Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is the cheaper of the two at $449 versus $999, a difference of about $550. Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) stands out for m5 chip with 3.5x ai performance vs m4, while Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is praised for s pen included in the box — no extra cost for stylus input. 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 Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE if…
- →S Pen included in the box — no extra cost for stylus input
- →2560x1600 display with 90Hz is smooth for the price
- →Galaxy AI features for note-taking and productivity
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE
Pros
- S Pen included in the box — no extra cost for stylus input
- 2560x1600 display with 90Hz is smooth for the price
- Galaxy AI features for note-taking and productivity
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB for media storage
- Six years of Samsung software updates
Cons
- LCD panel — no AMOLED vibrancy at this price
- Exynos 1580 is adequate but not a powerhouse
- 6 GB RAM feels limited for heavy multitasking
- 90Hz falls behind 120Hz competitors
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 15 (One UI 7) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | 523 g |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | 254.3 x 165.8 x 6.3 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 13 hours video playback |
| Capacity | — | 8000 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 8 MP wide |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 12 MP ultrawide |
| Display | ||
| Size | 11.0 inches | 10.9 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 90Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 6 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | Samsung Exynos 1580 |
| 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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