Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs Lenovo Tab P12
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and Lenovo Tab P12 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Lenovo Tab P12 is the cheaper of the two at $289 versus $999, a difference of about $710. 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 Lenovo Tab P12 is praised for massive 12.7-inch display for content consumption and productivity. 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 Lenovo Tab P12 if…
- →Massive 12.7-inch display for content consumption and productivity
- →Lenovo Tab Pen included in the box
- →10200 mAh battery lasts well over a full day
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
Lenovo Tab P12
Pros
- Massive 12.7-inch display for content consumption and productivity
- Lenovo Tab Pen included in the box
- 10200 mAh battery lasts well over a full day
- 2.9K resolution display is sharp for the price
- MicroSD expandable storage up to 1 TB
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate feels sluggish in 2025
- Dimensity 7050 is mid-range — heavy apps and games stutter
- Only 128 GB storage option available
- Android tablet app ecosystem still lags behind iPadOS
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | Lenovo Tab P12 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | 615 g |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | 293.4 x 190.8 x 6.9 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 14 hours video playback |
| Capacity | — | 10200 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 13 MP wide |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 8 MP wide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 12.7 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 2944 x 1840 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 60Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 128 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 2.0 |
| 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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