iPad Mini 6 vs iPad Pro 11 Inch M4
Verdict: The iPad Pro 11-inch M4 leads with its Tandem OLED panel and M4 chip delivering 2-3x faster GPU performance than the A15 in the Mini 6 according to Geekbench 6 and GFXBench. The Mini 6 remains viable for basic reading but trails in display brightness and storage flexibility. The Pro's Thunderbolt connectivity and 120Hz refresh rate further separate it for demanding workflows.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: iPad Pro 11 Inch M4
iPad Mini 6: 5.5/10
iPad Pro 11 Inch M4: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Mini 6 | iPad Pro 11 Inch M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| chip | A15 Bionic | M4 |
| screen_size | 8.3 inches | 11 inches |
| weight | 0.66 lb | 0.98 lb |
| storage_options | 64GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB |
iPad Mini 6
What works
- Compact 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display fits easily in one hand
- A15 Bionic delivers solid performance for media and light productivity
- Supports Apple Pencil 2 and Smart Keyboard Folio
What doesn't
- Only 64GB base storage with no microSD option
- LCD panel lacks ProMotion and reaches lower peak brightness than OLED
iPad Pro 11 Inch M4
What works
- Ultra-thin 5.1 mm design with Tandem OLED display at 1000 nits
- M4 chip enables advanced AI features and sustained high performance
- Thunderbolt port and up to 16GB unified memory
What doesn't
- Higher starting price than smaller tablets
- Larger size reduces one-handed portability compared to 8-inch models
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 11 Inch M4.
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