Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
Lenovo Tab M9 9" M9 Arctic Grey 2023
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" M9 Arctic Grey 2023
The Lenovo Tab M8 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value for money, lightweight design, and decent performance for basic tasks like streaming and browsing. However, significant complaints include limited memory causing app crashes, unresponsive touch navigation, and a serious warranty issue reported by one buyer. Overall, it is seen as a good budget option but with notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and portable
- Clear display for streaming
- Good for basic tasks
- Comes with case and screen cover
Cons
- Limited memory causing app crashes
- Unresponsive touch navigation
- Warranty expired before purchase
- SD card cannot be used for active tasks
- Not suitable for heavy apps or spreadsheets
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | Lenovo Tab M9 9" M9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 10th Gen | MediaTek Helio G80 |
| Cores | 4 | 8★ |
| GPU | 2736 x 1824 | Arm Mali-G52 MC2 GPU |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 3 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 32 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 | Stylus Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.77 kg★ | 0.85 kg |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android |
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)
Lenovo Tab M9 9" M9 Arctic Grey 2023
- Strong cpu (71st percentile)
- Strong gpu (69th percentile)
- Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average screen (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (25th percentile)
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 Platinum 2019
No current pricing available
Lenovo Tab M9 9" M9 Arctic Grey 2023
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
