Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 2nd Gen Space Gray 2017
Apple
38 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Black 2024
Microsoft
74 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 2nd Gen Space Gray 2017
No customer feedback yet
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Black 2024
68 out of 100 high confidence 155 reviews
The Surface Pro 11 receives generally positive feedback for its sleek design, portability, and impressive OLED display, with many users praising its speed and battery life. However, significant frustrations emerge around the Snapdragon ARM processor's compatibility issues with certain software and peripherals, alongside reports of screen fragility and occasional bugs. While many find it a powerful and versatile 2-in-1, others caution that it may not suit users reliant on legacy x86 applications or those expecting a flawless experience.
Pros
- Sleek and portable design
- Stunning OLED display
- Fast performance
- Excellent battery life
- Versatile 2-in-1 functionality
Cons
- Snapdragon ARM compatibility issues
- Screen fragility and cracking
- Keyboard and pen sold separately
- Occasional bugs and glitches
- Heavier than other tablets
Processor compatibility 12
Display quality 10
Battery life 8
Portability 7
Build quality 6
Performance 6
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Specifications
| Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 2nd Gen | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 |
| Cores | — | 12★ |
| GPU | — | X1★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | — | 59★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | — | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | — | 0.89 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 53 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 2nd Gen Space Gray 2017
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong storage (74th percentile)
- Strong feature (74th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average screen (29th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Black 2024
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average gpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Scores 74 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 25 specs.