Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra with RTX Spark hits shelves this week
Microsoft has released the Surface Laptop Ultra powered by Nvidia RTX Spark chips that support up to 128GB of memory.
Local AI performance leads reviews
Multiple outlets tested the new device and found it outperforms Apple M5 Max and AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chips in local AI tasks. Zac Bowden of Windows Central described the machine as a beast that excels at specific functions but lacks universal capability. Tom's Guide noted the hardware is wildly powerful yet not a direct replacement for MacBook Pro models.
Gaming capabilities remain mixed
Reviewers identified gaming performance as a weak spot compared to the strong local AI results. Some testers described the gaming experience as merely okay while others labeled it a significant shortcoming for the price point. The consensus suggests the laptop is not foolproof despite its powerful underlying architecture.
Price tag causes concern
The starting cost of 2599.99 dollars is considered a sticking point by many potential buyers. TechRadar questions whether the performance justifies this high price for average users who do not need local AI features. Cost remains the primary obstacle preventing wider adoption of the RTX Spark platform in laptops.
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