Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Generation vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Generation 2018, A10 Fusion, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
Apple
61 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
82 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Generation 2018, A10 Fusion, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
78 out of 100 high confidence 46 reviews
Customers are generally very satisfied with this refurbished iPad, praising its clean condition, fast charging, and value for money. Many bought it as gifts for children or grandchildren, who love it for drawing, reading, and games. However, a few issues were noted: one unit had a blue line on the screen, another had non-functional Beats headphones, and some found it incompatible with the latest updates. The included stylus pen was a pleasant surprise for some, though one reviewer wished it had been explicitly mentioned.
Pros
- Clean and like-new condition
- Fast charging
- Great value for money
- Perfect for kids and drawing
- Included stylus pen
Cons
- Screen defect (blue line)
- Beats headphones not working
- Not compatible with latest updates
- Stickers on back
- Missing stylus in some cases
Condition 8
Value for money 6
Performance 5
Screen quality 3
Accessories 4
Software updates 2
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
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Scores
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Student
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Generation | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple A10 Fusion | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 10★ |
| GPU* | PowerVR Series7XT Plus | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4 | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 9.7" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 0 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.43 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | 32 Wh | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad 9.7" 6th Generation 2018, A10 Fusion, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong reading battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average connectivity (30th percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Scores 82 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.