Boox
Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB
256GB · 2024
82
/ 100
From $899
VS
Microsoft
Surface Pro 9 · 512GB
512GB · 2022
82
/ 100
From $1,299
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB lands at 82 and Surface Pro 9 · 512GB at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Pick Surface Pro 9 · 512GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB 82
vs 82 Surface Pro 9 · 512GB
Score breakdown
Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB
82 performance 82
display 80
battery 86
portability 88
software 78
Surface Pro 9 · 512GB
82 performance 82
display 80
battery 86
portability 88
software 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB | Surface Pro 9 · 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 256GB | ▲ 512GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2022 |
Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
Surface Pro 9 · 512GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
FAQ: Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB vs Surface Pro 9 · 512GB
Which is better, Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB or Surface Pro 9 · 512GB? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB worth the price? +
At $899, Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in portability.
Is Surface Pro 9 · 512GB worth the price? +
At $1,299, Surface Pro 9 · 512GB delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in portability.
Does Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 256GB or Surface Pro 9 · 512GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.