Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 2025, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 2025, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
The Microsoft Surface Pro Copilot+ PC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sleek design, portability, and strong performance for everyday tasks. Users praise the bright touchscreen, responsive keyboard, and long battery life, with many noting it as a great 2-in-1 for work and school. However, a few concerns include slower-than-expected boot times, overheating in some units, and the extra cost of accessories like the keyboard and pen. Overall, it's highly recommended for those seeking a reliable and versatile device.
Pros
- Sleek and lightweight design
- Fast performance for everyday tasks
- Bright and sharp touchscreen
- Long battery life
- Versatile 2-in-1 functionality
Cons
- Slow boot times
- Overheating in some units
- Accessories sold separately
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Windows update issues
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
The Apple 13-inch iPad Pro M4 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED display, blazing-fast M4 chip, and lightweight design. Users praise its performance for creative work, note-taking, and media consumption, with many calling it a worthy laptop replacement. However, some buyers report defects out of the box, poor open-box condition from retailers, and occasional software glitches. A few users also note that iPadOS limitations prevent full laptop replacement, and the high price is a recurring concern.
Pros
- Stunning OLED display
- Blazing fast M4 chip
- Lightweight and portable design
- Excellent for creative work
- Great battery life
Cons
- Defects out of the box
- Poor open-box condition
- iPadOS limitations for laptop replacement
- High price point
- Occasional software glitches
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 | Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 | Apple M4 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU | Adreno | —★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 512 GB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2196 px | 2752 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 1000 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.68 kg | 0.58 kg★ |
| Battery | 38 Wh★ | 31 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 2025, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average reading battery (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average affordability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 26 specs.