Video Conferencing & Meeting Rooms
Yealink MeetingBoard vs Microsoft Surface Hub: Is Microsoft's Premium Justified?
It is justified for organisations that want a Microsoft-designed Windows device with Teams Rooms on Windows built in, a 3:2 screen at 50 inches, and Microsoft as the single vendor. Many others can run the same Teams Rooms software on a certified partner board, so it pays to compare quotes. Microsoft's Singapore store lists the Surface Hub 3 from S$14,290 for the 50-inch and S$34,596 for the 85-inch (accessed 31 Oct 2026), with a one-year limited hardware warranty. The Yealink MeetingBoard Pro is a certified Teams Rooms on Android board in 65, 75 and 86 inches. It has a triple 50MP camera and 16 microphones, and an optional OPS module switches it to Teams Rooms on Windows. SourceIT does not sell Surface Hub. MeetingBoard Pro is price on request at SourceIT. Microsoft publishes no comparison between Surface Hub and partner boards, so the comparison below uses each vendor's published specifications.
Surface Hub 3 vs MeetingBoard Pro
| Item | Microsoft Surface Hub 3 | Yealink MeetingBoard Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Sizes | 50-inch 3:2 (3840 x 2560); 85-inch 16:9 (4K) | 65, 75, 86-inch 16:9 (4K) |
| Operating system | Windows 11 IoT Enterprise with Teams Rooms on Windows | Android 13 with Teams Rooms on Android; Windows via MCore OPS-T module |
| Compute | Intel Core i5, 32 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD; replaceable compute cartridge | Octa-core, 8 GB / 64 GB, plus Windows OPS slot |
| Touch | 10 points (50-inch), 20 points (85-inch) | 20 points |
| Camera | Surface Hub Smart Camera, 4K, 136° HFOV | Triple 50MP, 98.2° wide HFOV |
| Microphones | Teams-certified to 2.3 m (50-inch) and 3.5 m (85-inch) | 16 MEMS microphones, 12 m vendor-stated pickup |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware | 24 months in Yealink's UK and EU distributor policy; Singapore term to confirm |
| Price in Singapore | From S$14,290 (50-inch) and S$34,596 (85-inch), Microsoft Store | Price on request |
Surface Hub figures from Microsoft Learn's Surface Hub 3 tech specs (updated 14 Jul 2026) and Microsoft Store Singapore. Yealink figures from its MeetingBoard Pro datasheet. Microsoft's certified microphone distances are not comparable with Yealink's maximum pickup figure.
What does Microsoft's premium buy?
- Windows Teams Rooms out of the box. Microsoft lists Front Row, breakout rooms, Spatial Audio, multi-camera send, Miracast and Defender for Endpoint as Windows-only. Surface Hub has them without an add-on.
- A more powerful computer. 32 GB of RAM and an Intel i5 suit Windows apps on the board as well as meetings. The device can also be switched to Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise, with the licence and image sold separately.
- The 3:2 50-inch format. A 3:2 screen gives more height than a 16:9 screen of the same width. That suits documents and whiteboarding in small rooms.
- An upgrade path. Microsoft's compute cartridge lets Surface Hub 2S owners upgrade to Hub 3 compute without replacing the screen.
Surface Hub's premium pays for Microsoft's hardware and design. Teams Rooms itself also runs on certified partner boards.
What does the MeetingBoard Pro offer instead?
- Larger screens. The 65, 75 and 86-inch sizes cover the gap between Surface Hub's 50 and 85.
- A multi-camera system and longer stated pickup. The triple 50MP cameras, 8x digital zoom and 16 microphones are aimed at rooms of up to 20 people.
- A longer warranty. Yealink's distributor policy gives 24 months, against Microsoft's one year. Confirm the Singapore term before buying.
- Both platforms. Run Teams Rooms on Android, or add the MCore OPS-G2T to run Windows. The board also supports Zoom Rooms.
What do both still need?
- A Teams Rooms licence. Basic is free for up to 25 rooms. Pro is US$40 per room per month, billed annually, and is needed for Front Row and the Pro Management Portal. See Teams Rooms licence features and ROI.
- Extra licences for some features. Microsoft's store notes that IntelliFrame on Surface Hub needs a separately sold licence.
- Lifecycle planning. Windows 10 Team edition support ended on 14 Oct 2025. Android certification for the MeetingBoard Pro ends on 15 Aug 2028, followed by two years of app support.
- A secure network. Microsoft recommends an isolated network segment for Teams Rooms devices.
Which should you choose?
- Surface Hub 3 if you want Microsoft hardware, a 3:2 50-inch board or a Windows device for apps as well as meetings, and the budget allows.
- MeetingBoard Pro for 65 to 86-inch rooms, Teams Rooms on Android or Zoom Rooms, and the option to add Windows later.
The Yealink board is covered in Yealink MeetingBoard Pro, and the platform choice in Android vs Windows Interactive Displays.
Buying in Singapore
SourceIT does not sell Microsoft Surface Hub. We supply the MeetingBoard 65 Pro, MeetingBoard 75 Pro and MeetingBoard 86 Pro, and for Windows mode, the MCore OPS-G2T and MTouch Plus console. All are price on request. Browse the Yealink MeetingBoard Pro collection and Teams Room solutions. For a quotation to compare against Microsoft's published price, use Request for Quotation on the product page, call (65) 6978 3502, email Sales@sourceit.com.sg or use our contact page.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Surface Hub 3 cost in Singapore? Microsoft Store Singapore lists it from S$14,290 for the 50-inch and S$34,596 for the 85-inch (accessed 31 Oct 2026).
Does Surface Hub 3 run Teams Rooms? Yes. It runs Windows 11 IoT Enterprise with the Teams Rooms on Windows experience.
Can Yealink MeetingBoard Pro run Teams Rooms on Windows like Surface Hub? Yes, with Yealink's MCore OPS-T or OPS-G2T module in the board's OPS slot. It runs Teams Rooms on Android natively.
What warranty does Surface Hub 3 have? Microsoft lists a one-year limited hardware warranty.
Does SourceIT sell Surface Hub? No. SourceIT supplies Yealink MeetingBoard Pro and other certified Teams Rooms boards, which are price on request.
