BOOX Tab X C 13.3" 2025, + BSR, 6GB, 128GB, Gray
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
What Buyers Say
BOOX Tab X C 13.3" 2025, + BSR, 6GB, 128GB, Gray
The Boox Tab X C receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its large 13.3-inch screen, excellent for reading PDFs and note-taking, with improved color e-ink and handwriting recognition. However, significant complaints include a dark screen, poor battery life, sluggish interface, ghosting, and a writing feel described as "skating on glass." The high price and limited app compatibility are also common concerns, making it a niche device best suited for focused productivity rather than general tablet use.
Pros
- Large 13.3-inch screen for PDFs
- Improved color e-ink display
- Good handwriting recognition
- Android OS for app flexibility
- Lightweight and thin design
Cons
- Dark screen with muted colors
- Poor battery life for some users
- Sluggish and laggy interface
- Ghosting issues
- Unacceptable writing feel (skating on glass)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
The Surface Pro 11 receives generally positive feedback for its sleek design, portability, and impressive OLED display, with many users praising its speed and battery life. However, significant frustrations center on the Snapdragon ARM processor's compatibility issues with certain software and peripherals, as well as some reports of blue screens, fragility, and the lack of included keyboard and pen. Overall, it's a well-liked device for those with compatible needs, but a risky purchase for users reliant on legacy x86 applications.
Pros
- Sleek design
- Portable and lightweight
- Stunning OLED display
- Fast performance
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- Snapdragon ARM compatibility issues
- Keyboard and pen not included
- Fragile screen
- Blue screen errors
- Heavier than other tablets
Scores
Specifications
| BOOX Tab X C 13.3" | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Qualcomm | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 12★ |
| GPU | — | Adreno |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.3" | 13" |
| Resolution | 3200 px★ | 2880 px |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | InkSpire Stylus | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.39 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 53 Wh★ |
| OS | Android 13 | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
BOOX Tab X C 13.3" 2025, + BSR, 6GB, 128GB, Gray
- Strong reading battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong eye comfort (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sharpness (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average affordability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
Pricing
BOOX Tab X C 13.3" 2025, + BSR, 6GB, 128GB, Gray
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 15 of 25 specs.
