Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Matte Black 2019
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Matte Black 2019
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 receives generally positive feedback for its portability, performance in office and drawing tasks, and value as a refurbished device. However, several verified buyers report missing accessories like the type cover and pen, poor battery life (as low as 1.5 hours), a dim screen, and a defective USB port with poor customer support. The mixed experiences with included items and hardware reliability bring the overall sentiment down.
Pros
- Portable and lightweight
- Good for office and drawing tasks
- Great value as refurbished
- Fast performance for basic tasks
- Works well with docking station
Cons
- Missing type cover and pen in box
- Very short battery life (1.5 hours)
- Dim screen readability
- Defective USB port on some units
- Poor customer support for defects
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
Users are very satisfied with the Galaxy Tab S11, praising its performance, design, and value. The tablet is seen as a significant upgrade from older models, with expandable storage and a large screen being key positives. One verified reviewer noted the official keyboard case is a downgrade and awkward, but the tablet itself is universally recommended.
Pros
- Sleek and premium design
- Excellent overall performance
- Expandable storage option
- Good value for money
- Large and immersive screen
Cons
- Official keyboard case is a downgrade
- Keyboard cannot fold flat for handheld use
- No built-in S Pen storage on keyboard case
- Keyboard case is overpriced
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i7 1065G★ | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 8★ |
| GPU | Plus★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 12 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | — |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | LCD | AMOLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.79 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android 16 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Matte Black 2019
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong feature (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average cpu (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average gpu (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
- Strong feature (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong screen (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 25 specs.