Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230 Black 2024

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230 Black 2024

Microsoft
70 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

Samsung
82 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230 Black 2024

35 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

The Surface Pro 11 has received mixed feedback, with several users praising its size, weight, and performance, but others reporting serious issues like blue screens, glitchy behavior, and compatibility problems with Snapdragon processors. A few reviewers noted that not all software works with ARM processors, and one experienced repeated crashes requiring a reset. Overall, while some find it excellent, the negative experiences weigh heavily, especially given the high price.

Pros
  • Compact size and weight
  • Good performance
  • Fast delivery
  • Good build quality
Cons
  • Blue screen crashes
  • Snapdragon compatibility issues
  • Glitchy behavior
  • Slow response in some cases
  • High price
🤔 Performance 4
👎 Processor compatibility 3
👎 Stability 3
👍 Portability 3
👎 Value for money 2
👍 Delivery speed 2

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

90 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

Users are very satisfied with the Galaxy Tab S11, praising its performance, design, and value. The tablet is seen as a significant upgrade from older models, with expandable storage and a large screen being key positives. One verified reviewer noted the official keyboard case is a downgrade and awkward, but the tablet itself is universally recommended.

Pros
  • Sleek and premium design
  • Excellent overall performance
  • Expandable storage option
  • Good value for money
  • Large and immersive screen
Cons
  • Official keyboard case is a downgrade
  • Keyboard cannot fold flat for handheld use
  • No built-in S Pen storage on keyboard case
  • Keyboard case is overpriced
👍 Performance 5
👍 Value for money 2
👍 Build quality 2
👍 Screen quality 1
👍 Storage expansion 2
👎 Keyboard accessory 1

Scores

Art Design
Microsoft
79
Samsung
91
Entertainment
Microsoft
81
Samsung
81
Reading
Microsoft
79
Samsung
79
Student
Microsoft
78
Samsung
78
Productivity
Microsoft
78
Samsung
75
Business
Microsoft
70
Samsung
70

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"
Processor
CPUIntel Core Ultra 7 266V★MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
CPU Multi-Core Score
19,381
No data
Cores88
GPUArc Graphics★—
GPU Benchmark Score
5,484
No data
Memory & Storage
RAM16 GB★12 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5X★—
Storage512 GB512 GB
Storage TypeSSD★—
Expandable✗✓★
Display
Size13"11"
Resolution2880 px★2560 px
PanelOLEDAMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness600 nits★—
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7★—
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.4
USB-C2★1
Cellular✗✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelSurface Slim PenS Pen
Fingerprint Reader✗✓★
Face Unlock✓✓
IP Rating—IP68
Physical
Weight0.87 kg0.48 kg★
Battery47 Wh★—
OSWindows 11 ProAndroid 16

Pros & Cons

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230 Black 2024

  • Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

  • Strong feature (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong screen (93rd percentile)93rd %ile

Pricing

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230 Black 2024

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"

Scores 82 overall, wins 1 of 6 usage categories and 3 of 27 specs.

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" EP2-20230 Better at:

Productivity

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Better at:

Art Design