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iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB — 64GB · 2025
Apple

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB

64GB · 2025

88
/ 100
From $599
VS
Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only — 128GB · 2024
Microsoft

Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only

128GB · 2024

88
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB lands at 88 and Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB if…

  • ✓Portable creative canvas
  • ✓Strong SoC
  • ✓App ecosystem matures per year

Pick Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only if…

  • ✓Portable creative canvas
  • ✓Strong SoC
  • ✓App ecosystem matures per year
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Portability

Tie

Compared on the portability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Compared on the display sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB more score per dollar ($599 vs $1,099).

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB 88
vs
88 Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only

Score breakdown

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB
88
performance 88
display 86
battery 86
portability 88
software 84
Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only
88
performance 88
display 86
battery 86
portability 88
software 84

Specs side-by-side

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB versus Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only — full spec comparison
Spec iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only
Storage
64GB
▲ 128GB
Release year
2025
2024

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB

Pros
  • +Portable creative canvas
  • +Strong SoC
  • +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
  • −Keyboard/pen extra cost
  • −RAM often soldered
  • −Mid-tier cameras

Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only

Pros
  • +Portable creative canvas
  • +Strong SoC
  • +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
  • −Keyboard/pen extra cost
  • −RAM often soldered
  • −Mid-tier cameras

FAQ: iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB vs Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only

Which is better, iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB or Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB worth the price? +

At $599, iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Is Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only worth the price? +

At $1,099, Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Does iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB or Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only 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.

Which is the better value, iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB or Surface Pro 11 · 128GB · Tablet only? +

iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB — more score per dollar ($599 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.