The iPad Air 13‑inch M4 outperforms the Surface Pro 8 in raw CPU benchmarks (2,200 vs 1,200 single‑core per Geekbench 6) and offers a slimmer, lighter design (6 mm vs 8.3 mm thickness). Its lower price ($949 vs $999) and longer software‑support horizon give it a clear value edge, though the Surface Pro 8 wins for users who need full Windows 11 and a detachable keyboard. Overall, the iPad Air is...