Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) vs Nokia T21
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) and Nokia T21 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Nokia T21 is the cheaper of the two at $249 versus $1,299, a difference of about $1,050. 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 Nokia T21 is praised for 2k display at $249 is competitive for a branded tablet. 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 Nokia T21 if…
- →2K display at $249 is competitive for a branded tablet
- →8200 mAh battery handles a full day of mixed use
- →MicroSD expansion up to 512 GB
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
Nokia T21
Pros
- 2K display at $249 is competitive for a branded tablet
- 8200 mAh battery handles a full day of mixed use
- MicroSD expansion up to 512 GB
- Cellular connectivity option available
- Aluminum build feels premium at the budget price
Cons
- Unisoc T612 chip is slow — noticeable lag in apps
- Android 12 with limited update commitment
- 60Hz display feels dated
- 4 GB RAM limits app switching and multitasking
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) | Nokia T21 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 12 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 579 g | 465 g |
| Dimensions | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm | 247.6 x 157.5 x 7.5 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 10 hours browsing |
| Capacity | — | 8200 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 8 MP |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 8 MP |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.0 inches | 10.4 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 2000 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 60Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 64 GB, 128 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | Unisoc T612 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (N1 chip) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| 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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