Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gold 2019
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gold 2019
Most buyers are thrilled with this refurbished iPad Mini, praising its like-new condition, easy setup, and included charger. However, a few critical reviews highlight poor packaging, cosmetic damage, and a subpar charging cube, with one user noting screen jitter. Overall, the product delivers good value for most, but quality control and packaging need improvement.
Pros
- Like-new condition
- Easy setup
- Included charger
- Great battery life
- Smooth performance
Cons
- Poor packaging
- Cosmetic damage (dings/dents)
- Low-quality charging cube
- Battery not charged on arrival
- Screen jitter/shaking
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
The Surface Pro 11 receives generally positive feedback for its sleek design, vibrant OLED display, and impressive battery life. However, significant frustrations arise from the Snapdragon ARM processor's compatibility issues with many applications and peripherals, along with some reports of hardware defects and a fragile screen. The device is praised for portability and speed, but potential buyers are strongly advised to verify software compatibility before purchasing.
Pros
- Sleek and elegant design
- Vibrant OLED display
- Excellent battery life
- Fast and snappy performance
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- Snapdragon ARM compatibility issues
- Fragile screen prone to cracking
- Keyboard and pen sold separately
- Blue screen and stability problems
- Screen door effect on OLED model
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Dual Core★ | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 12★ |
| GPU* | —★ | X1 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 7.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (1st generation) | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 53 Wh★ |
| OS | iOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gold 2019
- Strong gpu (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong screen (68th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Pricing
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gold 2019
No current pricing available
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
Verdict
Scores 72 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 26 specs.