Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gray 2019
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gray 2019
The iPad mini receives mostly positive feedback for its performance, condition, and value as a refurbished product. Many users praise its like-new appearance, easy setup, and included charger, though a few report cosmetic issues like dents and scratches. One verified buyer experienced poor packaging and a nearly dead battery, while another noted occasional screen jitters. Overall, most customers are satisfied and recommend the seller.
Pros
- Like-new condition
- Easy setup
- Included charger
- Great performance
- Good battery life
Cons
- Cosmetic dents and scratches
- Poor packaging
- Nearly dead battery on arrival
- Cheap third-party charger
- Screen jitters occasionally
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
The Surface Pro 11 receives generally positive feedback for its sleek design, vibrant OLED display, and impressive battery life. However, significant frustrations arise from the Snapdragon ARM processor's compatibility issues with many applications and peripherals, along with some reports of hardware defects and a fragile screen. The device is praised for portability and speed, but potential buyers are strongly advised to verify software compatibility before purchasing.
Pros
- Sleek and elegant design
- Vibrant OLED display
- Excellent battery life
- Fast and snappy performance
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- Snapdragon ARM compatibility issues
- Fragile screen prone to cracking
- Keyboard and pen sold separately
- Blue screen and stability problems
- Screen door effect on OLED model
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Apple M2 ★ | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 12★ |
| GPU* | —★ | X1 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 7.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wireless-AC | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.47 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 53 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 5th Generation Gray 2019
- Strong gpu (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (76th percentile)
- Strong storage (74th percentile)
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Verdict
Scores 72 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 26 specs.