Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard
64GB · 2024
Surface Pro 9 · 128GB
128GB · 2022
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard lands at 82 and Surface Pro 9 · 128GB at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Pick Surface Pro 9 · 128GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPortability
TieCompared on the portability sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Battery
TieCompared on the battery sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
TieCompared on the performance sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard | Surface Pro 9 · 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 64GB | ▲ 128GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2022 |
Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
Surface Pro 9 · 128GB
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
FAQ: Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard vs Surface Pro 9 · 128GB
Which is better, Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard or Surface Pro 9 · 128GB? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard worth the price? +
At $1,048, Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in portability.
Is Surface Pro 9 · 128GB worth the price? +
At $1,099, Surface Pro 9 · 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in portability.
Does Boox Tab Ultra C Pro · 64GB · with Magic Keyboard or Surface Pro 9 · 128GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.