iPad Pro 11 Inch M2 vs Microsoft Surface Go 3

iPad Pro 11 Inch M2
Microsoft Surface Go 3

Verdict: iPad Pro 11 Inch M2 wins on raw performance and display quality with its M2 chip and ProMotion screen per Apple specs. Surface Go 3 provides Windows compatibility for legacy software but trails significantly in processor capability. iPad scores higher overall at 7.5 versus 5.5 due to superior hardware metrics from 2022 release data.

Winner: iPad Pro 11 Inch M2

iPad Pro 11 Inch M2: 7.5/10

Microsoft Surface Go 3: 5.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

iPad Pro 11 Inch M2Microsoft Surface Go 3
display11-inch Liquid Retina with ProMotion
processorM2 (8-core CPU, 10-core GPU)
rear_cameras12MP Wide and 10MP Ultra Wide
front_camera12MP Ultra Wide

iPad Pro 11 Inch M2

What works

  • M2 chip delivers strong performance for creative apps
  • ProMotion 120Hz display for smooth scrolling
  • High-quality rear camera system for photography

What doesn't

  • Discontinued with no official updates after 2022
  • iPadOS limits multitasking compared to full desktop OS

Microsoft Surface Go 3

What works

  • Runs full Windows 11 for desktop software compatibility
  • Detachable keyboard option for laptop-like use
  • Compact size for high portability

What doesn't

  • Older Intel processor limits demanding tasks
  • Lower resolution display than modern tablets

Bottom line

Our pick: iPad Pro 11 Inch M2.

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