# Microsoft announces Surface Laptop Ultra with $2,599 starting price

> The new Surface Laptop Ultra ships on Oct. 18, 2026, priced from $2,599 and targeting AI‑focused power users.

Oossa · 2026-10-08 · https://oossa.com/en/microsoft-announces-surface-laptop-ultra-with-2-599-starting-price

Microsoft unveiled its Surface Laptop Ultra at a San Francisco showcase. The laptop starts at $2,599 and can be configured up to $6,000. It uses Nvidia’s RTX Spark processor, runs Windows on ARM, and offers up to 128 GB of unified memory. The 15‑inch HDR screen can reach 2,000 nits, and it features a magnetic USB‑C charging port. General availability begins on Oct. 16, with the launch date set for Oct. 18.

## The facts

- Starting price: $2,599 for the base model
- Launch date: Oct. 18, 2026

## Why it matters

The device gives AI developers and creators a powerful Windows laptop that can run large local models, reducing reliance on cloud services.

## Sources & references

1. [Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop Ultra finally has a starting price (you should sit down)](https://www.zdnet.com/tech/microsoft-surface-laptop-ultra-preorder-starting-price/) – ZDNet, 2026-10-08

Last updated: 2026-10-08