Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation 2018, A12X Bionic, 4GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Apple
82 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation 2018, A12X Bionic, 4GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
85 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
Overall reviewers are very satisfied with this refurbished iPad Pro, calling it an incredible deal for a powerful device that runs like new even years after release. Most praise the excellent screen, snappy performance, and long battery life, though a few mention minor cosmetic flaws like scratches or dents are to be expected. One negative review warns of severe damage including a defective screen and wrong model, but the majority report a positive experience with responsive customer service where issues arose.
Pros
- Excellent screen and display quality
- Snappy performance for daily tasks
- Good battery life for its age
- Great value for money refurbished
- Responsive customer service
Cons
- Deep scratch on screen in some units
- Defective screen or wrong model received
- Poor packaging and loose accessories in transit
- Battery life may be degraded (5-6 hours)
- Minor cosmetic flaws like dents and scratches
Cosmetic condition 8
Screen quality 6
Performance 6
Battery life 6
Value for money 5
Packaging and shipping 4
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU* | Apple A12X | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2732 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| 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 | 0.64 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | 37 Wh | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation 2018, A12X Bionic, 4GB, 256GB, Cellular, Space Gray
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong screen (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong feature (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average reading battery (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation
Scores 82 overall, wins 2 of 6 usage categories and 2 of 26 specs.