Microsoft Surface Pro 8 vs OnePlus Pad 4
The Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 and OnePlus Pad 4 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The OnePlus Pad 4 is the cheaper of the two at $630 versus $1,099, a difference of about $469. The OnePlus Pad 4 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 stands out for 120hz display was a major upgrade over surface pro 7's 60hz, while OnePlus Pad 4 is praised for massive 13.2-inch 144hz display with ultra-high resolution. 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 8 if…
- →120Hz display was a major upgrade over Surface Pro 7's 60Hz
- →Thunderbolt 4 ports enable docking and eGPU connectivity
- →Removable SSD for IT-friendly storage swaps
Buy the OnePlus Pad 4 if…
- →Massive 13.2-inch 144Hz display with ultra-high resolution
- →Latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor delivers flagship performance
- →Generous 12GB RAM and 256GB storage for multitasking and content
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Pros
- 120Hz display was a major upgrade over Surface Pro 7's 60Hz
- Thunderbolt 4 ports enable docking and eGPU connectivity
- Removable SSD for IT-friendly storage swaps
- Slim bezels modernized the Surface Pro design language
- 16-hour battery life is excellent for a Windows tablet
Cons
- 11th gen Intel CPUs feel outdated against 12th/13th gen competitors
- Accessories not included — keyboard and pen cost extra
- No headphone jack removed a basic convenience
- Starts at $1,099 for an i5/8 GB configuration
OnePlus Pad 4
Pros
- Massive 13.2-inch 144Hz display with ultra-high resolution
- Latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor delivers flagship performance
- Generous 12GB RAM and 256GB storage for multitasking and content
- Fast 67W wired charging
- Lightweight at 586g for its display size
Cons
- No wireless charging support
- IP rating not specified, durability unclear
- No expandable storage via microSD
- Limited camera specifications for creative professionals
- Pricing may position it at a premium
Full Specifications
| Spec | Microsoft Surface Pro 8 | OnePlus Pad 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home / Pro | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 891 g | — |
| Dimensions | 287 x 208 x 9.3 mm | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 16 hours (typical usage) | — |
| Capacity | 51.5 Wh | 10100mAh |
| Charging Speed | — | 67W |
| Wireless Charging | — | |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13 inches | 13.2 inches |
| Type | PixelSense Flow IPS | LCD |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1920 | 2800 x 2160 pixels |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness | — | Not specified |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | — |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB / 32 GB | — |
| Chipset | Intel Core i5-1135G7 / i7-1185G7 (11th Gen, Quad-core) | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Cellular | — | |
| Stylus Support | — | |
| Design | ||
| Colors | — | Moonstone Gray, Checkmate Black |
| Weight | — | 586g |
| IP rating | — | Not specified |
| Software | ||
| Os | — | OxygenOS 15 |
| Performance | ||
| RAM | — | 12GB |
| Chipset | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Storage | — | 256GB |
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