reMarkable Paper Pro 11.8" RM83C-1005NW 2024, Cortex-A53, 64GB, Black
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
What Buyers Say
reMarkable Paper Pro 11.8" RM83C-1005NW 2024, Cortex-A53, 64GB, Black
The reMarkable Paper Tablet Pro is highly praised for its natural writing feel, excellent battery life, and distraction-free design. Users love the color highlighting, backlight, and seamless syncing across devices. A few note WiFi drain and limited DRM ebook support, but overall it's seen as a top-tier productivity tool.
Pros
- Natural writing feel
- Excellent battery life
- Distraction-free design
- Color highlighting
- Backlight
Cons
- WiFi drain when on
- Limited DRM ebook support
- No web portal WiFi login
- Expensive for some
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
The Surface Pro 11 receives generally positive feedback for its sleek design, portability, and impressive OLED display, with many users praising its speed and battery life. However, significant frustrations center on the Snapdragon ARM processor's compatibility issues with certain software and peripherals, as well as some reports of blue screens, fragility, and the lack of included keyboard and pen. Overall, it's a well-liked device for those with compatible needs, but a risky purchase for users reliant on legacy x86 applications.
Pros
- Sleek design
- Portable and lightweight
- Stunning OLED display
- Fast performance
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- Snapdragon ARM compatibility issues
- Keyboard and pen not included
- Fragile screen
- Blue screen errors
- Heavier than other tablets
Scores
Specifications
| reMarkable Paper Pro 11.8" RM83C-1005NW | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | 1.8 GHz quad-core Cortex-A53 | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 12★ |
| GPU | — | Adreno |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.8" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2160 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Marker Plus | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.10 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 53 Wh★ |
| OS | Linux | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
reMarkable Paper Pro 11.8" RM83C-1005NW 2024, Cortex-A53, 64GB, Black
- Strong eye comfort (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong reading battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
Pricing
reMarkable Paper Pro 11.8" RM83C-1005NW 2024, Cortex-A53, 64GB, Black
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 25 specs.