Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US vs Microsoft Surface Pro 6 12.3" Touch
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 12.3" Touch 2019, Core i5-8400T, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
What Buyers Say
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
The Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus is widely praised for its excellent value, bundling a premium tablet with keyboard, pen, and stand at a competitive price. Users love the vibrant 144Hz display, powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, and impressive Harman Kardon speakers. However, some criticize the software experience, noting glitches, a lackluster AI, and limited storage expansion, while a few mention thermal throttling during gaming and a finicky stylus connection.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Included keyboard and pen
- Vibrant 144Hz display
- Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Impressive Harman Kardon speakers
Cons
- Software glitches and bugs
- Limited storage, no microSD
- AI features underwhelming
- Thermal throttling during gaming
- Stylus connection issues
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 12.3" Touch 2019, Core i5-8400T, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
The Surface Pro 6 is generally well-received as a refurbished device, with many users praising its like-new condition and snappy performance for tasks like schoolwork and genealogy research. However, several buyers report issues such as scratches, dead pixels, touchscreen problems, and battery drain, along with a faulty charger. The lack of a USB-C port is noted as a minor drawback, but overall it offers good value for a budget-friendly Surface tablet.
Pros
- Like-new condition despite refurbished rating
- Snappy performance for everyday tasks
- Great value for a budget Surface tablet
- Easy Windows 11 upgrade
- Gorgeous display for videos and photos
Cons
- Scratches and blemishes on some units
- Dead pixels on screen
- Touchscreen issues on some devices
- Battery drains quickly for some users
- Faulty charger reported
Scores
Specifications
| Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US | Microsoft Surface Pro 6 12.3" Touch | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3★ | Intel Core i5 8250U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU | — | UHD Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.7" | 12.3" |
| Resolution | 2944 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | LCD | — |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 900 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | WiFi 4 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | — |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Cellular | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Lenovo Tab Pen Pro | — |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.64 kg★ | 0.78 kg |
| OS | Android 14 | Windows 10 |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus 12.7" ZAEG0096US 2025, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16GB, 256GB, Seashell
- Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (22nd percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 12.3" Touch 2019, Core i5-8400T, 8GB, 256GB, Platinum
- Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong screen (78th percentile)
- Strong ram (66th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (25th percentile)
- Below average portability (29th percentile)
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 25 specs.