Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation 2015, A8, 2GB, 16GB, Space Gray
Apple
26 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation 2015, A8, 2GB, 16GB, Space Gray
72 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The iPad mini receives mostly positive feedback for its condition, price, and user-friendliness, especially as a gift or for children. However, a few buyers received defective units with scratches or that wouldn't turn on, and one noted the battery drains faster than larger iPads. Overall, it's seen as a good value refurbished option, though quality control can be inconsistent.
Pros
- Great condition like new
- Affordable price
- User-friendly and convenient
- Perfect size for travel
- Good as a gift
Cons
- Battery drains faster than larger iPads
- Some units arrived scratched or damaged
- Some units would not turn on
- Setup difficult for Windows users
- Price of new model not much higher
Condition 5
Value for money 4
Battery life 1
Ease of setup 2
Size and portability 2
Gift suitability 3
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
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Scores
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Specifications
| Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 6 | 10★ |
| GPU | — | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 16 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | eMMC | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 7.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wireless-AC | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 0 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.47 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad mini 7.9" 4th Generation 2015, A8, 2GB, 16GB, Space Gray
- Strong sharpness (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Strong portability (71st percentile)
- Strong screen (68th percentile)
- Below average storage (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average gpu (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average cpu (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 19 of 26 specs.