Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
vs
Apple iPad 11" A16 Chip 2022, A16 Bionic, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Silver
Apple
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Apple iPad 11" A16 Chip 2022, A16 Bionic, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Silver
72 out of 100 medium confidence 23 reviews
The 11-inch iPad with the A16 chip is generally well-received for its snappy performance, improved base storage, and ease of use, especially for those upgrading from older models. However, some users find the relocated and reversed volume buttons awkward, and a few express frustration with the learning curve or lack of a headphone jack. Overall, it is seen as a solid, affordable entry-level tablet that meets most everyday needs.
Pros
- Snappy A16 chip performance
- Improved 128GB base storage
- Easy setup and use
- Beautiful display
- Good battery life
Cons
- Awkward relocated volume buttons
- No headphone jack
- Non-laminated screen with air gap
- 60Hz refresh rate not as smooth
- Frustrating learning curve for some
Performance 6
Storage 3
Ease of use 5
Display quality 3
Battery life 2
Volume buttons 2
Scores
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Student
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" | Apple iPad 11" A16 Chip | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | Apple A16 Bionic |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 5 |
| GPU* | Arc Graphics★ | Apple (4-Core) |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2360 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 900 nits★ | 500 nits |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.89 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | 29 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Apple iPad 11" A16 Chip 2022, A16 Bionic, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Silver
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (18th percentile)18th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Scores 81 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.