Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Apple
71 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 Gen 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray
72 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The Apple iPad 9th Gen receives generally positive feedback for its battery life and Apple Pencil support. However, there is some confusion regarding the warranty period and whether the device is carrier-unlocked. Overall, users appreciate the reliable performance and display resolution.
Pros
- Long battery life up to 10 hours
- Supports original Apple Pencil
- High display resolution 2160x1620
Cons
- Confusion about warranty period
- Unclear if device is carrier-unlocked
Battery life 2
Apple pencil support 1
Display resolution 1
Warranty clarity 1
Carrier unlock 1
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i7-1265U, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Entertainment
Productivity
Art Design
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen | 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 | — | 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 | Surface Slim Pen 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.48 kg★ | 0.91 kg |
| Battery | 32 Wh | 48 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
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 (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average portability (18th percentile)18th %ile
Pricing
Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen 2021, A13 Bionic, 3GB, 64GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 2022, Core i7-1265U, 16GB, 512GB, Platinum
No current pricing available
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen wins 9 specs while Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 9 wins 11.