Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft
81 Overall Score
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Apple iPad Air 13" M3 2025, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Starlight

Apple iPad Air 13" M3 2025, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Starlight

Apple
91 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

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

Apple iPad Air 13" M3 2025, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Starlight

88 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

The iPad Air 13-inch M3 is widely praised for its gorgeous display, fast performance, and versatility for work, entertainment, and family use. Users love the larger screen for multitasking and media consumption, though one reviewer reported a charging cable issue. Overall, it's seen as a premium, well-worth upgrade from older devices.

Pros
  • Gorgeous 13-inch display
  • Fast M3 performance
  • Great for multitasking
  • Excellent battery life
  • Lightweight and portable
Cons
  • Charging cable broke off in iPad
  • Cable not same size as iPhone
👍 Display quality 5
👍 Performance 4
👍 Battery life 2
👍 Portability 3
👍 Multitasking 3
👎 Charging cable issue 1

Scores

Student
Microsoft
76
Apple
91
Art Design
Microsoft
85
Apple
90
Business
Microsoft
74
Apple
89
Entertainment
Microsoft
84
Apple
89
Productivity
Microsoft
84
Apple
82
Reading
Microsoft
45
Apple
44

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th EditionApple iPad Air 13" M3
Processor
CPU*Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★Apple M3
CPU Multi-Core Score
19,284
19,056
Cores88
GPU*Arc GraphicsApple (9-Core)★
GPU Benchmark Score
5,484
5,786
Memory & Storage
RAM32 GB★8 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5X★—
Storage1 TB★128 GB
Storage TypeSSDSSD
Expandable✗✗
Display
Size13"13"
Resolution2880 px★2732 px
PanelOLED★Liquid Retina
Refresh Rate120 Hz★60 Hz
Brightness600 nits600 nits
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7★Wi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4★Bluetooth
USB-C2★1
Cellular✗✓★
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelSurface Slim PenApple Pencil Pro
Fingerprint Reader✗✓★
Face Unlock✓★✗
Physical
Weight0.87 kg0.62 kg★
Battery47 Wh★37 Wh
OSWindows 11 ProiPadOS

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 Air 13" M3 2025, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Starlight

  • Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong gpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong cpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Below average affordability (20th percentile)20th %ile
  • Below average reading battery (20th percentile)20th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple iPad Air 13" M3

Scores 91 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 26 specs.

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Better at:

Productivity

Apple iPad Air 13" M3 Better at:

StudentBusinessArt DesignEntertainment