Tablet Comparison
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Comparison
A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Surface Pro 11
A powerful 2-in-1 with AI features and impressive battery life, perfect for multitaskers looking to embrace new tech.
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What's good
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Sleek, durable design
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Great OLED display
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Solid battery life
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Excellent audio
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Lightweight and portable
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What's not
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High price
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Limited ports
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Keyboard sold separately
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Compatibility issues
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Limited AI features
Surface Pro 5
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What's good
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Beautiful display
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Lightweight design
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Excellent accessories
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Plenty of storage
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Solid performance
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What's not
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Price
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So-so cameras
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Extra cost for pen and keyboard cover
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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
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High price
−
Limited ports
−
Keyboard sold separately
−
Compatibility issues
−
Limited AI features
Surface Pro 5
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Good
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Beautiful display
+
Lightweight design
+
Excellent accessories
+
Plenty of storage
+
Solid performance
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Not
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Price
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So-so cameras
−
Extra cost for pen and keyboard cover
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No USB Type-C
Spec data
How they compare
Surface Pro 11
Surface Pro 5
Price (MSRP)
$999
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OS
Windows
Windows
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 10-Core
Intel Core m3
Camera zoom
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Battery life
—
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Wired charging
65W
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Wireless charging
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Display
Color
Color
Software support
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Repairability
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Weight
895g (31.6 oz)
766g (27 oz)
Fingerprint
No
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
Spec data
How they compare
Surface Pro 11
Surface Pro 5
Price (MSRP)
$999
Price (MSRP)
—
OS
Windows
OS
Windows
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 10-Core
Processor
Intel Core m3
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
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Wired charging
65W
Wired charging
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Wireless charging
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Wireless charging
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Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
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Weight
895g (31.6 oz)
Weight
766g (27 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 11
11.3" × 8.2"
Surface Pro 5
11.5" × 7.9"
Thickness · to scale
Surface Pro 11
0.4"
Surface Pro 5
0.3"
Surface Pro 11
Surface Pro 5
Height
11.3" (287 mm)
11.5" (292 mm)
Width
8.2" (209 mm)
7.9" (201 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9.3 mm)
0.3" (8 mm)
Weight
895g (31.6 oz)
766g (27 oz)
Screen
13"
12.3"
Height
11.3" (287 mm)
Height
11.5" (292 mm)
Width
8.2" (209 mm)
Width
7.9" (201 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9.3 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8 mm)
Weight
895g (31.6 oz)
Weight
766g (27 oz)
Screen
13"
Screen
12.3"
Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.
Common questions
Surface Pro 11 vs Surface Pro 5: FAQ
Which is better, the Surface Pro 11 or Surface Pro 5?
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 →