Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB, 256GB, Platinum
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
The Apple 13-inch iPad Pro M4 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED display, blazing-fast M4 chip, and lightweight design. Users praise its performance for creative work, note-taking, and media consumption, with many calling it a worthy laptop replacement. However, some buyers report defects out of the box, poor open-box condition from retailers, and occasional software glitches. A few users also note that iPadOS limitations prevent full laptop replacement, and the high price is a recurring concern.
Pros
- Stunning OLED display
- Blazing fast M4 chip
- Lightweight and portable design
- Excellent for creative work
- Great battery life
Cons
- Defects out of the box
- Poor open-box condition
- iPadOS limitations for laptop replacement
- High price point
- Occasional software glitches
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB, 256GB, Platinum
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 refurbished unit is widely praised for its excellent condition, performance, and value. Users appreciate the included keyboard and pen, fast processor, and great screen quality, though some note poor battery life and a flimsy keyboard. A few buyers experienced issues with receiving wrong items or defective chargers, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Excellent condition like new
- Fast processor performance
- Great screen quality
- Included keyboard and pen
- Good value for money
Cons
- Poor battery life (4-6 hours)
- Flimsy keyboard feel
- Charger sometimes defective
- Risk of receiving wrong item
- Gets hot during use
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M4 ★ | 1.1 GHz core_i7 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 4 |
| GPU* | —★ | Iris Xe Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2752 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | OLED★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil Pro | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.58 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | 31 Wh | 52 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 13" M4 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Space Black
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average reading battery (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average affordability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i7-1185G7, 16GB, 256GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 26 specs.