next to the power button; the Windows Hello camera and the front-facing camera in the top center of the screen.

1⁠. Power button

2⁠. Volume

3⁠. Windows Hello camera

4⁠. Front-facing camera

Screenshot of the back of the Surface Pro 12-inch. Callouts mark two USB-C ports midway on the left edge of the tablet; the Surface Slim Pen storage and charging area on the back panel near the top, and the rear camera in the upper right corner.

5⁠. Two USB-C / USB 3.2 ports

6⁠. Surface Slim Pen storage and charging (pen sold separately)

7⁠. Rear camera

Available to purchase from the Microsoft Store and other retailers.

Charging your Surface

Charge your device using either USB-C port with a USB Type-C PD charger.

For best performance, we recommend using a USB-C PD charger that provides at least 27W. If you connect a lower-wattage charger, your device may charge slowly or not at all.

For Fast Charging, use a charger that provides at least 45W. With Fast Charging, you can charge your battery up to 80% in about an hour.

We recommend using the Surface 45W USB-C Wall Charger.

To learn more about charging your device, see USB-C and Fast Charging for Surface.

Connect a Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard

To use your Surface Pro 12-inch like a traditional laptop, connect a Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard. (Keyboard sold separately.)

Bring the bottom edge of your Surface Pro close to the top edge of the keyboard until the magnets click into place.

Note

The Surface Pro 12-inch is compatible with the Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard. Other Surface Pro Keyboards, including the Surface Pro 13-inch Keyboard with pen storage and the Surface Pro 13-inch Flex Keyboard, are not compatible with Surface Pro 12-inch. Learn more about Surface Pro Keyboards and Type Covers.

Microsoft Ink Canvas

Microsoft Ink Canvas is preinstalled on the Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Edition). Ink Canvas gives you a freeform digital workspace where you can start with a blank canvas, bring in visual content, mark it up, and use Copilot features to help move your ideas forward. (Inking and non-AI features in Microsoft Ink Canvas are available without a Microsoft 365 subscription. Copilot-powered features require a Microsoft 365 subscription.)

Screenshot of the ink canvas.

On Surface Pro 12-inch (2nd Edition), a single click of the Slim Pen shortcut button opens a new canvas, giving you a direct way to capture an idea the moment it starts. (Slim Pen sold separately.)

Learn more about how to use Microsoft Ink Canvas.

Surface Pro for Business features

Surface Pro for Business, 12-inch models include an NFC reader. Learn more about supported NFC experiences.

If your Surface Pro for Business is 5G enabled, learn how to set up the 5G connection.

A more repairable device design

Many components can be replaced by authorized service providers or skilled technicians — supporting a more repairable device design. Replacement components are available for out-of-warranty repair. Availability and service options may vary by product, market, and over time.

To learn more, see Self-repair information for your Surface device.