Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this tablet, praising its excellent screen, audio, and smooth multitasking performance for the price. The included pen and magnetic folio case are standout features that enhance usability for drawing and everyday tasks. While some note a slight initial lag when apps load, the device quickly becomes snappy and is considered unbeatable value, especially when on sale around $200.
Pros
- Excellent screen quality
- Great audio and speakers
- Smooth multitasking performance
- Included pen for drawing
- Magnetic folio case
Cons
- Slight initial lag when loading apps
- Cannot connect to TV via HDMI
- Not as fast as flagship phones
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
The Surface Pro 11 has received mixed feedback, with several users reporting severe issues like blue screens during startup and compatibility problems with Snapdragon/ARM processors. While some appreciate its size, speed, and build quality, others find it glitchy, slower than expected, and problematic in tablet mode without a keyboard. Verified buyers have expressed frustration over returns policy and overall reliability.
Pros
- Good size for travel
- Fast replacement for older model
- Decent price
- Great looks
- Quality build
Cons
- Blue screen during startup
- Compatibility issues with Snapdragon/ARM
- Glitchy on-screen keyboard in tablet mode
- Slower than expected performance
- No return policy for PCs
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel Core Ultra 5 238V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU* | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★ | Arc Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.1" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2560 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 800 nits★ | 600 nits |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| IP Rating | IP52 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.53 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| OS | Android 15 | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average battery (29th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 2 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 26 specs.