Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
Most buyers are thrilled with the refurbished Surface Go 2, praising its speed, flawless operation, and excellent video and audio quality. However, a few experienced cosmetic issues like scratches and a degraded battery at 67% capacity with 566 cycles, which significantly dampened their satisfaction. Overall, the sentiment is positive but tempered by concerns about refurbishment consistency.
Pros
- Fast OS loading and operation
- Excellent video quality
- Satisfactory audio quality
- Flawless performance (when in good condition)
- Good value for refurbished price
Cons
- Inconsistent refurbishment quality
- Battery degradation (67% capacity, 566 cycles)
- Cosmetic scratches and scuffs
- Sticky residue on device
- BitLocker and TPM disabled
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025
The iPad Pro 13-inch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning display, blazing speed, and excellent battery life. Users upgrading from older models are particularly impressed, though some note that recent iPad owners may not need the upgrade. A few reviews mention the product hasn't been received yet, but overall sentiment is highly favorable.
Pros
- Stunning display quality
- Blazing fast performance
- Excellent battery life
- Sleek and thin design
- Great for productivity and gaming
Cons
- No headphone jack
- Minor upgrade for recent iPad owners
- Some users haven't received product yet
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 | Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core m3-8100Y | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 10★ |
| GPU | Integrated | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.5" | 13" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2752 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 150 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Dial | Apple Pencil Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.55 kg★ | 0.58 kg |
| Battery | 45 Wh★ | 39 Wh |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong cpu (73rd percentile)
- Below average screen (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 26 specs.