Please Read — This Unit Has a Cracked Screen
The glass on this Surface Pro 8 is cracked. We are selling it at a heavily reduced price because of that damage, and we want it stated plainly before you buy.
What still works: the display image is clear and complete, and touch and pen input register normally across the whole panel. The crack is cosmetic and physical, not functional. Please expect visible crack lines on the glass, and handle the edges with care.
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 — 13" i7 2-in-1 Tablet
Microsoft's flagship 2-in-1 with an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1185G7, 16GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, a 13-inch 120Hz PixelSense Flow touchscreen, and built-in 4G LTE. Windows 11 Pro installed, professionally tested, and backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty. Sold as a working unit with cracked screen glass.
Key Benefits
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Full i7 performance at a fraction of the price — The cracked glass is the only thing wrong with this machine. The i7-1185G7 inside is untouched, so you get flagship Surface performance for well under the usual cost of entry.
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i7-1185G7 — laptop power in a tablet — Four cores, eight threads, boosting to 4.8GHz with Iris Xe graphics — real desktop-class Windows performance.
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16GB RAM, 256GB SSD — Generous memory for serious multitasking, with fast NVMe storage.
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13-inch 120Hz PixelSense Flow display — A 2880x1920 3:2 touchscreen with a fluid 120Hz refresh rate. The panel and digitiser are fully functional; only the outer glass is cracked.
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Built-in 4G LTE — Insert a nano SIM and stay connected on the train, on site, or in the field — no hotspot required. Compatible with major Australian carriers.
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Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports — Full docking capability: power, dual 4K monitors, and fast peripherals through a single cable. An external monitor makes this an excellent desk machine despite the cracked glass.
Performance in Use
Set the cracked glass aside for a moment and this is a fully specified Surface Pro 8. The i7-1185G7 and 16GB of RAM run desktop Windows 11 Pro with real authority — office suites, dense browser sessions, Teams calls, and photo editing all feel quick. Nothing about the damage touches the processor, memory, storage, battery or ports.
The 13-inch PixelSense Flow panel underneath the glass is one of the best screens fitted to any portable: 2880x1920 resolution in a tall 3:2 shape, with a 120Hz refresh rate that makes scrolling and pen input feel liquid. Touch and stylus input register correctly across the full surface. You will see the crack lines when the screen is on, most noticeably against light backgrounds, and they do not obstruct the image.
This unit suits two buyers particularly well. The first wants maximum specification per dollar and can live with a cosmetic flaw — a second machine, a workshop or site device, a student computer, or a test unit. The second plans to dock it: with an external monitor on Thunderbolt 4, the damaged glass stops being part of the daily experience at all, and you are running an i7 with 16GB of RAM for the price of a far weaker machine. Built-in 4G LTE means either buyer can drop in a nano SIM and stay connected away from Wi-Fi entirely. Windows Hello face sign-in, a 5MP front camera and studio mics all remain functional.
Tech Specs
| Processor |
Intel Core i7-1185G7, 4-core / 8-thread, 3.0GHz base, up to 4.8GHz (11th Gen) |
| RAM |
16GB LPDDR4x |
| Storage |
256GB NVMe SSD |
| Display |
13-inch PixelSense Flow, 2880x1920 (3:2), 120Hz, 10-point multi-touch |
| Screen Condition |
Glass cracked — display image, touch input and pen input all fully functional |
| Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe (integrated) |
| Wireless |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Mobile Broadband |
4G LTE (nano SIM) |
| Ports |
Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C x2, Surface Connect, 3.5mm audio |
| Cameras |
5MP front with Windows Hello, 10MP rear with 4K video |
| Operating System |
Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) |
| Weight |
Approx. 891g (tablet only) |
| Warranty |
12 months — Reboot IT (30-day battery warranty). Warranty covers function, not the existing screen damage. |
Is It Right for You?
| Best For ✓ |
Not For ✗ |
| Buyers chasing maximum specification per dollar |
Anyone who needs a flawless screen — the crack is permanent and visible |
| Docked desk use via Thunderbolt 4 and an external monitor |
Client-facing or presentation use where appearance matters |
| Mobile and field workers — built-in 4G LTE, no hotspot needed |
Buyers who need a keyboard in the box — the Type Cover is sold separately |
| Students and budget-conscious buyers wanting real i7 performance |
Gamers — integrated graphics only |
| Test, development, and spare-unit fleet roles |
Heavy local storage users — 256GB suits cloud-first workflows |
Condition Grades
The cracked screen glass applies to every unit on this listing, in both grades. The grade below describes the condition of the rest of the device — chassis, kickstand, ports and battery.
| Grade |
Description |
| A — Excellent |
Cracked screen glass. Body and chassis show minimal cosmetic marks. Battery 70%+ capacity. Fully tested and functional. |
| B — Good |
Cracked screen glass. Body and chassis show light wear, minor scratches or scuffs. Battery 50-70% capacity. 30-day battery warranty. Fully tested and functional. |
FAQ
How bad is the screen crack?
The outer glass is cracked and the crack lines are visible when the screen is on, particularly against light backgrounds. The display image itself is complete and clear, with no dead areas, black patches or lines. Touch and pen input work normally across the whole panel.
Can the screen be repaired or replaced?
It can, but the Surface Pro 8 display is a bonded assembly, so replacement is a specialist job and the part is expensive relative to the value of the device. Most buyers of a unit like this choose to use it as is, or dock it to an external monitor. We price it on the assumption you will not repair it.
Is the crack covered by the warranty?
The 12-month Reboot IT warranty covers the function of the device — processor, memory, storage, battery, ports and the display's operation. The existing screen damage is disclosed at the point of sale and is not itself a warranty claim, and neither is any worsening of that existing crack.
Does the built-in LTE need a SIM card?
Yes — this is the 4G LTE model, so insert a nano SIM with an active data plan for mobile broadband Australia-wide. It is compatible with major Australian carriers, and also has WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.
Is a keyboard or stylus included?
No. The Surface Pro 8 tablet is the core unit. The detachable Type Cover keyboard and the Surface Slim Pen are separate accessories and are not included with this unit.
Is Windows 11 Pro installed and activated?
Yes — Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) is installed, activated, and ready to use on first boot.
Can it drive external monitors?
Yes — the two Thunderbolt 4 ports support external displays, including dual 4K monitors via a dock. This is the recommended way to use this particular unit.
What shipping options are available?
Free standard shipping is included Australia-wide on this item. Orders are dispatched from our Melbourne warehouse, professionally packed for safe transit.
12-Month Warranty — Reboot IT
Every unit sold by Reboot IT is professionally tested, cleaned, and graded before dispatch. We have been refurbishing IT equipment in Melbourne since 2001. This unit is sold with its screen damage fully disclosed above, and is backed by our standard 12-month hardware warranty on function. Free standard AU shipping is included with this item. Visit reboot-it.com.au for more.