Product Comparison: Microsoft Surface Pro 4 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 3


General Specifications
Brand
Microsoft
Microsoft
Model
Surface Pro 4
Surface Pro 3
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Use your Surface Pro 3 or 4 in laptop mode with this Microsoft Type cover. Its optimally spaced backlit keys include Windows shortcut buttons, and a spacious track pad enables smooth typing and scrolling.
With improved stability to work well on your lap, Type Cover turns Surface Pro 3 into a premium laptop. The backlit Type Cover lets you work or play at any hour. One of the thinnest mechanical keyboards available.
Key Specs
Keyboard Type
Multimedia
Multimedia
Number of Keys
78
77
Interface
Magnetic
Magnetic
Size & Weight
Height
0.19 in.
0.19 in.
Width
11.6 in.
11.6 in.
Depth
8.54 in.
8.54 in.
Weight
10.93 oz.
10.4 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Type Cover - Black
  • Does exactly what it says it will do - regular sized, backlit keyboard.
  • The keyboard completely covers my Surface 4, and protects the screen.
  • Light weight and sleek design and it compliments the surface pro.
  • This light weight compact keyboard is perfect for me as I juggle work, school and an internship.
  • I like the protection it affords without the unnecessary bulk and weight.
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Type Cover - Black
  • The keyboard overall adds exactly .2 inches the depth of the Surface Pro 3. It is so compact.
  • The most mobile keyboard. This is so thin, so noticeable.
  • For being so light and so slim, it also has a rigidity that is nice.
  • This is the perfect match for the Surface Pro 3. It is light, portable, and it feels premium.
  • Bigger one inch on each side of the tablet that hangs over the side.
Keys
Key Type
Mechanical
Mechanical
Backlighting
White backlight
White Backlighting
Multimedia Keys
Yes
Yes
Integrated Numeric Keypad
No
No
What customers say about "Keys"
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Type Cover - Black
  • Keys have surprisingly deep travel and feedback and the backlighting is a plus.
  • One of the best keyboards that I have used. I'm a programmer and I love typing on this thing!
  • The key feel and rebound is good and touch typing works well.
  • Love the tactile feel of the keys, backlit feature, the touch pad and also the feel of the material when typing, resting, etc.
  • The keyboard lights up and it’s very good to type on I can do anything that I did on my desktop on this computer keyboard.
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Type Cover - Black
  • The backlighting on this keyboard blows my mind. It is as good- if not better- than my MacBook Pro Retina's.
  • The keys all feel sturdy, and all have a fantastic clicky noise.
  • I love how Microsoft designed the function row keys with special functions.
  • The keys press easily with a nice click and are large enough to be easily pressed without accidentally hitting another key.
  • Keyboards with short key travel are hard to type on for long periods of time.
Features
Adjustable Tilt Function
No
No
Compatibility
Surface Pro 4, Surface Pro 3
Surface Pro 3
Spill Resistant
No
No
Palm Rest
Yes
Yes
Extras
Built-in Touchpad, Built-in fingerprint reader, Enhanced magnetic stability, Doubles as a protective cover
Built-in Touchpad, Doubles as a protective cover, Enhanced magnetic stability
What customers say about "Features"
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Type Cover - Black
  • Does everything you'd expect a high quality keyboard to do. Its trackpad is highly responsive.
  • Can be folded back when you are using the pen and tablet. Also acts as a screen protector.
  • Love this keyboard. You just attach and play. The keyboard lights up, its durable and solid.
  • I always liked the type cover and when I saw they started making it with fingerprint ID I was so happy.
  • Not only do I love that this protects my Surface Pro screen but the Fingerprint option makes it so easy to "unlock" in seconds.
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Type Cover - Black
  • A classy feel. This keyboard is built with premium feeling materials.
  • The trackpad is lightyears beyond what I expected. It is smooth, and my finger glides over it very easily.
  • The magnets in the connecting hardware are very strong, but not enough to cause any damage.
  • Keyboard works well with the surface pro, I love how easy it is to attach and detach.
  • The touch-pad works amazingly well, my fingers glide effortlessly across it and it gives me plenty of space to move around and make gestures.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
FCC, CE
FCC, CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
129.99 $
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