Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) is the cheaper of the two at $999 versus $1,299, a difference of about $300. The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) stands out for m5 chip with 3.5x ai performance vs m4, while Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch is praised for stunning tandem oled display with deep blacks and 1600 nits hdr peak. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) if…
- →M5 chip with 3.5x AI performance vs M4
- →Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED display
- →Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip, C1X modem for cellular
Buy the Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch if…
- →Stunning Tandem OLED display with deep blacks and 1600 nits HDR peak
- →Incredibly thin and light for a 13-inch tablet at just 5.1mm
- →Blazing-fast Apple M4 chip rivals many laptops
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025)
Pros
- M5 chip with 3.5x AI performance vs M4
- Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED display
- Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip, C1X modem for cellular
- Apple Pencil Pro support
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 connectivity
Cons
- Starting at $999 is expensive
- Still 5.1mm thin limits thermal headroom
- No headphone jack
Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch
Pros
- Stunning Tandem OLED display with deep blacks and 1600 nits HDR peak
- Incredibly thin and light for a 13-inch tablet at just 5.1mm
- Blazing-fast Apple M4 chip rivals many laptops
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 supports external displays and fast accessories
- Supports the new Apple Pencil Pro with haptics and squeeze gestures
Cons
- Very expensive, especially with Magic Keyboard and Pencil Pro
- iPadOS still limits true desktop-class workflows
- No headphone jack
- Storage is not user-expandable
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | Apple iPad Pro M4 13-inch |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | iPadOS 17 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | 579 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 10 hours web on Wi-Fi |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 12 MP wide |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 12 MP ultrawide (landscape) |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 13 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | Tandem OLED Ultra Retina XDR |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 2752 x 2064 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz ProMotion |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB (256GB/512GB) / 16 GB (1TB/2TB) |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | Apple M4 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | Thunderbolt / USB 4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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