Apple iPad Air 10.5" 2019 3rd Gen vs Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 2019 3rd Gen, 4GB, 64GB, Cellular, Gray
Apple
60 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 2019 3rd Gen, 4GB, 64GB, Cellular, Gray
82 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The iPad Air 3 refurbished unit receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its near-mint condition, excellent battery life, and great value for money. Users praise its performance for drawing, note-taking, and streaming, with many noting it looks and runs like new. However, a few buyers report cosmetic issues like scratches or a known display white spot defect, and one reviewer had a security concern with leftover software. Overall, most customers are highly satisfied and recommend it as a budget-friendly option.
Pros
- Near-mint condition
- Excellent battery life
- Great value for money
- Perfect for drawing and note-taking
- Fast charging and setup
Cons
- Cosmetic scratches and wear
- Known display white spot defect
- Leftover software from previous owner
- Poor Amazon packaging
- Non-Apple OEM charger included
Condition 8
Value for money 6
Battery life 3
Display defect 2
Cosmetic issues 3
Packaging 2
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Apple iPad Air 10.5" 2019 3rd Gen | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 ★ | Core i5 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU* | —★ | Integrated |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.5" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2224 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | — | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.45 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| OS | iOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 2019 3rd Gen, 4GB, 64GB, Cellular, Gray
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong feature (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong portability (79th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
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 sharpness (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Scores 67 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 24 specs.