Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs Google Pixel Tablet
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and Google Pixel Tablet sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Google Pixel Tablet is the cheaper of the two at $499 versus $999, a difference of about $500. 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 Google Pixel Tablet is praised for includes a charging speaker dock that doubles as a smart display. 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 Google Pixel Tablet if…
- →Includes a Charging Speaker Dock that doubles as a smart display
- →Clean Android experience with deep Google services integration
- →Tensor G2 enables on-device AI features
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
Google Pixel Tablet
Pros
- Includes a Charging Speaker Dock that doubles as a smart display
- Clean Android experience with deep Google services integration
- Tensor G2 enables on-device AI features
- Comfortable, lightweight design with a soft-touch back
- Fingerprint sensor in the power button
Cons
- Only a 60Hz LCD display
- No official keyboard accessory from Google
- Cameras are basic 8 MP front and rear
- No cellular option, Wi-Fi only
- No microSD expansion
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | Google Pixel Tablet |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | 493 g |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | 258 x 169 x 8.1 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 12 hours video |
| Capacity | — | 27 Wh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 8 MP |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 8 MP |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 10.95 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | LCD (LTPS) |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 60Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | Google Tensor G2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| 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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