Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Surface Pro 7, praising its speed, lack of bloatware, and excellent battery life that lasts through 10-12 hour sessions. The pen feature is highlighted as efficient for note-taking, and the micro SSD card slot is valued for secure file storage. However, some Q&A questions remain unanswered, and a few users express hope that the device continues to perform well over time.
Pros
- Fast performance without bloatware
- Excellent battery life (10-12 hours)
- Pen support for efficient note-taking
- Micro SSD card slot for secure storage
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Unanswered Q&A questions
- Lack of micro SSD slot on newer models
- Uncertainty about long-term reliability
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its vivid screen, good build quality, and the included S Pen, several verified buyers report serious issues like overheating, battery failure, missing accessories, and misleading listings. Customer service experiences vary widely, from excellent support to complete neglect.
Pros
- Vivid and bright screen
- Good build quality
- Included S Pen
- Fast performance for age
- Good cameras
Cons
- Missing S Pen or accessories
- Overheating issues
- Battery not charging fully
- Misleading listings (carrier-locked)
- Poor customer service from some sellers
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 10th Gen | 1.6 GHz Snapdragon |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| GPU | 2736 x 1824 | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 32 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✓★ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 9.7" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 2048 px |
| Panel | LCD | AMOLED★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | 802.11abg |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Cellular | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.77 kg | 0.43 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android 9 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong cpu (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average battery (29th percentile)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7" SASM-T820NZSAXAR Silver 2017
- Strong screen (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average cpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average gpu (16th percentile)16th %ile
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 21 specs.