Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition vs Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 SM-T397 Tablet 8"
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
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Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 SM-T397 Tablet 8" 2017, Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870, 3GB, 16GB, Cellular, Black
Samsung
36 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
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 SM-T397 Tablet 8" 2017, Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870, 3GB, 16GB, Cellular, Black
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Scores
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Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 SM-T397 Tablet 8" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | 1.60GHz |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU | Arc Graphics★ | Graphics Controller Manufacturer ARM Graphics Controller Model Mali-T830 MP1 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 3 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 16 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | — |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 8" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 1280 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.87 kg | 0.42 kg★ |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Android 7 |
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)
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 SM-T397 Tablet 8" 2017, Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870, 3GB, 16GB, Cellular, Black
- Strong gpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong water resistance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong portability (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average storage (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average screen (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 SM-T397 Tablet 8" 2017, Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870, 3GB, 16GB, Cellular, Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 27 specs.