Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Tablet 12.3" Touchscreen vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Tablet 12.3" Touchscreen 2018, Core i5-8350U, 16GB, 256GB

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Tablet 12.3" Touchscreen 2018, Core i5-8350U, 16GB, 256GB

Microsoft
44 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray

Samsung
78 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Tablet 12.3" Touchscreen 2018, Core i5-8350U, 16GB, 256GB

No customer feedback yet

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray

90 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

Users are very satisfied with the Galaxy Tab S11, praising its performance, design, and value. The tablet is seen as a significant upgrade from older models, with expandable storage and a large screen being key positives. One verified reviewer noted the official keyboard case is a downgrade and awkward, but the tablet itself is universally recommended.

Pros
  • Sleek and premium design
  • Excellent overall performance
  • Expandable storage option
  • Good value for money
  • Large and immersive screen
Cons
  • Official keyboard case is a downgrade
  • Keyboard cannot fold flat for handheld use
  • No built-in S Pen storage on keyboard case
  • Keyboard case is overpriced
👍 Performance 5
👍 Value for money 2
👍 Build quality 2
👍 Screen quality 1
👍 Storage expansion 2
👎 Keyboard accessory 1

Scores

Art Design
Microsoft
53
Samsung
87
Entertainment
Microsoft
50
Samsung
78
Productivity
Microsoft
48
Samsung
78
Student
Microsoft
49
Samsung
76
Business
Microsoft
38
Samsung
68
Reading
Microsoft
33
Samsung
64

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Tablet 12.3" TouchscreenSamsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"
Processor
CPU*Intel Core i5 8350UMediatek Dimensity 9400+★
CPU Multi-Core Score
6,076
11,746
Cores48★
Memory & Storage
RAM16 GB★12 GB
Storage256 GB512 GB★
Storage TypeSSD★eMMC
Expandable—✓★
Display
Size12.3"11"
Resolution2560 px2560 px
Panel—AMOLED★
Refresh Rate—120 Hz★
Connectivity
Wi-Fi—Wi-Fi
Bluetooth—Bluetooth 5.4★
USB-C—1★
Cellular—✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus Model—S Pen
Fingerprint Reader—✓★
Face Unlock—✓★
IP Rating—IP68
Physical
Weight0.17 kg★0.48 kg
OSWindows 11 ProAndroid 16

Pros & Cons

Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Tablet 12.3" Touchscreen 2018, Core i5-8350U, 16GB, 256GB

  • Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
  • Strong screen (74th percentile)
  • Below average connectivity (9th percentile)9th %ile
  • Below average social proof (28th percentile)
  • Below average affordability (29th percentile)
  • Below average battery (32nd percentile)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" 2025, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, 12GB, 512GB, Gray

  • Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong water resistance (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong screen (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11"

Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 22 specs.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Better at:

ReadingStudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment