Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13" 2022, Microsoft SQ3, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular, Platinum
Microsoft
64 Overall Score
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Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
Lenovo
78 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13" 2022, Microsoft SQ3, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular, Platinum
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Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
82 out of 100 high confidence 79 reviews
The Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus is widely praised for its excellent value, bundling a premium tablet with keyboard, pen, and stand at a competitive price. Users love the vibrant 144Hz display, powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, and impressive Harman Kardon speakers. However, some criticize the software experience, noting glitches, a lackluster AI, and limited storage expansion, while a few mention thermal throttling during gaming and a finicky stylus connection.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Included keyboard and pen
- Vibrant 144Hz display
- Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Impressive Harman Kardon speakers
Cons
- Software glitches and bugs
- Limited storage, no microSD
- AI features underwhelming
- Thermal throttling during gaming
- Stylus connection issues
Value for money 25
Display quality 20
Audio quality 15
Performance 18
Software experience 12
Storage expandability 8
Scores
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Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13" | Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | —★ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 512 GB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | UFS |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 12.7" |
| Resolution | 2880 px | 2944 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | — | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Lenovo Tab Pen Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.88 kg | 0.64 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Android 14 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13" 2022, Microsoft SQ3, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong screen (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (23rd percentile)
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
- Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13" 2022, Microsoft SQ3, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular, Platinum
No current pricing available
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
Verdict
Winner: Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 23 specs.
