Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
The Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet) and Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the cheaper of the two at $800 versus $999, a difference of about $199. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet) stands out for copilot+ pc npu with on-device ai features, while Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 is praised for ip68 water and dust resistance for a tablet. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet) if…
- →Copilot+ PC NPU with on-device AI features
- →Excellent battery life from Snapdragon X Plus
- →Sharp 13-inch 120Hz PixelSense display
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 if…
- →IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- →S Pen included in the box
- →Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet)
Pros
- Copilot+ PC NPU with on-device AI features
- Excellent battery life from Snapdragon X Plus
- Sharp 13-inch 120Hz PixelSense display
- Two USB 4 ports for fast external connectivity
- Removable SSD and Wi-Fi 7 support
Cons
- Type Cover keyboard and Slim Pen sold separately
- Some x86 Windows apps still need emulation on ARM
- Heavier than most Android/iPad tablets
- Premium pricing once accessories are added
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
Pros
- IP68 water and dust resistance for a tablet
- S Pen included in the box
- Dimensity 9400+ delivers flagship performance
- MicroSD expansion up to 2TB
- Slim 5.5mm profile
Cons
- Starting price of $800 is steep for 11-inch tablet
- 13MP rear camera is basic for the price
- No HDMI or Thunderbolt port
Full Specifications
| Spec | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 (Tablet) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home (Copilot+ PC) | Android 16, One UI 8 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 895 g | 469 g |
| Dimensions | 287 x 209 x 9.3 mm | 253.8 x 165.3 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours local video playback | Up to 17 hours video |
| Capacity | 53 Wh | 8400 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 10 MP 4K | 13 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Front camera | Quad HD ultrawide with Windows Hello | 12 MP, f/2.4, ultrawide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Type | PixelSense Flow LCD (OLED optional) | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1920 | 1600 x 2560 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 12 GB |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | 2x USB-C / USB 4 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E (tri-band) |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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