Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
The Surface Pro 8 receives mixed reviews. While some users praise its performance as a complete PC in tablet form and a worthy upgrade, many verified buyers report severe issues like defective batteries that won't charge, overheating, and units arriving refurbished or with sticky residue. A recurring design complaint is the placement of ports and volume controls on opposite short ends, which blocks ports in portrait mode and causes accidental volume presses.
Pros
- Complete PC in tablet size
- Fast charging
- Sleek finish
- Good upgrade from older models
Cons
- Defective battery not charging
- Overheating out of box
- Ports blocked in portrait mode
- Accidental volume button presses
- Refurbished units sold as new
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
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
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i5 1135G7 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4★ | 1 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | UFS |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 12.7" |
| Resolution | 2880 px | 2944 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | 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 | 0.89 kg | 0.64 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Android 14 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong gpu (78th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd 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 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 23 specs.
