The alternatives

App le iPad Pro

Apple’s super-sized tablet doesn’t have a desktop, but it’s still pitched as a device equipped equally for coping with work and play. Its display, speakers and Pencil are particularly impressive. £679, www.apple.com/uk

HP Spectre x2

Similar in design to the Surface Pro 4, the Spectre x2 sports a sleek metallic design, decent battery life and a unique metal kickstand. Just watch out for those chunky bezels. £749.97, www8.hp.com/uk

dell xps 12

This upcoming 12-inch device will be the smallest Windows 10 tablet boasting a 4K display – and if you’re into comfortable keyboards, the XPS 12’s will be like typing on down-feather pillows. £TBC, www.dell.com