Tablet Comparison
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Comparison
A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Surface Pro 5
+
What's good
+
Beautiful display
+
Lightweight design
+
Excellent accessories
+
Plenty of storage
+
Solid performance
−
What's not
−
Price
−
So-so cameras
−
Extra cost for pen and keyboard cover
−
No USB Type-C
Surface Pro 11
A powerful 2-in-1 with AI features and impressive battery life, perfect for multitaskers looking to embrace new tech.
+
What's good
+
Sleek, durable design
+
Great OLED display
+
Solid battery life
+
Excellent audio
+
Lightweight and portable
−
What's not
−
High price
−
Limited ports
−
Keyboard sold separately
−
Compatibility issues
−
Limited AI features
Surface Pro 5
+
Good
+
Beautiful display
+
Lightweight design
+
Excellent accessories
+
Plenty of storage
+
Solid performance
−
Not
−
Price
−
So-so cameras
−
Extra cost for pen and keyboard cover
−
No USB Type-C
Surface Pro 11
A powerful 2-in-1 with AI features and impressive battery life, perfect for multitaskers looking to embrace new tech.
+
Good
+
Sleek, durable design
+
Great OLED display
+
Solid battery life
+
Excellent audio
+
Lightweight and portable
−
Not
−
High price
−
Limited ports
−
Keyboard sold separately
−
Compatibility issues
−
Limited AI features
Spec data
How they compare
Surface Pro 5
Surface Pro 11
Price (MSRP)
—
$999
OS
Windows
Windows
Processor
Intel Core m3
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 10-Core
Camera zoom
—
—
Battery life
—
—
Wired charging
—
65W
Wireless charging
—
—
Display
Color
Color
Software support
—
—
Repairability
—
—
Weight
766g (27 oz)
895g (31.6 oz)
Fingerprint
No
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
Spec data
How they compare
Surface Pro 5
Surface Pro 11
Price (MSRP)
—
Price (MSRP)
$999
OS
Windows
OS
Windows
Processor
Intel Core m3
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 10-Core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
65W
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
766g (27 oz)
Weight
895g (31.6 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison
Size & weight
Footprint · to scale
Surface Pro 5
11.5" × 7.9"
Surface Pro 11
11.3" × 8.2"
Thickness · to scale
Surface Pro 5
0.3"
Surface Pro 11
0.4"
Surface Pro 5
Surface Pro 11
Height
11.5" (292 mm)
11.3" (287 mm)
Width
7.9" (201 mm)
8.2" (209 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8 mm)
0.4" (9.3 mm)
Weight
766g (27 oz)
895g (31.6 oz)
Screen
12.3"
13"
Height
11.5" (292 mm)
Height
11.3" (287 mm)
Width
7.9" (201 mm)
Width
8.2" (209 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9.3 mm)
Weight
766g (27 oz)
Weight
895g (31.6 oz)
Screen
12.3"
Screen
13"
Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.
Common questions
Surface Pro 5 vs Surface Pro 11: FAQ
Which is better, the Surface Pro 5 or Surface Pro 11?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the Surface Pro 5 earns a Compass Score of 8.2 compared to 7.9 for the Surface Pro 11. That 0.3-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →