Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs OPPO Pad 2
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and OPPO Pad 2 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The OPPO Pad 2 is the cheaper of the two at $449 versus $999, a difference of about $550. 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 OPPO Pad 2 is praised for 144hz refresh rate is the smoothest in this tablet class. 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 OPPO Pad 2 if…
- →144Hz refresh rate is the smoothest in this tablet class
- →7:5 aspect ratio is excellent for productivity and multitasking
- →Dimensity 9000 provides flagship-level performance
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
OPPO Pad 2
Pros
- 144Hz refresh rate is the smoothest in this tablet class
- 7:5 aspect ratio is excellent for productivity and multitasking
- Dimensity 9000 provides flagship-level performance
- OPPO Pencil support for drawing and note-taking
- 9510 mAh battery with 67W fast charging
Cons
- IPS LCD panel lacks AMOLED contrast and deep blacks
- Limited availability outside Asia
- ColorOS for Pad has limited tablet-optimized apps
- No cellular connectivity option
- 552 g is moderately heavy for extended handheld use
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | OPPO Pad 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 13 (ColorOS for Pad) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | 552 g |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | 258.0 x 189.0 x 6.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 14 hours video playback |
| Capacity | — | 9510 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | — |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 11.61 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 2800 x 2000 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 144Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Cellular | ||
| Stylus Support | ||
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