Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) vs Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) and Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 is the cheaper of the two at $999 versus $1,299, a difference of about $300. The Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) stands out for largest ipad pro with tandem oled at 13 inches, while Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 is praised for massive 13.2-inch 144hz oled 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 13" (M5, 2025) if…
- →Largest iPad Pro with tandem OLED at 13 inches
- →M5 chip for desktop-class performance
- →Apple Pencil Pro + Magic Keyboard support
Buy the Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 if…
- →Massive 13.2-inch 144Hz OLED display
- →Extremely thin 5.5 mm chassis at only 580 g
- →Very fast 100W wired and 50W wireless charging
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025)
Pros
- Largest iPad Pro with tandem OLED at 13 inches
- M5 chip for desktop-class performance
- Apple Pencil Pro + Magic Keyboard support
- Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt
Cons
- $1299 starting price
- 579g is heavy for a tablet
- iPadOS still limits pro workflows vs macOS
Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2
Pros
- Massive 13.2-inch 144Hz OLED display
- Extremely thin 5.5 mm chassis at only 580 g
- Very fast 100W wired and 50W wireless charging
- Nano memory card expansion
- Premium build and quad speakers
Cons
- No Google Mobile Services (HarmonyOS app gap)
- No cellular variant in most markets
- Limited Western retail availability
- Kirin 9000s trails latest Snapdragon flagships
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) | Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | HarmonyOS 4.0 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 579 g | 580 g |
| Dimensions | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm | 289.0 x 195.2 x 5.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | 100W wired, 50W wireless charging |
| Capacity | — | 10100 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 13 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 16 MP |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.0 inches | 13.2 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | OLED, 144Hz, 1000 nits |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 2880 x 1920 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 144Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB LPDDR5 |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | HiSilicon Kirin 9000s |
| 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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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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