Apple iPad Pro 12.9" M2 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" M2 2022, 8GB, 256GB, Space Gray
Apple
66 Overall Score
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Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
Microsoft
81 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" M2 2022, 8GB, 256GB, Space Gray
68 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The iPad Pro itself receives praise for its performance, display, and overall value, especially when purchased refurbished at a discount. However, two reviews highlight significant quality issues with the refurbished units, including overheating caused by generic chargers, scratches, incorrect model/color, and incompatible accessories. While the product is highly regarded, the refurbished experience is inconsistent and requires careful inspection.
Pros
- Excellent performance and responsiveness
- Great display
- Good value when refurbished
- Innovative technology
- Fast delivery
Cons
- Overheating with generic charger
- Scratches on refurbished screen
- Wrong model or color received
- Incompatible charging cable included
- Inconsistent refurbished quality
Performance 2
Display quality 2
Value for money 3
Refurbished quality 2
Overheating 1
Accessory compatibility 2
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
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Scores
Entertainment
Art Design
Productivity
Student
Business
Reading
Specifications
| Apple iPad Pro 12.9" M2 | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M2 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 10★ |
| GPU* | — | Arc Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage Type | — | SSD★ |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.9" | 13" |
| Resolution | 2732 px | 2880 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina XDR | OLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 900 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | Surface Slim Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.68 kg★ | 0.89 kg |
| Battery | — | 47 Wh★ |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 12.9" M2 2022, 8GB, 256GB, Space Gray
- Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong screen (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
- Below average battery (32nd percentile)
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13" 2024, Core Ultra 7 268V, 16GB, 1TB, Platinum
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 11 13"
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 26 specs.