Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) vs Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) and Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is the cheaper of the two at $399 versus $999, a difference of about $600. 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 Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is praised for snapdragon 8s gen 3 chip delivers strong performance for the price. 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 Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro if…
- →Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip delivers strong performance for the price
- →144Hz 3.2K display is excellent for media and gaming
- →Aggressive $399 pricing undercuts iPad Air significantly
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
Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
Pros
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip delivers strong performance for the price
- 144Hz 3.2K display is excellent for media and gaming
- Aggressive $399 pricing undercuts iPad Air significantly
- Xiaomi Focus Pen support for note-taking and drawing
- Wi-Fi 7 and USB-C 3.2 for fast connectivity
Cons
- HyperOS tablet optimization is behind Samsung's One UI
- No OLED or mini-LED display
- Limited global availability outside China
- No cellular option for on-the-go connectivity
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 11" (M5, 2025) | Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 14 (HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 444 g | 500 g |
| Dimensions | 249.7 x 177.5 x 5.1 mm | 253.6 x 166.5 x 6.4 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 12 hours video playback |
| Capacity | — | 8850 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 | 11.2 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2420 x 1668 | 3200 x 2136 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 144Hz |
| 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) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| 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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