Professional Tablet Battle

iPad Pro and Surface Pro 9 target professionals but offer different approaches to productivity.

Performance

iPad Pro: M2 chip, exceptional performance, efficient Surface Pro 9: Intel 12th Gen, desktop-class computing

Winner: iPad Pro - Better performance, superior efficiency

Software

iPad Pro: iPadOS, optimized apps, limitations vs desktop Surface Pro 9: Full Windows 11, complete desktop software

Winner: Surface Pro 9 - True desktop OS flexibility

Stylus Experience

iPad Pro: Apple Pencil 2, best latency, hover support Surface Pro 9: Surface Slim Pen 2, haptic feedback

Winner: iPad Pro - Superior drawing and note-taking experience

Versatility

iPad Pro: Tablet-first, keyboard accessory Surface Pro 9: Laptop-first, detachable design

Winner: Surface Pro 9 - Better as laptop replacement

Verdict

Choose iPad Pro for: Best tablet experience, creative work, Apple ecosystem Choose Surface Pro 9 for: Desktop software, laptop replacement, Windows ecosystem