Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Apple iPad Air 13" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
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
Apple iPad Air 13" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple
The Apple iPad Air 13-inch with M2 chip receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Users praise its blazing-fast performance, excellent battery life, and the large, vibrant display that is ideal for gaming, creative work, and productivity. A few minor drawbacks include the incompatibility with the first-generation Apple Pencil and a slight increase in weight compared to the 11-inch model, but overall it is considered a worthwhile upgrade.
Pros
- Blazing fast M2 performance
- Excellent battery life
- Large and vibrant 13-inch display
- Great for gaming and multitasking
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Incompatible with first-generation Apple Pencil
- Slightly heavier than 11-inch model
- Requires purchase of Apple Pencil Pro for stylus use
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad Air 13" M2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | Apple M2 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU* | Arc Graphics★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2732 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits | 600 nits |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil Pro |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.87 kg | 0.62 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | 37 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
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)
Apple iPad Air 13" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong feature (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average reading battery (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average affordability (21st percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 2 of 26 specs.
