Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen vs Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
The single review is very positive, praising the iPad as user-friendly and loved by an elderly user. However, the Q&A section is mostly factual, with one unanswered question about unlocking and a confirmation that iOS 12 is supported. Overall sentiment is positive but based on very limited data.
Pros
- User-friendly for elderly
- Loved by recipient
Cons
- Unanswered question about unlocking
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
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
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen | Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU* | Integrated Graphics | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | eMMC | SSD★ |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 9.7" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2048 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 600 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 | 0.47 kg★ | 0.87 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
- Strong reading battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (29th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (30th 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 9.7" 5th Gen 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray
No current pricing available
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 19 of 26 specs.