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Leak Shows Surface Upgrades Coming, but No Real Answer to MacBook Neo

Leak Shows Surface Upgrades Coming, but No Real Answer to MacBook Neo
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A leaked Microsoft roadmap suggests the upcoming Surface Laptop and Surface Pro refresh won’t meaningfully challenge Apple’s aggressively priced MacBook Neo. Microsoft plans a staggered rollout, with Intel models arriving in spring and Snapdragon X2 versions in summer, alongside upgrades like OLED displays and higher‑end configurations. However, the Surface lineup remains firmly in the premium tier, while the MacBook Neo dominates the value segment with strong battery life, build quality, and performance at $599. Rising component costs have pushed Surface prices higher, widening the gap and leaving Microsoft without a true competitor in the budget laptop space.

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