Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+
The Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) and Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ is the cheaper of the two at $1,000 versus $1,299, a difference of about $299. 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 S10+ is praised for vibrant 12.4-inch dynamic amoled 2x display at 120hz. 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 S10+ if…
- →Vibrant 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 120Hz
- →S Pen included in the box
- →IP68 dust and water resistance
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 S10+
Pros
- Vibrant 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 120Hz
- S Pen included in the box
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- Expandable storage via microSD
- Seven years of OS and security updates promised
Cons
- Performance trails the iPad Pro M4
- Android tablet app ecosystem still inconsistent
- Accessories like keyboard cover sold separately
- Charger not included in the box
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 13" (M5, 2025) | Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iPadOS 19 | Android 14 with One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 579 g | 571 g (Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm | 285.4 x 185.4 x 5.6 mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to ~14 hours video |
| Capacity | — | 10090 mAh |
| Cameras | ||
| Rear | 12 MP wide, 12 MP ultrawide, LiDAR | 13 MP wide + 8 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, Center Stage | 12 MP ultrawide (landscape) |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.0 inches | 12.4 inches |
| Type | Ultra Retina XDR tandem OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2732 x 2048 | 2800 x 1752 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 120Hz |
| 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 / 16 GB |
| Chipset | Apple M5 (10-core CPU) | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Thunderbolt / USB 4 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| 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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