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The Surface Laptop Ultra finally has a release date — and a starting price of $2,599
Microsoft has officially revealed the release date and pricing for its new Surface Laptop Ultra, scheduled to launch on October 16th. With a starting price of $2,599, this high-performance laptop is equipped with an 18-core CPU and 24GB of RAM, designed for demanding tasks such as gaming and creative applications. It features a striking 15-inch HDR touchscreen, an array of ports, and an aesthetically pleasing aluminum chassis. The laptop is targeting premium users and is intended to compete directly with models like the MacBook Pro.
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Published 7 Oct 2026, 18:05 UTC3 min read
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Brief
NewsBite reading:Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra launches on October 16 with $2,599 price
TL;DR
- Surface Laptop Ultra set to launch on October 16.
- Starting price is $2,599 for the base model.
- Features an 18-core CPU, 24GB RAM, and 512GB storage.
- Equipped with Nvidia’s new RTX Spark chip for high performance.
- Includes 15-inch HDR touchscreen with up to 2,000 nits brightness.
- Available in configurations up to $5,899.99 with advanced specs.
Interesting facts
- The laptop is designed for high performance in creative software and gaming.
- Utilizes a magnetic USB-C charging solution for convenience.
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