Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 4 vs Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 4 2015, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Silver
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 4 2015, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Silver
The product receives mixed feedback, with some buyers confirming the inclusion of a keyboard and pen, while others report missing accessories and needing to contact the seller. The device itself is praised for its performance, but the lack of clear specifications and inconsistent accessory inclusion are common concerns.
Pros
- Fast Intel Core i5 processor
- Includes charging cable and transformer
- Some units include pen and keyboard
Cons
- Inconsistent accessory inclusion
- Missing pen in some orders
- Keyboard not always included
- Lack of clear specifications
- Off-brand pen included
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 12.3" 4 | Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core i5 6th Gen | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU | Intel HD Graphics 520★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | UFS |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 12.7" |
| Resolution | 2736 px | 2944 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | — | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | Lenovo Tab Pen Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.79 kg | 0.64 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Pro | Android 14 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 4 2015, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Silver
- Strong feature (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong screen (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sharpness (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average cpu (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average gpu (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average portability (28th 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 12.3" 4 2015, Core i5, 8GB, 256GB, Silver
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 12 of 25 specs.
