Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition vs Apple iPad Pro 9.7"

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Microsoft
81 Overall Score
vs
Apple iPad Pro 9.7" 2016, A9X, 2GB, 128GB, Rose Gold

Apple iPad Pro 9.7" 2016, A9X, 2GB, 128GB, Rose Gold

Apple
33 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

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

Apple iPad Pro 9.7" 2016, A9X, 2GB, 128GB, Rose Gold

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Art Design
Microsoft
84
Apple
37
Entertainment
Microsoft
84
Apple
37
Productivity
Microsoft
84
Apple
34
Student
Microsoft
76
Apple
53
Business
Microsoft
74
Apple
29
Reading
Microsoft
45
Apple
52

Specifications

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th EditionApple iPad Pro 9.7"
Processor
CPU*Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★Apple
CPU Multi-Core Score
19,284
2,510
Cores8★—
GPUArc Graphics★—
GPU Benchmark Score
5,484
No data
Memory & Storage
RAM32 GB★2 GB
RAM GenerationLPDDR5X★—
Storage1 TB★128 GB
Storage TypeSSDSSD
Expandable✗—
Display
Size13"9.7"
Resolution2880 px★2048 px
PanelOLED★Liquid Retina
Refresh Rate120 Hz★—
Brightness600 nits★—
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7★Wi-Fi
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4★Bluetooth
USB-C2★—
Cellular✗✗
Features
Stylus Support✓✓
Stylus ModelSurface Slim PenApple Pencil
Fingerprint Reader✗✗
Face Unlock✓★✗
Physical
Weight0.87 kg0.44 kg★
Battery47 Wh★—
OSWindows 11 ProiOS

Pros & Cons

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)

Apple iPad Pro 9.7" 2016, A9X, 2GB, 128GB, Rose Gold

  • Strong portability (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Strong social proof (68th percentile)
  • Strong screen (68th percentile)
  • Strong storage (67th percentile)
  • Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
  • Below average gpu (11th percentile)11th %ile
  • Below average cpu (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average connectivity (30th percentile)

Pricing

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum

Apple iPad Pro 9.7" 2016, A9X, 2GB, 128GB, Rose Gold

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition

Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 17 of 26 specs.

Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition Better at:

StudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment

Apple iPad Pro 9.7" Better at:

Reading