Verdict: The Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch outperforms the Microsoft Surface Go 3 across performance and longevity per Notebookcheck and Geekbench data. The Surface Go 3's 10th-gen Intel chip and 8GB RAM limit it compared to the M4's 12GB unified memory and 9-core GPU. At $799 the iPad justifies its price for current users while the discontinued $399 Surface Go 3 suits only basic legacy Windows needs.
Microsoft Surface Go 3 lists at $399 while Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch lists at $799 — Microsoft Surface Go 3 undercuts Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch by $400 (100%).
Winner: Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch
Microsoft Surface Go 3: 5.5/10
Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch: 8.5/10
| Microsoft Surface Go 3 | Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 10.5-inch | 13-inch Liquid Retina |
| Chip | 10th Gen Intel Core i3 / Pentium Gold | Apple M4 |
| RAM | Up to 8GB | 12GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | iPadOS |
Our pick: Apple iPad Air M4 13 Inch. It edges out the alternative on powerful m4 chip with 8-core cpu and 9-core gpu. That said, Microsoft Surface Go 3 still wins on compact 10.5-inch form factor for easy portability — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.
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