Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
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Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
Apple
71 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
92 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The iPad Mini 6 is praised for its portability and low-key design, making it easy to carry everywhere. Users appreciate its performance for study and relaxation, though some wish for a larger screen. Refurbished units have arrived in great condition, with minor issues like sticky residue easily overlooked.
Pros
- Highly portable and low-key design
- Great for study and relaxation
- Excellent refurbished condition
- Apple Pencil support
- Fits in small purses
Cons
- Some wish for larger screen
- Sticky residue on refurbished units
- Risk of theft in public areas
Portability 3
Screen size 2
Refurbished condition 2
Performance 2
Apple pencil support 1
Theft risk 1
Scores
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Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Core i5 | Apple A15 Bionic★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 6★ |
| GPU | Integrated★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 8.3" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2266 px |
| Panel | LCD | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1★ | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.89 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong gpu (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
- Strong sharpness (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong portability (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6 2021, A15 Bionic, 4GB, 64GB, Space Gray
Verdict
Winner: Apple iPad Mini 8.3" 6
Scores 71 overall, wins 1 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 25 specs.
