Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
The Surface Pro 11 has received mixed feedback, with several users reporting severe issues like blue screens during startup and compatibility problems with Snapdragon/ARM processors. While some appreciate its size, speed, and build quality, others find it glitchy, slower than expected, and problematic in tablet mode without a keyboard. Verified buyers have expressed frustration over returns policy and overall reliability.
Pros
- Good size for travel
- Fast replacement for older model
- Decent price
- Great looks
- Quality build
Cons
- Blue screen during startup
- Compatibility issues with Snapdragon/ARM
- Glitchy on-screen keyboard in tablet mode
- Slower than expected performance
- No return policy for PCs
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025
The iPad Pro 13-inch receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning display, blazing speed, and excellent battery life. Users upgrading from older models are particularly impressed, though some note that recent iPad owners may not need the upgrade. A few reviews mention the product hasn't been received yet, but overall sentiment is highly favorable.
Pros
- Stunning display quality
- Blazing fast performance
- Excellent battery life
- Sleek and thin design
- Great for productivity and gaming
Cons
- No headphone jack
- Minor upgrade for recent iPad owners
- Some users haven't received product yet
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 5 238V | 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 | 512 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2752 px |
| Panel | LCD | 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 | — | 39 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Platinum 2024
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025
- Strong screen (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Apple iPad Pro 13" M5 Space Black 2025 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 26 specs.
