Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
Apple iPad 10.9" 10th Gen Blue 2022
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
The Surface Pro 11 receives generally positive feedback for its sleek design, vibrant OLED display, and impressive battery life. However, significant frustrations arise from the Snapdragon ARM processor's compatibility issues with many applications and peripherals, along with some reports of hardware defects and a fragile screen. The device is praised for portability and speed, but potential buyers are strongly advised to verify software compatibility before purchasing.
Pros
- Sleek and elegant design
- Vibrant OLED display
- Excellent battery life
- Fast and snappy performance
- Lightweight and portable
Cons
- Snapdragon ARM compatibility issues
- Fragile screen prone to cracking
- Keyboard and pen sold separately
- Blue screen and stability problems
- Screen door effect on OLED model
Apple iPad 10.9" 10th Gen Blue 2022
The iPad 10th generation is widely praised for its excellent battery life, easy setup, and durable screen. Users appreciate the USB-C charging and overall performance, though some note initial update issues and the lack of a calculator app. Verified buyers consistently recommend it as a great value for everyday use.
Pros
- Excellent battery life
- Easy setup
- Durable screen
- USB-C charging
- Good performance
Cons
- Initial update issues
- No calculator app
- Calendar sync problems
- No home button
- Fingerprint ID in power button
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad 10.9" 10th Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 | A14 Bionic chip★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 12★ | 6 |
| GPU | X1★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | 59★ | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 512 GB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 10.9" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2360 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 900 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil (1st Gen) |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.89 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Battery | 53 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
Apple iPad 10.9" 10th Gen Blue 2022
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 72 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 15 of 26 specs.