Apple iPad Air 13" M3 Starlight 2024
Apple
86 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
Microsoft
79 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Air 13" M3 Starlight 2024
85 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews
The iPad Air M3 is praised for its stunning 13-inch display, fast performance, and long battery life. Users find it ideal for media consumption, schoolwork, and professional use like sheet music or photography. Some note the high price and lack of a detailed manual, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Stunning 13-inch display
- Fast M3 performance
- Long battery life
- Lightweight and portable
- Great for media consumption
Cons
- High price
- No detailed manual included
- Minor size adjustment needed
Display quality 6
Performance 5
Battery life 2
Portability 2
Value for money 3
Accessory compatibility 2
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
Users are generally satisfied with the Surface Pro, praising its performance, portability, and ease of use. However, several verified buyers warn about Snapdragon/ARM processor compatibility issues with some Windows software, advising to check before purchase. The product arrives securely packaged and shipping speed is also highlighted positively.
Pros
- Great performance
- Portable and lightweight
- Easy to use
- Secure packaging
- Fast shipping
Cons
- Snapdragon/ARM compatibility issues
- Not all Windows software supported
Performance 3
Portability 2
Ease of use 2
Processor compatibility 2
Shipping speed 1
Packaging 1
Scores
Entertainment
Art Design
Reading
Business
Student
Productivity
Specifications
| Apple iPad Air 13" M3 | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M3 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU* | Apple (9-Core)★ | Arc Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2732 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 600 nits | 600 nits |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil Pro | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.62 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | 37 Wh | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 13" M3 Starlight 2024
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (94th percentile)94th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Apple iPad Air 13" M3
Scores 86 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 26 specs.
