Microsoft announced the release of the Surface Laptop Ultra, a 15-inch device equipped with Nvidia’s RTX Spark platform, available for preorder on October 7 and shipping from October 16. The laptop targets developers and creators needing high-performance hardware, with configurations ranging from $2,600 to $5,900 based on memory and storage options. It features a magnetic USB-C charging port and is designed for demanding AI and GPU-intensive tasks.
cnet.com
· 2026-10-07
Pre-orders for Nvidia's RTX Spark devices are now available from brands including Asus, Microsoft, Lenovo, HP, and Dell, with shipping starting October 16. The lineup features various configurations, such as the Surface Laptop Ultra with up to 48GB of memory priced at $3,999, and other models like the Asus ProArt P16 and HP OmniBook series supporting up to 128GB of memory. Pricing varies widely depending on specifications and brand.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft announced the Surface Laptop Ultra, equipped with an NVIDIA RTX Spark GPU capable of up to one petaflop of AI processing power. The device features a 15-inch mini-LED display, support for up to 128GB of memory, and a new cooling system, with pre-orders starting at $2,599. It also offers expanded ports, a larger haptic touchpad, and the first built-in USB-C magnetic charger.
hardware.slashdot.org
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft announced the release date and starting price for its new high-end Surface Laptop Ultra, priced at $2,600 with 24GB of memory. The device features Nvidia's new RTX Spark SoC, which includes a powerful 18-core ARM CPU and options for up to 128GB of unified memory, along with removable SSD options. Pre-orders are now open, and the laptop boasts a 15-inch 4K touchscreen, Dolby Vision IQ, and a novel magnetic USB-C charging port capable of 140W power delivery.
techspot.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft and Nvidia announced the Surface Laptop Ultra and the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box at an event in San Francisco, with pre-orders opening and devices scheduled to ship on October 16. The new hardware features Nvidia's RTX Spark system-on-a-chip, enabling advanced AI and gaming capabilities, including support for hundreds of AAA titles on launch day.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft showcased its upcoming Surface Laptop Ultra, revealing a 15-inch Mini-LED PixelSense Ultra touchscreen with a 3:2 aspect ratio and up to 2,000 nits of peak brightness. The device includes an NVIDIA RTX Spark chip, a touchpad 30 percent larger than typical 15-inch Surface models, and a range of ports including USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, 3.5mm audio, a full-size SD card reader, and a new magnetic USB-C port called Magnetic Connect.
engadget.com
· 2026-10-07
The initial lineup of laptops featuring Nvidia’s new RTX Spark chip includes models from Dell, Lenovo, MSI, HP, and Asus, with prices starting at around $2,599 and reaching nearly $7,000 for high-end configurations. These devices are positioned to compete with premium MacBook Pros, offering powerful specs such as 18-core CPUs and up to 128GB of memory. The first models are expected to be available starting October 16th.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft announced the upcoming release of the Surface Laptop Ultra, featuring Nvidia’s RTX Spark Arm-based processor. The device will be available starting October 16th, with a base price of $2,599 for a model equipped with an 8-core CPU, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. Additionally, Microsoft introduced the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a mini PC for developers, which can be preordered at $5,999 and is expected to ship in November.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft has confirmed that the Surface Laptop Ultra will launch on October 16th, with starting prices at $2,599 for the base model. The device features a 15-inch HDR touchscreen, Nvidia RTX Spark chip, and a range of ports, targeting high-end users in creative, gaming, and AI fields. Higher configurations are available, with the most expensive reaching nearly $6,000.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft has opened preorders for its Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a high-performance AI and development machine priced at $5,999, with shipments expected in November. The device features Nvidia’s RTX Spark platform, 128GB of memory, and a design inspired by gaming consoles, targeting developers working on AI models and coding tools.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft is holding a Windows and Surface event in San Francisco where CEO Satya Nadella, Windows chief Pavan Davuluri and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang are set to speak. The company is expected to share pricing, availability and software details for the Surface Laptop Ultra, a device previewed at Build earlier this year featuring Nvidia's RTX Spark chip, a 15-inch mini LED display and an expanded port selection.
engadget.com
· 2026-10-07
Microsoft is holding a San Francisco event today at 10AM PT focused on local AI's role in PCs, streamed live on YouTube for about an hour. Speakers include CEO Satya Nadella, Windows and Devices chief Pavan Davuluri, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, suggesting updates to the Surface Laptop Ultra, which runs on Nvidia's RTX Spark chip.
engadget.com
· 2026-10-07
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