Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
Apple
82 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
Microsoft
80 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
82 out of 100 medium confidence 24 reviews
The iPad Air (2022) refurbished model receives strong praise for its performance, lightweight design, and value for money. Users highlight the M1 chip's speed and smooth operation for creative and academic tasks, though some note minor cosmetic issues like scratches and battery health concerns. Overall, it is seen as a worthwhile purchase for professionals and students alike.
Pros
- Fast M1 chip performance
- Lightweight and portable design
- Great value for refurbished price
- Smooth for creative tasks
- Excellent display quality
Cons
- Minor scratches on display
- Battery health below expectations
- Incorrect charging head included
- Battery drains quickly sometimes
- Missing original packaging
Performance 8
Battery life 6
Value for money 7
Cosmetic condition 5
Display quality 4
Compatibility 3
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Entertainment
Reading
Art Design
Business
Productivity
Specifications
| Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M1 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU* | Integrated Graphics | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2360 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.46 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | 29 Wh | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong storage (88th percentile)88th %ile
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
No current pricing available
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" Surface Pro 11 Platinum 2024
Verdict
Winner: Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation
Scores 82 overall, wins 1 of 6 usage categories and 4 of 26 specs.