Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Black
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 2025, 12GB, 512GB, Cellular, Space Black
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Black
The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 is widely praised for its stunning OLED display, long battery life (10-11 hours), and powerful performance that handles multitasking and demanding work seamlessly. While some users reported initial defective units and quality control issues, exchanges resolved these problems, and most found the device reliable and worth the investment. The device's lightweight, convertible design is favored for portability, and the Flex Keyboard with haptic touchpad enhances usability for both work and play.
Pros
- Stunning OLED display
- Long battery life (10-11 hours)
- Powerful performance for multitasking
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Initial defective units reported
- Quality control issues
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 2025, 12GB, 512GB, Cellular, Space Black
The iPad Pro M5 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with users praising its speed, display quality, and battery life. Many note it as a significant upgrade from older models, ideal for travel, creative work, and media consumption. A few minor criticisms include the lack of a headphone jack and the learning curve with the new interface. Overall, it's seen as a premium, high-performing device that justifies its cost.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Stunning display quality
- Excellent battery life
- Great camera
- Sleek and thin design
Cons
- No headphone jack
- Learning curve with new interface
- Keyboard compatibility issues
- Expensive
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Ed | Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10 | 10 |
| GPU* | — | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 12 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2752 px |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| 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 | — | 31 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Ed 2024, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB, 512GB, Black
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 2025, 12GB, 512GB, Cellular, Space Black
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong cpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (8th percentile)8th %ile
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 26 specs.