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Is a Surface pro 9 compatible with a Monitor?

Anonymous
2023-11-28T16:46:15+00:00

Yes, I recently purchased the surface pro 9, and out of curiosity, is it compatible with a monitor or not? I was not really looking for the amount of ports it has but I believe it has 2. I don't know if a 2 in 1 would work with a monitor anyway, so let me know when you can.

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-11-28T18:18:35+00:00

    Hi David,

    Congratulations on your newly purchase Surface device.

    Yes, the Surface Pro 9 is compatible with a monitor. It has a USB-C port that supports video output, so you can connect it to a monitor that has a USB-C port or use an adapter to connect it to a monitor with HDMI or DisplayPort. You can also use the Surface Dock to connect to multiple monitors and other peripherals. It supports up to 2 external monitors. You can find more details from this troubleshooting article, Troubleshoot connecting Surface to an external display - Microsoft Support.

    It is worth noting that the Surface Pro 9 has been tested with various external monitors, docks, cables, and adapters by Surface engineering to ensure the best experience.

    I hope these answers your question.

    Kind regards,

    Lavenia

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-08-21T12:42:41+00:00

    Does the Surface Pro 9 support ultrawide monitors with the 21:9 aspect ratio? In display settings it doesn't offer a 21:9 aspect ratio that suits the ultrawide monitor.

    Regards
    Ray

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-03-06T21:58:58+00:00

    Hi Lavinia,

    You mention that Surface Pro engineers have tested the surface pro 9 with various cables for compatibility. Would you be so kind as to tell me the results of their testing? In other words, which HDMI to USB-C Thunderbolt 4 cables they have determined to be compatible with the surface pro 9?

    Thank you,

    Linda Nye

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-01-02T03:52:38+00:00

    Hey,

    Do you also know if the surface pro 9 can be used as a monitor for the Xbox series X consoles?

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  5. Anonymous
    2023-12-06T15:05:39+00:00

    Hello David,

    We haven't heard from you, so we assume that your issue has already been addressed. We will not be monitoring this thread moving forward so, if you need further assistance, please create a new thread to discuss these concerns by clicking this link: Create a new question (microsoft.com).

    Thank you for understanding. 

    Kind regards,

    Lavenia

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