Panasonic Toughbook 12" CF-33 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Panasonic Toughbook 12" CF-33 2026, Core i5-1245U, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular
Panasonic
54 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic Toughbook 12" CF-33 2026, Core i5-1245U, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular
No customer feedback yet
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
Scores
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Specifications
| Panasonic Toughbook 12" CF-33 | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i5 1245U | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 8 |
| GPU* | Iris Xe Graphics | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2160 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | LCD | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1200 nits★ | 600 nits |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | — | ✓★ |
| Stylus Model | — | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | — | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.54 kg | 0.87 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Toughbook 12" CF-33 2026, Core i5-1245U, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong screen (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average portability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average social proof (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
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)
Pricing
Panasonic Toughbook 12" CF-33 2026, Core i5-1245U, 16GB, 512GB, Cellular
No current pricing available
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.