Apple iPad Air 11" M3 2025, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Starlight

Apple iPad Air 11" M3 2025, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Starlight

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft
81 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple iPad Air 11" M3 2025, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Starlight

88 out of 100 medium confidence 27 reviews

Users are overwhelmingly positive about the iPad Air M3, praising its speed, display quality, and portability. Many note it's a great value, often replacing older iPads or even the iPad Pro for their needs. A few mention excellent retailer service and easy setup, while some suggest buying accessories like a case and screen protector.

Pros
  • Fast performance
  • Crystal clear display
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Great battery life
  • Good value for money
Cons
  • Accessories not suggested
  • No case or screen protector included
👍 Performance 8
👍 Display quality 6
👍 Portability 7
👍 Battery life 3
👍 Value for money 5
👍 Ease of setup 3

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

Users are generally satisfied with the Surface Pro, praising its performance, portability, and ease of use. However, several verified buyers warn about Snapdragon/ARM processor compatibility issues with some Windows software, advising to check before purchase. The product arrives securely packaged and shipping speed is also highlighted positively.

Pros
  • Great performance
  • Portable and lightweight
  • Easy to use
  • Secure packaging
  • Fast shipping
Cons
  • Snapdragon/ARM compatibility issues
  • Not all Windows software supported
👍 Performance 3
👍 Portability 2
👍 Ease of use 2
👎 Processor compatibility 2
👍 Shipping speed 1
👍 Packaging 1

Scores

Business
Apple
90
Microsoft
74
Student
Apple
89
Microsoft
76
Entertainment
Apple
89
Microsoft
84
Art Design
Apple
88
Microsoft
85
Productivity
Apple
82
Microsoft
84
Reading
Apple
63
Microsoft
45

Specifications

Apple iPad Air 11" M3Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Processor
CPU*Apple M3 Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★
CPU Multi-Core Score
19,056
19,284
Cores88
GPU*Apple (9-Core)★Arc Graphics
GPU Benchmark Score
5,786
5,484
Memory & Storage
RAM8 GB32 GB★
RAM Generation—LPDDR5X★
Storage512 GB1 TB★
Storage TypeSSDSSD
Expandable✗✗
Display
Size11"13"
Resolution2360 px2880 px★
PanelLiquid RetinaOLED★
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz★
Brightness500 nits600 nits★
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7★
BluetoothBluetoothBluetooth 5.4★
USB-C12★
Cellular✓★✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelApple Pencil ProSurface Slim Pen
Fingerprint Reader✓★✗
Face Unlock✗✓★
Physical
Weight0.46 kg★0.87 kg
Battery29 Wh47 Wh★
OSiPadOSWindows 11 Pro

Pros & Cons

Apple iPad Air 11" M3 2025, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Starlight

  • Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong gpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong cpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

  • Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Below average affordability (1st percentile)1st %ile
  • Below average portability (24th percentile)

Pricing

Apple iPad Air 11" M3 2025, 8GB, 512GB, Cellular, Starlight

No current pricing available

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple iPad Air 11" M3

Scores 92 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 26 specs.

Apple iPad Air 11" M3 Better at:

ReadingStudentBusinessArt DesignEntertainment