Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G Graphite 2022
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G Graphite 2022
The tablet receives mostly positive feedback for its OLED display, long battery life, and overall performance, especially for media consumption and gaming. However, there are significant concerns about refurbished units arriving with scratches, poor battery life, and cellular connectivity issues, particularly with Mint Mobile and Mexican carriers. Verified buyers praise the like-new condition and Samsung DeX, but a recurring complaint is the lack of an included stylus.
Pros
- OLED display quality
- Long battery life
- Expandable storage
- Samsung DeX functionality
- Like-new refurbished condition
Cons
- Cellular connectivity issues with some carriers
- Refurbished units may have scratches
- Poor battery life on some units
- No stylus included
- Not compatible with Mexican carriers
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | Apple M2 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU* | Arc Graphics★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | — |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 12.4" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2800 px |
| Panel | OLED | AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | — |
| USB-C | 2★ | — |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.87 kg | 0.45 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Android |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G Graphite 2022
- Strong screen (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong feature (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ 12.4" Galaxy Tab S8+ 5G Graphite 2022
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 15 of 26 specs.