Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 Platinum 2025
Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 Space Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 Platinum 2025
The Microsoft Surface Pro 12 is widely praised for its sleek design, portability, and smooth performance, making it a favorite among students, photographers, and professionals. Users love the vibrant touchscreen, fast processor, and the versatility of switching between tablet and laptop modes. However, some report issues with battery life not meeting expectations, occasional overheating, and slow boot times. Accessories like the keyboard and pen are sold separately, which can increase the overall cost.
Pros
- Sleek and lightweight design
- Vibrant touchscreen display
- Fast and responsive performance
- Versatile 2-in-1 functionality
- Good battery life for most users
Cons
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Occasional overheating issues
- Slow boot and update times
- Accessories sold separately increase cost
- Some units had defects requiring return
Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 Space Black 2025
The iPad Pro M5 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising its speed, display quality, and battery life. Many note it as a significant upgrade from older models, ideal for travel, creative work, and media consumption. A few minor criticisms include the lack of a headphone jack and the learning curve with the new interface. Overall, it's seen as a premium, high-performing device that justifies its cost.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Stunning display quality
- Excellent battery life
- Great camera
- Sleek and thin design
Cons
- No headphone jack
- Learning curve with new interface
- Keyboard compatibility issues
- Expensive
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 | Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU* | X1 | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 12 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2196 px | 2752 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.68 kg | 0.58 kg★ |
| Battery | 38 Wh★ | 31 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12" EP2-33671 Platinum 2025
- Strong cpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Apple iPad Pro 11" M5 Space Black 2025
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 26 specs.