Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
Microsoft
67 Overall Score
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Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation 2020, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 32GB, Cellular, Space Gray
Apple
66 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
No customer feedback yet
Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation 2020, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 32GB, Cellular, Space Gray
82 out of 100 high confidence 67 reviews
The refurbished iPad 8th generation receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most users praising its like-new condition, performance, and value for money. Many mention it works flawlessly for gaming, streaming, and everyday tasks, and several note excellent customer service when issues arose. A few negative experiences involve charging problems, slow app downloads, and missing accessories, but these are in the minority.
Pros
- like-new condition
- great performance
- excellent value for money
- good battery life
- responsive customer service
Cons
- charging issues
- slow app downloads
- missing accessories
- minor scratches
- slow charging
Condition 15
Performance 12
Value for money 10
Battery life 6
Customer service 4
Charging issues 3
Scores
Student
Entertainment
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Productivity
Reading
Business
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" | Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Core i5★ | Apple M2 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 6★ |
| GPU* | Integrated | —★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | 3 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 32 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13" | 10.2" |
| Resolution | 2880 px★ | 2160 px |
| Panel | LCD | Liquid Retina |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1★ | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 0 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Apple Pencil (1st generation) |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.89 kg | 0.49 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 32 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | iPadOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13" 2021, Core i5-1135G7, 8GB, 128GB, Platinum
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sharpness (78th percentile)
- Below average reading battery (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Generation 2020, A12 Bionic, 3GB, 32GB, Cellular, Space Gray
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gpu (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong reading battery (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average ram (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Microsoft Surface Pro 8 13"
Scores 67 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 26 specs.