Microsoft
Surface Pro 11 · 256GB
256GB · 2024
88
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Apple
iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB
64GB · 2025
88
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Surface Pro 11 · 256GB lands at 88 and iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Surface Pro 11 · 256GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Pick iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Surface Pro 11 · 256GB 88
vs 88 iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB
Score breakdown
Surface Pro 11 · 256GB
88 performance 88
display 86
battery 86
portability 88
software 84
iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB
88 performance 88
display 86
battery 86
portability 88
software 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Surface Pro 11 · 256GB | iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ▲ 256GB | 64GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2025 |
Surface Pro 11 · 256GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
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
FAQ: Surface Pro 11 · 256GB vs iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB
Which is better, Surface Pro 11 · 256GB or iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Surface Pro 11 · 256GB worth the price? +
At $1,199, Surface Pro 11 · 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.
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.
Does Surface Pro 11 · 256GB or iPad Air 11 (M3) · 64GB 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.