Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition vs Apple iPad Pro 5 12.9"
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
vs
Apple iPad Pro 5 12.9" 2021, M1, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Apple
69 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 5 12.9" 2021, M1, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Space Gray
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition | Apple iPad Pro 5 12.9" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ | Apple M1 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU* | Arc Graphics★ | Apple 8-core |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X★ | — |
| Storage | 1 TB★ | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 12.9" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2048 px |
| Panel | OLED★ | Liquid Retina XDR |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 600 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen | Apple Pencil |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.87 kg★ | — |
| Battery | 47 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | iPadOS |
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 5 12.9" 2021, M1, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Space Gray
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong feature (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB, 1TB, Platinum
Apple iPad Pro 5 12.9" 2021, M1, 8GB, 128GB, Cellular, Space Gray
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 13" 11th Edition
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 26 specs.