Microsoft pushes Surface, Copilot+ PCs as top picks for video editors and filmmakers

Microsoft wants you to think of Surface when it comes to serious video work. In a new push, the company is highlighting its Copilot+ PCs—specifically the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop—as ideal tools for video editing, production, and creative workflows.

Surface wants to be your next on-the-go editing rig

Filmmakers and content creators juggle fast turnarounds, color grading, audio syncing, and visual effects—all without room for lag. That’s where Microsoft thinks Surface can step in.

The Surface Pro and Surface Laptop now run on Snapdragon X Elite and Plus chips, with built-in NPUs capable of 45 trillion operations per second. In simpler terms: fast enough for real-time 4K edits, AI effects, and quick rendering.

The OLED touchscreen on the Pro and the bright HDR panel on the Surface Laptop also help with visual precision when you’re editing in the field.

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Both devices are also lightweight—just 1.5 pounds for the Pro and 2.7 pounds for the Laptop—and promise up to 16 and 23 hours of battery life, respectively. USB-C ports (and one USB-A on the Surface Laptop) make room for drives, cameras, and monitors when working on set.

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It’s not just about hardware—it’s AI too

Microsoft is tying the Surface line tightly to its AI ambitions. Copilot is baked in, offering suggestions like royalty-free music, project help, or script tips. Snapdragon Sound support also means wireless audio checks won’t sound muddy, even in the rough cut stage.

Editing tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve are optimized for the platform, and even beginners can jump in with Clipchamp, Microsoft’s own browser-based video editor.

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