Performance and Battery Life
- π The Surface Pro 11 with the X Elite processor scored 13,097 on the Geekbench 6 multicore test, outperforming the MacBook Air M3 by 13%.
- π However, the MacBook Air M3 performed better on single-core tests, which are more important for average users.
- π The Surface Pro 11's battery life is around 12-14 hours, plenty for mixed day usage, but may not last as long as the MacBook Air M3.
Design and Display
- πΊ The 13-inch 120Hz OLED display with HDR and Dolby Vision IQ is incredibly good, with ultra-deep blacks, detail, and brightness.
- πΈ The 10-megapixel rear camera is available but not particularly special, and the limited ports (only two USBC ports) may require a dock for a full desktop setup.
- β¨οΈ The flex keyboard is backlit and decent to type on, with a surprisingly responsive touchpad, making it a great option for a 2-in-1 detachable keyboard.