Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition vs Apple iPad Pro 10.5"
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Apple iPad Pro 10.5", A1701, 4GB, 256GB, Space Gray
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
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
Apple iPad Pro 10.5", A1701, 4GB, 256GB, Space Gray
The iPad receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its excellent condition, fast performance, and great value for a refurbished device, especially for drawing and reading. However, several verified reviews report severe battery drain, overheating, and touchscreen glitches that make the device nearly unusable after a few months.
Pros
- Excellent condition like new
- Fast and responsive performance
- Great value for refurbished price
- Vibrant screen for comics and reading
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Severe battery drain issues
- Overheating during charging
- Touchscreen glitches and freezing
- Screen chips and poor fit
- Wrong storage capacity shipped
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad Pro 10.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | 2.28 GHz |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8★ | 6 |
| GPU | Arc Graphics★ | Intel HD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 4 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 10.5" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2224 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | 802.11b |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Yes |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.87 kg | 0.50 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iOS |
Pros & Cons
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)
Apple iPad Pro 10.5", A1701, 4GB, 256GB, Space Gray
- Strong gpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong screen (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong feature (75th percentile)
- Below average social proof (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.