Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum

Microsoft
64 Overall Score
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Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell

Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell

Lenovo
78 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum

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Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell

82 out of 100 high confidence 79 reviews

The Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus is widely praised for its excellent value, bundling a premium tablet with keyboard, pen, and stand at a competitive price. Users love the vibrant 144Hz display, powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, and impressive Harman Kardon speakers. However, some criticize the software experience, noting glitches, a lackluster AI, and limited storage expansion, while a few mention thermal throttling during gaming and a finicky stylus connection.

Pros
  • Excellent value for money
  • Included keyboard and pen
  • Vibrant 144Hz display
  • Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
  • Impressive Harman Kardon speakers
Cons
  • Software glitches and bugs
  • Limited storage, no microSD
  • AI features underwhelming
  • Thermal throttling during gaming
  • Stylus connection issues
👍 Value for money 25
👍 Display quality 20
👍 Audio quality 15
👍 Performance 18
👎 Software experience 12
👎 Storage expandability 8

Scores

Art Design
Microsoft
70
Lenovo
83
Student
Microsoft
63
Lenovo
82
Entertainment
Microsoft
68
Lenovo
81
Productivity
Microsoft
68
Lenovo
75
Business
Microsoft
61
Lenovo
72
Reading
Microsoft
22
Lenovo
48

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US
Processor
CPU*Intel Core i5 1235U★Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
CPU Multi-Core Score
12,385
11,284
Cores10★8
GPUIris Xe Graphics★—
GPU Benchmark Score
2,593
No data
Memory & Storage
RAM8 GB16 GB★
RAM GenerationLPDDR5LPDDR5X★
Storage256 GB256 GB
Storage TypeSSD★UFS
Expandable✗✗
Display
Size13"12.7"
Resolution2880 px2944 px★
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh Rate120 Hz144 Hz★
Brightness—900 nits★
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7★
BluetoothBluetooth 5.1Bluetooth 5.4★
USB-C2★1
Cellular✗✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelSurface Slim Pen 2Lenovo Tab Pen Pro
Fingerprint Reader✗✓★
Face Unlock✓✓
Physical
Weight0.90 kg0.64 kg★
OSWindows 11 HomeAndroid 14

Pros & Cons

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum

  • Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
  • Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
  • Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
  • Below average social proof (13th percentile)13th %ile
  • Below average portability (20th percentile)20th %ile

Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell

  • Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Below average affordability (22nd percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US

Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 25 specs.

Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US Better at:

ReadingStudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment