Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Generation vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9
Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Generation 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Space Gray
Apple
65 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i7-1265U, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
Microsoft
71 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Generation 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Space Gray
72 out of 100 high confidence 88 reviews
The iPad 9th generation receives mostly positive feedback for its performance, value, and battery life, with many users praising its speed and suitability for daily tasks. However, several refurbished units arrived with physical damage like dents, scratches, or bends, and some had charging or sound issues. While the device itself is well-regarded, the condition of refurbished units and occasional customer service problems are notable concerns.
Pros
- Great value for price
- Fast performance with A13 chip
- Good battery life
- Works like new when undamaged
- Headphone jack included
Cons
- Physical damage on refurbished units
- Charging issues reported
- Sound problems on some units
- Limited storage on 64GB model
- Lightning port instead of USB-C
Value for money 12
Performance 10
Battery life 8
Physical condition 7
Charging issues 4
Sound issues 2
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i7-1265U, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Productivity
Art Design
Entertainment
Reading
Business
Specifications
| Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 | Intel Core i7 1265U★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 6 | 10★ |
| GPU* | —★ | Iris Xe Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5★ |
| Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.2" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2160 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS★ | LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.1★ |
| USB-C | 0 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (1st generation) | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.49 kg★ | 0.91 kg |
| Battery | 32 Wh | 48 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Generation 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Space Gray
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong feature (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i7-1265U, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average portability (18th percentile)18th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9
Scores 71 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 26 specs.