Apple iPad Pro 12.9 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2017, 64GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2017, 64GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray

Apple
63 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft
82 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2017, 64GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray

No customer feedback yet

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

Users are generally satisfied with the Surface Pro, praising its performance, portability, and ease of use. However, several verified buyers warn about Snapdragon/ARM processor compatibility issues with some Windows software, advising to check before purchase. The product arrives securely packaged and shipping speed is also highlighted positively.

Pros
  • Great performance
  • Portable and lightweight
  • Easy to use
  • Secure packaging
  • Fast shipping
Cons
  • Snapdragon/ARM compatibility issues
  • Not all Windows software supported
👍 Performance 3
👍 Portability 2
👍 Ease of use 2
👎 Processor compatibility 2
👍 Shipping speed 1
👍 Packaging 1

Scores

Art Design
Apple
71
Microsoft
85
Entertainment
Apple
59
Microsoft
84
Productivity
Apple
69
Microsoft
84
Student
Apple
73
Microsoft
76
Business
Apple
65
Microsoft
74
Reading
Apple
47
Microsoft
45

Specifications

Apple iPad Pro 12.9Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Processor
CPU*Apple M2 Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★
CPU Multi-Core Score
15,636
19,284
Cores88
GPUPowerVR Series 7Arc Graphics★
GPU Benchmark ScoreNo data
5,484
Memory & Storage
RAM64 GB★32 GB
RAM Generation—LPDDR5X★
Storage64 GB1 TB★
Storage Type—SSD★
Expandable—✗
Display
Size12.9"13"
Resolution—2880 px★
PanelLCDOLED★
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Brightness—600 nits★
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11acWi-Fi 7★
Bluetooth—Bluetooth 5.4★
USB-C12★
Cellular✓★✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelApple PencilSurface Slim Pen
Fingerprint Reader✗✗
Face Unlock✓✓
Physical
Weight0.45 kg★0.87 kg
Battery—47 Wh★
OSiOSWindows 11 Pro

Pros & Cons

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2017, 64GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray

  • Strong ram (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong cpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Strong gpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Below average storage (30th percentile)
  • Below average battery (32nd percentile)

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

  • Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Below average affordability (1st percentile)1st %ile
  • Below average portability (24th percentile)

Pricing

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2017, 64GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition

Scores 82 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 26 specs.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 Better at:

Reading

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Better at:

StudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment

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