Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition vs Apple iPad Air 11" M2

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
vs
Apple iPad Air 11" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple

Apple iPad Air 11" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple

Apple
74 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 11" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple

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Scores

Art Design
Microsoft
84
Apple
80
Entertainment
Microsoft
84
Apple
74
Productivity
Microsoft
84
Apple
71
Student
Microsoft
76
Apple
75
Business
Microsoft
74
Apple
67
Reading
Microsoft
45
Apple
60

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th EditionApple iPad Air 11" M2
Processor
CPU*Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★Apple M2
CPU Multi-Core Score
19,284
15,636
Cores88
GPU*Arc Graphics★—
GPU Benchmark Score
5,484
5,339
Memory & Storage
RAM32 GB★8 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5X★—
Storage1 TB★256 GB
Storage TypeSSD★—
Expandable✗✗
Display
Size13"11"
Resolution2880 px★2360 px
PanelOLED★Liquid Retina
Refresh Rate120 Hz★60 Hz
Brightness600 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 kg0.46 kg★
Battery47 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 11" M2 2024, 8GB, 256GB, Purple

  • Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong feature (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
  • Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Below average affordability (22nd percentile)
  • Below average battery (32nd percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition

Scores 81 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Better at:

BusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment

Apple iPad Air 11" M2 Better at:

Reading