Comparison of MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Comparison of Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042) vs MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S)

MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)

$1,249.99
$1,499.99
$1,099.99

Comparison summary

  • MSI Venture 16 AI A2 features a bigger display. For carrying Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ is lighter. Its also slimmer and more compact in size.
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MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S)

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)

2026 modelTouchscreenIPS screen
2025 modelThin2-in-1 laptopTouchscreenLightweight

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MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S)Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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-Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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16gb16gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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-Snapdragon X Plus - X1P64100 - Qualcomm Adreno
Screen size
16″13″
Screen resolution
WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)-
Weight
4.16 lbs (1.89 kg)1.97 lbs (0.89 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
15.57 x 9.65 x 0.9 inches11.3 x 8.2 x 0.37 inches
(39.55 x 24.51 x 2.29 cm)(28.7 x 20.83 x 0.94 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 HomeWindows 11
Hard drives
500gb SSD500gb SSD
Release date
May 21, 2026May 31, 2025
Amazon.com List Price
$1,249.99$1,499.99
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$1,249.99$1,099.99
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Laptop Dimensions

MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S)

15.57 in
39.55 cm
9.65 in
24.51 cm
Thickness: 0.9 in (2.29 cm)

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042)

11.3 in
28.7 cm
8.2 in
20.83 cm
Thickness: 0.37 in (0.94 cm)

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13″
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Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″
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14″
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13″
Compare MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13″ (X1P-64-100)
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13″
X1P-64-100
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Compare MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13″ (X1P-64-100)
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MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S) viewed from another angle
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MSI Venture 16 AI A2 (9S) summary

MSI Venture 16 AI A2 is a Windows touchscreen laptop released in 2026. It is quite portable at only 4.16 lbs (1.89 kg). WUXGA resolution is fine for the 16″ IPS monitor. The 500gb SSD storage is less than average.

msi Venture 16 AI A2HMTG-046US Business Laptop - 16" 1920x1200 Touchscreen - 16-Core Intel Ultra 7 255H - 16GB RAM - 512GB SSD - Intel Arc Graphics - Wi-Fi 6E - 720p HD Camera - W11H - Solid Gray

【Brilliant 16" WUXGA Touchscreen Display】The 1920x1200 resolution boasts impressive color and clarity. IPS Touchscreen 400 nits Anti-glare, 100% DCI-P3, 60 Hz, Thin Bezel LCD Display. Powered by Intel Arc Graphics, 720p HD Camera with Privacy Shutter and integrated digital microphone.

【Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Processor】Ultra Smart Platform. (Up to 5.1 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 24 MB Intel Smart cache, 16 cores, 6 Performance-Cores, 10 Efficient-Cores, 16 Threads).

【Full Size Backlit Keyboard with Numpad】720p HD Camera with Privacy Shutter; 55 Whr 4-Cell Lithium-Ionbattery (up to 6 hours battery life); 15.56" L x 9.66" W x 0.87" H, 4.19 lbs; Solid Gray; 90 W AC Adapter; MST 32GB USB Drive included.

【Customization】Upgraded to 16 GB DDR5 SDRAM 5600 MHz; 512 GB NVMe M.2 olid State Drive; Windows 11 Home.

【Easy-to-use Technology】Boasting a long-lasting battery and rapid charging functionality, it lets you stay powered for extended periods. Equipped with fast-charging technology, it cuts down the time you need to stay plugged into an outlet, getting the battery up to 80% in just 60 minutes.

ASIN: B0GPWLT6XN

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHY-00042) summary

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is a fair value portable Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2025. It has an excellent Qualcomm CPU, though not that much RAM for its price. The laptop is very portable at only 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) for a 13-inch laptop. The 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors.

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, 13" Touchscreen Display, Snapdragon X Plus (10 Core), 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage, Dune

[This is a Copilot+ PC] — A new AI era begins. Experience enhanced performance and AI capabilities with Copilot+ PC, boosting productivity with security and privacy in mind.

[Introducing Surface Pro 13” Touchscreen Display] — The most flexible, powerful 2-in-1 laptop and tablet with AI-accelerated Copilot+ experiences. Surface Pro 11th Edition reimagines the laptop.

[Flexibility at Any Angle] — Use with the detachable Surface Pro Flex Keyboard (sold separately). Shift from tablet to laptop to sketchbook with its unique kickstand.

[Outstanding Performance] — Snapdragon X Plus (10 core) or Elite (12 core) with powerful NPU, faster than MacBook Air M3[1].

[All day battery life] — 14 hours of battery life[5], fast charging with 65W PSU via Surface Connect or USB-C.

ASIN: B0CXL51P6F

MSI Venture 16 AI A2
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″