Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3 2019, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 256GB, Space Gray
Apple
39 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
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3 2019, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 256GB, Space Gray
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
| Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3 | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | — | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 6 | 8★ |
| GPU | — | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.5" | 13" |
| Resolution | — | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (1st generation) | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | — | 0.87 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3 2019, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 256GB, Space Gray
- Strong storage (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong feature (66th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %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
Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3 2019, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 256GB, Space Gray
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 18 of 26 specs.