Microsoft Surface Pro 8 vs Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4

The Verdict

Surface Pro 8 and Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 target different priorities for tablet users. The Surface Pro 8 runs Windows 11, offering full desktop software compatibility and productivity apps like Office natively, while the Xiaomi runs HyperOS based on Android 14, limiting you to mobile apps and web browsers. Display-wise, Xiaomi edges ahead with a larger 12.4-inch screen at 144Hz versus Surface's 13-inch at 120Hz, plus superior color accuracy typical of higher-end Android tablets. Performance favors Xiaomi significantly: the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 dominates Intel's 11th-gen Core i5/i7 in gaming and media tasks. Battery life differs in implementation. Surface claims 16 hours of typical use from 51.5Wh, while Xiaomi's 10,000mAh capacity supports rapid 120W wired charging, reaching full charge in roughly 15 minutes versus Surface's standard USB-C charging. Portability goes to Xiaomi at 590g versus 891g, making it considerably lighter. Price heavily favors Xiaomi at $699 versus $1,099. However, if Windows software, keyboard covers with trackpads, and professional workflows matter to you, Surface Pro 8 justifies its premium. For media consumption, gaming, and casual productivity at better value, Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 delivers superior performance and features at significantly lower cost.