Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen 2019, A10 Fusion, 3GB, 32GB, Space Gray
Apple
68 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen 2019, A10 Fusion, 3GB, 32GB, Space Gray
82 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The iPad is widely praised for its great value, solid performance, and clear display, making it ideal for kids, daily use, and creative tasks like Procreate. However, several users report poor battery life and a slow charger that takes hours to fully charge, with one unit failing after three months. Overall, it's a reliable budget-friendly option if you're willing to upgrade the charger.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Clear and bright display
- Smooth performance for daily tasks
- Lightweight and kid-friendly
- Sufficient 128GB storage
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Very slow charger (10+ hours)
- Unit failed after 3 months
- Poor screen quality reported
- Scratches on back metal
Value for money 6
Battery life 4
Display quality 4
Performance 5
Charging speed 3
Build quality 3
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
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Scores
Student
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Reading
Business
Specifications
| Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 ★ | Core i5 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| GPU* | Integrated Graphics★ | Integrated |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 8 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4 | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 128 GB★ |
| Storage Type | eMMC | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.2" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2160 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.48 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | 32 Wh★ | — |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen 2019, A10 Fusion, 3GB, 32GB, Space Gray
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sharpness (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen wins 9 specs while Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" wins 10.