Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Platinum 2020
Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 Space Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Platinum 2020
The Microsoft Surface Go 2 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its portability, battery life, and value for money, especially for work on the go. However, several verified buyers report receiving units with cosmetic damage, missing accessories like the keyboard, or software issues such as incorrect Windows installation and school-locked devices. Charging via USB-C is also a point of confusion, as it does not work despite some descriptions claiming otherwise.
Pros
- Portable and lightweight
- Good battery life (4-8+ hours)
- Great value for money
- Excellent condition (many units)
- Comes with free case (some)
Cons
- USB-C charging not functional
- Cosmetic damage on some units
- Missing keyboard/accessories
- Software issues (Windows install)
- School-locked devices
Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 Space Black 2025
The iPad Pro M5 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising its speed, display quality, and battery life. Many note it as a significant upgrade from older models, ideal for travel, creative work, and media consumption. A few minor criticisms include the lack of a headphone jack and the learning curve with the new interface. Overall, it's seen as a premium, high-performing device that justifies its cost.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Stunning display quality
- Excellent battery life
- Great camera
- Sleek and thin design
Cons
- No headphone jack
- Learning curve with new interface
- Keyboard compatibility issues
- Expensive
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 | Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 1.7 GHz pentium | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 2 | 10★ |
| GPU | Intel HD Graphics 615 | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.5" | 11" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2752 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | Apple Pencil Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.54 kg★ | 0.58 kg |
| Battery | — | 31 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home in S Mode | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Platinum 2020
- Strong gpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (70th percentile)
- Below average cpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average battery (29th percentile)
Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 Space Black 2025
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.