Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
The Surface Pro 11 receives mixed reviews. Many users praise its performance, display, and battery life, especially in the refurbished models, but a significant number report serious issues like blue screens, compatibility problems with ARM/Snapdragon processors, and occasional glitches. The device is seen as a great value when it works, but reliability concerns and the lack of included keyboard/pen are common complaints.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Beautiful display
- Long battery life
- Lightweight and portable
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Blue screen issues
- ARM/Snapdragon compatibility problems
- Keyboard and pen not included
- Occasional glitches
- No return policy for PCs
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
The Apple 13-inch iPad Pro M4 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED display, blazing-fast M4 chip, and lightweight design. Users praise its performance for creative work, note-taking, and media consumption, with many calling it a worthy laptop replacement. However, some buyers report defects out of the box, poor open-box condition from retailers, and occasional software glitches. A few users also note that iPadOS limitations prevent full laptop replacement, and the high price is a recurring concern.
Pros
- Stunning OLED display
- Blazing fast M4 chip
- Lightweight and portable design
- Excellent for creative work
- Great battery life
Cons
- Defects out of the box
- Poor open-box condition
- iPadOS limitations for laptop replacement
- High price point
- Occasional software glitches
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 | Apple M4 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10 | 10 |
| GPU | Adreno | —★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 512 GB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2752 px |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 150 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.89 kg | 0.58 kg★ |
| Battery | 48 Wh★ | 31 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average reading battery (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 26 specs.