Even in the Android and Apple worlds, there are already a number of professional tablets. This is a comparison of the three tablets we believe are the most productive and powerful for power users: Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +, Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020, and the latest iPad Pro… Please note that we are referring to the iPad Pro 12,9-inch model rather than the 11-inch model.+
Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020 vs. Apple iPad Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +
| Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 + 5G | 11 Apple iPad Pro 2020 | |
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| DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT | 208x287x7,3 mm, 774 g | 285x185x5,7 mm, 575 grams | 280,6 x 214,9 x 5,9 mm, 641 grams |
| DISPLAY | 13 ” 2880x1920p (Quad HD +) LCD | 12,4 inches, 1752x2800p (Quad HD +), Super AMOLED | 12,9 inches, 2048x2732p (Quad HD +), IPS LCD |
| CPU | Microsoft SQ2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ 3,1GHz Octa Core | Apple A12Z Bionic, ten-core processor 2,5 GHz |
| MEMORY | 8 GB of RAM, 128 GB 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB |
6 GB of RAM, 128 GB 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB dedicated micro SD slot |
6 GB of RAM, 128 GB 6 GB of RAM, 256 GB 6 GB of RAM, 512 GB 6 GB RAM, 1 TB |
| SOFTWARE | Windows 10 | Android 10, One UI | iPadOS |
| CONNECTION | 802.11 Wi-Fi a / b / g / n / ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac / ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac / ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS |
| CAMERA | One 10 MP 5MP front camera |
Dual 13 + 5 MP, f / 2,0 and f / 2,2 Front camera 8 MP f / 2.0 |
Triple 12 + 10 MP + LiDAR f / 1.8 and f / 2.4 Front camera 7 MP f / 2.2 |
| BATTERY | Up to 15 hours (nominal) | 10090 mAh, fast charging 45 W | 9720 mAh, fast charging 18 W |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | LTE, pen stand, keyboard stand | 5G, pen stand, keyboard stand | Optional LTE, Pen Stand, Pen Stand, Reverse Charging |
Graphic Design
If you want the most appealing design, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus is the way to go: it’s more compact, thinner, and lighter. It’s entirely constructed of aluminum, and the bezels around the screen are quite thin. The iPad Pro, which is heavier but has even narrower bezels surrounding the screen, is on the same level. The 2020 iPad Pro, like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +, is made of solid aluminum.+
Even though the Surface Pro X 2020 is composed of high-quality materials, we prefer its competitors since their bezels are shorter and their dimensions are more compact. In every case, you’ll receive a high-quality pen and keyboard stand.+
Display
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +, in my opinion, has the most convincing display. The explanation for this is simple: this is the only display with an AMOLED panel, which produces brighter colors and darker blacks. It also offers a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10 + certification, with the former allowing for a smoother viewing experience and the latter enhancing picture quality, particularly on streaming platforms. You can utilize the S Pen with 4096 pressure levels thanks to the active digitizer.+
Hardware and software
The 2020 iPad Pro is the clear winner in terms of performance. It has the smoothest and fastest performance of the three tablets thanks to the strong Apple A12Z Bionic chipset and iPadOS. The Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020, on the other hand, runs Windows 10, which may be preferable for many individuals seeking for the finest tablet for productivity.+
Although iPadOS is a fantastic productivity operating system, many professional programs for Windows 10 are missing, and it only supports apps. This is one of the reasons why the Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020 is more appealing. You may even play PC games on the Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020 (if the hardware allows it, of course).+
Android is the worst tablet operating system for productivity, but it’s great for multimedia. The Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020, Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +, and Apple iPad Pro are all linked tablets, however only the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 + supports 5G.
Camera
On productive users, Android for tablets is the worst operating system, but it’s great for multimedia. The Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020, Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 +, and Apple iPad Pro are all connected tablets, however only the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 + has 5G support.
Battery
For video playback, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 + battery lasts roughly 15 hours, similar to the Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020 with normal use, and the iPad Pro 2020 for about 12 hours. With 45W of charging power, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus is the fastest.
Price
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus is available for approximately € 900 / $ 1054, the iPad Pro 2020 is available for around € 1000 / $ 1170, and the Surface Pro X 2020 is available for over € 1200 / $ 1405. What is the best tablet?+
It largely depends on the application. You could prefer the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 + if you’re a general/multimedia user. In all other circumstances, however, avoid this. Choose the Microsoft Surface Pro X 2020 if you want professional desktop software and gaming. The iPad Pro 2020 is the ideal pick if you fall somewhere in the center and are a professional user who does not require advanced desktop software.+
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