Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Lenovo Tab M9 9" Tab M9 Gray 2024
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
Lenovo Tab M9 9" Tab M9 Gray 2024
The Lenovo Tab M9 is widely praised for its excellent value, sharp display, and long battery life, making it a great budget-friendly option for reading, media, and light tasks. Most users find it lightweight, well-built, and easy to set up, though one reviewer struggled with initial setup. Overall, it's highly recommended for those seeking an affordable tablet.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp and bright display
- Long battery life
- Lightweight and comfortable to hold
- Good build quality
Cons
- Difficult initial setup for some
- Not suitable as a primary tablet
- Limited to light tasks
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Lenovo Tab M9 9" Tab M9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 10th Gen | MediaTek Helio G80 (8C, 2x A75 @2.0GHz + 6x A55 @1.8GHz) |
| Cores | 4 | 8★ |
| GPU | 2736 x 1824 | Integrated ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | eMMC |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 9" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 1340 px |
| Panel | LCD | IPS★ |
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.77 kg | 0.34 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android 12 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Lenovo Tab M9 9" Tab M9 Gray 2024
- Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong gpu (79th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (78th percentile)
- Below average screen (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.