Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Silver
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
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 Pro 13" M5 Silver
The iPad Pro receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Users praise its phenomenal speed, stunning display quality, and excellent battery life. Many describe it as a significant upgrade from older models, especially for creative tasks like art and photo reference. The combination with the Magic Keyboard is highlighted as a standout feature.
Pros
- Phenomenal speed
- Stunning display quality
- Excellent battery life
- Sleek and thin design
- Great camera quality
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Apple M5 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU* | Arc Graphics | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2752 px |
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| 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 | 0.58 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | 39 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2025
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Silver
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong storage (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Silver offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 26 specs.