Apple iPad mini 8.5" A20 Pro 2026, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Starlight
Apple
59 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad mini 8.5" A20 Pro 2026, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Starlight
No customer feedback yet
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
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
Performance 3
Portability 2
Ease of use 2
Processor compatibility 2
Shipping speed 1
Packaging 1
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Specifications
| Apple iPad mini 8.5" A20 Pro | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | — | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | — | 8★ |
| GPU | — | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8.5" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2316 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil Pro | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad mini 8.5" A20 Pro 2026, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Starlight
- Strong sharpness (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong portability (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
- Below average gpu (33rd percentile)
- Below average cpu (35th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average portability (25th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.