Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) and Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is the cheaper of the two at $220 versus $1,299, a difference of about $1,079. 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 Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is praised for affordable price under $220. 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 Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ if…
- →Affordable price under $220
- →Smooth 90Hz 11-inch display
- →Quad Dolby Atmos speakers
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
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
Pros
- Affordable price under $220
- Smooth 90Hz 11-inch display
- Quad Dolby Atmos speakers
- MicroSD expansion up to 1 TB
- Long Samsung software support window
Cons
- No S Pen support
- Plastic build feels basic
- Only Wi-Fi 5
- Modest Snapdragon 695 chipset
- Slow 15W charging
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) | Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 13 with One UI 5.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 579 g | 480 g |
| Dimensions | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm | 257.1 x 168.7 x 6.9 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | 15W fast charging |
| Capacity | — | 7040 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 8 MP |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 5 MP |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.0 inches | 11 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | LCD |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 90Hz |
| Storage | ||
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB | 64 GB, 128 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB / 8 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G |
| 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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