Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen Space Gray 2019
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Surface Pro 7, praising its speed, lack of bloatware, and excellent battery life that lasts through 10-12 hour sessions. The pen feature is highlighted as efficient for note-taking, and the micro SSD card slot is valued for secure file storage. However, some Q&A questions remain unanswered, and a few users express hope that the device continues to perform well over time.
Pros
- Fast performance without bloatware
- Excellent battery life (10-12 hours)
- Pen support for efficient note-taking
- Micro SSD card slot for secure storage
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Unanswered Q&A questions
- Lack of micro SSD slot on newer models
- Uncertainty about long-term reliability
Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen Space Gray 2019
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
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 10th Gen | Apple M2 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| GPU | 2736 x 1824 | Integrated Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 3 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 32 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | eMMC |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 10.2" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 2160 px |
| Panel | LCD | IPS★ |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | Apple Pencil |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.77 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 32 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen Space Gray 2019
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong screen (79th percentile)
- Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 25 specs.
