Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
Apple
51 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
70 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews
The single review is very positive, praising the iPad as user-friendly and loved by an elderly user. However, the Q&A section is mostly factual, with one unanswered question about unlocking and a confirmation that iOS 12 is supported. Overall sentiment is positive but based on very limited data.
Pros
- User-friendly for elderly
- Loved by recipient
Cons
- Unanswered question about unlocking
User friendliness 1
Elderly suitability 1
Ios support 1
Unlock status 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
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
Performance 3
Portability 2
Ease of use 2
Processor compatibility 2
Shipping speed 1
Packaging 1
Scores
Art Design
Entertainment
Productivity
Student
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU* | Integrated Graphics | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | eMMC | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 9.7" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 0 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.47 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
- Strong reading battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (29th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong ram (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average portability (24th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 19 of 26 specs.