TOPSAND G12 MINI 8" vs Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
TOPSAND G12 MINI 8" 2025, MediaTek Helio G80, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Pink
TOPSAND
41 Overall Score
vs
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
TOPSAND G12 MINI 8" 2025, MediaTek Helio G80, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Pink
57 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The G12 Mini tablet receives mixed feedback. Some users praise its value for the price and large screen, while others report serious issues like poor call volume, lag, and a factory lock that prevents use. Overall, it is seen as a budget device with inconsistent performance.
Pros
- Good value for the price
- Large screen for reading and apps
- Unlocked for international use
Cons
- Poor call volume requiring yelling
- Lag and unresponsive touch
- Factory lock preventing use
- Does not shut off as scheduled
Value for money 2
Screen size 1
Call quality 1
Performance lag 2
Factory lock 1
Shutdown issue 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Business
Reading
Specifications
| TOPSAND G12 MINI 8" | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 ★ | Core i5 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 4 |
| GPU* | —★ | Integrated |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 8 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 8" | 13" |
| Resolution | — | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | — | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.85 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| OS | Android 15 | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
TOPSAND G12 MINI 8" 2025, MediaTek Helio G80, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Pink
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong reading battery (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (71st percentile)
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average portability (25th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sharpness (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Pricing
TOPSAND G12 MINI 8" 2025, MediaTek Helio G80, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Pink
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Scores 67 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 24 specs.
