Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Gen Silver 2018
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Surface Pro 7, praising its speed, lack of bloatware, and excellent battery life that lasts through 10-12 hour sessions. The pen feature is highlighted as efficient for note-taking, and the micro SSD card slot is valued for secure file storage. However, some Q&A questions remain unanswered, and a few users express hope that the device continues to perform well over time.
Pros
- Fast performance without bloatware
- Excellent battery life (10-12 hours)
- Pen support for efficient note-taking
- Micro SSD card slot for secure storage
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Unanswered Q&A questions
- Lack of micro SSD slot on newer models
- Uncertainty about long-term reliability
Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Gen Silver 2018
The iPad 6th generation receives mostly positive feedback for its value as a budget-friendly refurbished device, especially for children and casual use like reading, drawing, and watching shows. However, several users report issues such as battery drain, app glitches, a blue line appearing on the screen, and the included stylus not being compatible with this model. The lack of ongoing software updates from Apple is also a notable concern.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Good for reading and drawing
- Perfect for children
- Comes with charger and adapter
- Works well for casual use
Cons
- Battery drains quickly
- App glitches and crashes
- Blue line appears on screen
- Included stylus not compatible
- No more software updates from Apple
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 10th Gen | Apple M2 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| GPU | 2736 x 1824 | PowerVR Series7XT Plus★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 2 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 9.7" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 2048 px |
| Panel | LCD | IPS★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | Apple Pencil |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.77 kg | 0.47 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Gen Silver 2018
- Strong gpu (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong screen (70th percentile)
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 68 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 23 specs.