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
81 Overall Score
vs
BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green

BOOX
50 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

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

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green

78 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

The Boox Note Air 5C is praised for its excellent handwriting experience, fast performance, and versatile Android-based functionality, making it a powerful e-ink tablet for note-taking, reading, and productivity. However, users consistently criticize the poor pen attachment design, which often causes the stylus to fall off or get lost, and some note that the battery life is only moderate under heavy use. The screen quality is generally good, though a few mention ghosting and a dimmer color display compared to expectations.

Pros
  • Excellent handwriting experience
  • Fast performance
  • Versatile Android apps
  • Good for reading and note-taking
  • Color e-ink display
Cons
  • Poor pen attachment design
  • Mediocre battery life under heavy use
  • Ghosting effects on screen
  • Dim color display
  • Non-intuitive UI
👍 Handwriting experience 5
👎 Pen attachment 4
🤔 Battery life 4
🤔 Screen quality 4
👍 Performance 3
👍 Android apps 3

Scores

Reading
Microsoft
45
BOOX
89
Art Design
Microsoft
85
BOOX
40
Entertainment
Microsoft
84
BOOX
23
Productivity
Microsoft
84
BOOX
34
Student
Microsoft
77
BOOX
38
Business
Microsoft
74
BOOX
34

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th EditionBOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C
Processor
CPUIntel Core Ultra 7 268V★Qualcomm
CPU Multi-Core Score
19,284
No data
Cores88
GPUArc Graphics★eink
GPU Benchmark Score
5,484
No data
Memory & Storage
RAM32 GB★6 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5X★LPDDR4
Storage1 TB★64 GB
Storage TypeSSD★UFS
Expandable✗✓★
Display
Size13"10.3"
Resolution2880 px★2480 px
PanelOLED★LCD
Refresh Rate120 Hz★—
Brightness600 nits★—
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7★Wi-Fi
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4★Bluetooth 5.1
USB-C2★1
Cellular✗✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelSurface Slim PenBOOX Pen Plus
Fingerprint Reader✗✓★
Face Unlock✓★—
Physical
Weight0.87 kg0.43 kg★
Battery47 Wh★—
OSWindows 11 ProAndroid 15

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)

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green

  • Strong eye comfort (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong reading battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong sharpness (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong portability (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Below average battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
  • Below average affordability (25th percentile)

Pricing

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green is $1,970 cheaper (4.7x less).

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum0.033score per dollar
vs
BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green0.095score per dollar

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green offers 2.9x better value for money

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

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C 2025, Qualcomm, 6GB, 64GB, Green

Verdict

★ Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition

Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Better at:

StudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment

BOOX Note Air 10.3" Note Air5 C Better at:

Reading

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