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Best Buy marks down the price of Surface Pro 9 and adds in a free keyboard

By Anam Hamid

Updated: May 28, 2023, 11:32 AM

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Best Buy marks down the price of Surface Pro 9 and adds in a free keyboard

Microsoft is surprisingly good at making tablets. I mean yes, they have been making computers and software for a long time but tablets are a relatively new category but the company has nailed it. If you are looking for a solid tablet that doesn't shy away from hardcore work but don't want to pay extra for a keyboard, Best Buy not only has the Surface Pro 9 on sale, but the retailer is also giving away a keyboard for free with it.

The Surface Pro 9 is a convertible tablet that's great for reading, browsing the internet, and playing games when you are off the clock and is equally great as a workstation.

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It rocks a large 13-inch screen with a refresh rate of 120Hz for smooth scrolling and supports Windows Hello face authentication.

The WiFi Surface Pro 9 comes in two processor configurations: 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1245U and 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1255U. Both handle most tasks like a champ but if your work is resource intensive, you should opt for the i7.

It runs Windows 11 Pro, which is a proper desktop operating system and supports the same programs as a desktop computer. It even supports Android apps.

Samsung and Apple's tablets, on the other hand, run tablet operating systems, and may feel restrictive if you need access to fully featured apps and programs and can't stand tablets that prevent you from downloading certain apps.

The Pro 9 also has a sturdy built-in kickstand that you can use to prop it at a wide variety of angles. Other features include four ports, 15.5 hours of battery life, and an upgradeable SSD.

To get the most out of a Pro tablet, it's best to pair it with a keyboard, but manufacturers sell them separately. Best Buy is currently offering a bundle deal that knocks down the price of the 8GB/256GB Surface Pro 9 from $1,099.99 to $999.99 and also includes a free Surface Pro Signature Keyboard which otherwise would cost you $179.99.

The 16GB/256GB i7 model is on sale for for $279.99 off.

It's not very often that we see a deal like these, so go for this one if you need a high-end tablet that converts into a laptop in a heartbeat.

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Anam Hamid is a computer scientist turned tech journalist who has a keen interest in the tech world, with a particular focus on smartphones and tablets. She has previously written for Android Headlines and has also been a ghostwriter for several tech and car publications. Anam is not a tech hoarder and believes in using her gadgets for as long as possible. She is concerned about smartphone addiction and its impact on future generations, but she also appreciates the convenience that phones have brought into our lives. Anam is excited about technological advancements like folding screens and under-display sensors, and she often wonders about the future of technology. She values the overall experience of a device more than its individual specs and admires companies that deliver durable, high-quality products. In her free time, Anam enjoys reading, scrolling through Reddit and Instagram, and occasionally refreshing her programming skills through tutorials.