Samsung Galaxy Tab 12.4" S10+ vs Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Samsung Galaxy Tab 12.4" S10+ 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 12GB, 512GB, Moonstone Gray
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB, 256GB, Platinum
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Tab 12.4" S10+ 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 12GB, 512GB, Moonstone Gray
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+, praising its stunning 12.4-inch display, fast performance, and generous 512GB storage. The S-Pen is a standout feature, noted for its responsiveness and natural feel for writing and drawing. Battery life and portability also receive high marks, with many calling it a powerful and beautiful tablet for work, entertainment, and creativity.
Pros
- Stunning 12.4-inch display
- Fast performance
- Generous 512GB storage
- Responsive S-Pen
- Long battery life
Cons
- No headphone jack mentioned
- No keyboard included
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB, 256GB, Platinum
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 refurbished unit is widely praised for its excellent condition, performance, and value. Users appreciate the included keyboard and pen, fast processor, and great screen quality, though some note poor battery life and a flimsy keyboard. A few buyers experienced issues with receiving wrong items or defective chargers, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Excellent condition like new
- Fast processor performance
- Great screen quality
- Included keyboard and pen
- Good value for money
Cons
- Poor battery life (4-6 hours)
- Flimsy keyboard feel
- Charger sometimes defective
- Risk of receiving wrong item
- Gets hot during use
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Tab 12.4" S10+ | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+★ | 1.1 GHz core_i7 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU | — | Iris Xe Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 512 GB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.4" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2800 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | AMOLED★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | S Pen | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| IP Rating | IP68 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.57 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 52 Wh★ |
| OS | Android 14 | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Tab 12.4" S10+ 2024, MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 12GB, 512GB, Moonstone Gray
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong water resistance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong screen (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (7th percentile)7th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB, 256GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average affordability (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 2 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 26 specs.