Apple iPad mini 6 vs Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 29 by Billy G.

Apple iPad mini 6
Apple iPad mini 6
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4

Verdict: The iPad Pro 11-inch M4 outperforms the iPad Mini 6 across display, performance, and future-proofing with its Tandem OLED 120Hz panel and M4 chip per CNET and Notebookcheck reviews. The Mini 6 remains viable only for users prioritizing extreme portability on a tighter budget. The Pro wins 5 of 6 score categories with clear numerical gaps in performance and features.

Winner: Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4

Apple iPad mini 6: 5.5/10

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Apple iPad mini 6Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4
screen8.3-inch LCD 2266x148811-inch Tandem OLED 2420x1668 120Hz
chipA15 BionicM4
ram_storage4GB / 64-256GB8GB / 256GB-2TB
battery19.3 Wh38.9 Wh

Apple iPad mini 6

What works

  • Compact 0.68 lb design for one-handed use
  • Apple Pencil 2 support
  • Up to 10 hours video playback

What doesn't

  • Only 60Hz refresh rate
  • No Thunderbolt or Face ID

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4

What works

  • Ultra-thin 0.21-inch body with 120Hz ProMotion
  • Thunderbolt 4 and Face ID
  • Up to 10 hours video playback with better efficiency

What doesn't

  • Higher starting price
  • Overkill for basic tasks

Bottom line

Our pick: Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4.

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