Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" A9+ Graphite 2023
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" A9+ Graphite 2023
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is a budget-friendly tablet that impresses many with its display, speed, and value for money, especially for kids and media consumption. However, a significant number of users report serious issues with charging, battery life, and slow performance, which has led to frustration and returns. While some find it a great buy, others warn of known defects and poor customer support, making it a mixed experience overall.
Pros
- Great display quality
- Good value for money
- Fast performance for basic tasks
- Durable build
- Good for kids
Cons
- Charging issues
- Slow performance
- Battery life problems
- No charging head included
- Poor customer support
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" A9+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 10th Gen | Apple M2 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 4 | 8★ |
| GPU | 2736 x 1824 | X1★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | — | 59★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | eMMC |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | — | 90 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 480 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | Crayo-Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.77 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android 13 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average battery (29th percentile)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" A9+ Graphite 2023
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (69th percentile)
- Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
No current pricing available
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11" A9+ Graphite 2023
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 25 specs.
