Surface Pro 2 vs.

MacBook Air (11”)

Taylor Jessop & Rejoice Vili

Computer Comparison ChartSurface Pro 2 MacBook Air

(11”)Laptop or Desktop Laptop Laptop

Processor (CPU) 1.6-GHz Core i5 processor

1.3-GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 Processor

Operating System Windows 8.1 OS X Mavericks

Memory (RAM) 4GB – 8GB 4GB

Hard Drive (Storage) 64GB – 512GB (SSD)

128GB - 256GB (Flash Storage)

Weight 2 lbs 2.38 lbs

Monitor/ Screen Size 10.6 inches 11.8 inches

Resolution 1920 x 1080 1266 x 768 1344 x 7561280 x 720

Camera, Video, & Audio Two 720p HD Cameras (Front & Rear Facing),

Microphone, Headphone Port & Dolby Stereo

Speakers

One 720 Face Time HD Camera, Stereo Speakers, Dual

Microphones, & Headphone Port

Battery Life 8:02 8:53

Cost $899 - $1,799 $999 - $1,199

Included Computer Component ChecklistSurface Pro 2

MacBook Air (11”)

Processor

Operating System

Memory

Hard Drive

Optical Drive

Monitor

Video Card

Sound Card

Speakers

Keyboard

Mouse

Modem

Interview

Surface Pro 2Pros:

A super fast Windows PC

Good Battery LifeCombination of touch,

keyboard, mouse, & pen

Current-gen Haswell Processor

An excellent Windows 8.1 experience

Cons:Heavy and thick for a

tablet Not perfect on your

lap for a laptopThe keyboard cover is

sold separately (should be included)

The base 64GB version leaves you starved for storage

MacBook Air (11”)Pros:

Excellent battery life Bright Screen Great KeyboardLarge, Responsive

touchpadThin

Cons: Relatively low

resolution display No SD card sloSmall amount of

flash storage RAM cannot be

upgraded after purchase

Not internal optical drive

Which One Is The Best Choice??

MacBook Air (11”)

(Name) is obviously a hard working person. (Name) needs a laptop that is lightweight and comfortable to use and travel with. While both the Surface Pro 2 and the MacBook Air (11”) are both relatively lightweight, the MacBook Air (11”) is definitely more convenient to use on the go. It is a perfect match for a busy person like (Name).

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