Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
Apple iPad 11" A16 Blue 2025
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
Apple iPad 11" A16 Blue 2025
The iPad 11-inch with A16 chip receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its speed, ease of use, and suitability as a replacement for older devices. Users appreciate the fast delivery from B&H and find it great for tasks like monitoring on set or as a mini laptop. A few complaints mention frustrating internal logic for some users and awkward volume button placement that feels reversed.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Easy to use
- Great for travel
- Good replacement for old devices
- Fast delivery from B&H
Cons
- Frustrating internal logic for some
- Awkward reversed volume button placement
- No pencil included
- No directions in box
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad 11" A16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | Apple A16 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 5 |
| GPU | Arc Graphics★ | Apple (4-Core) |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2360 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 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 | 0.87 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | 29 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Apple iPad 11" A16 Blue 2025
- Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.