Microsoft Surface Pro vs. MacBook Air

Microsoft Surface Pro vs. MacBook Air

In selling the Surface Pro, Microsoft’s marketing team has a big challenge. The new tablet is essentially an Ultrabook in a tablet’s body. But most customers are going to look at it and think “iPad competitor.” We already compared Surface Pro to the iPad, but perhaps a more appropriate comparison is to the MacBook Air. Let’s see how their specs – and other features – compare.This comparison covers the 11-inch MacBook Air with entry-level specs. Apple offers upgrades with superior components, but we’re leaving those alone here.Compared to standard laptops, the MacBook Air looks small and svelte. Next to a tablet, though, it’s rather large. It’

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  1. John Obeto II

    126.0 days ago

    Gizmag: Microsoft Surface Pro vs. MacBook Air http://t.co/J5q2kLhR

  2. Michael Gillett

    126.0 days ago

    Good comparison - Microsoft Surface Pro vs. MacBook Air http://t.co/iBhWxSAS

  3. Ed Bott

    126.0 days ago

    Detailed and unbiased spec comparison: Microsoft Surface Pro vs. MacBook Air http://t.co/1xixPXV0 via @gizmag



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