iPad Air 11 Inch M4 vs iPad Pro 13 Inch M5

iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 wins — The iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 is the better choice for creative professionals who need a high-resolution display and fast perf…

Scores: iPad Air 11 Inch M4 7.5/10 · iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 8.5/10

The iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 is the better choice for creative professionals who need a high-resolution display and fast performance. However, the iPad Air 11 Inch M4 is a great option for casual users who want a portable and affordable tablet. According to CNET, the iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 has a 120Hz refresh rate, while the iPad Air 11 Inch M4 has a 60Hz refresh rate.

iPad Air 11 Inch M4 lists at $849 while iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 lists at $1,099 — iPad Air 11 Inch M4 undercuts iPad Pro 13 Inch M5 by $250 (29%).

Spec-by-spec comparison

iPad Air 11 Inch M4iPad Pro 13 Inch M5
Display11-inch Liquid Retina13-inch Liquid Retina XDR
ProcessorApple M4Apple M5
RAM8GB16GB
Storage64GB128GB

iPad Air 11 Inch M4

What works

  • Portable and lightweight
  • Great for everyday tasks
  • Long battery life

What doesn't

  • Limited storage options
  • No 5G connectivity

iPad Pro 13 Inch M5

What works

  • High-resolution display
  • Fast performance
  • Supports 5G connectivity

What doesn't

  • Expensive
  • Heavy

Bottom line

Our pick: iPad Pro 13 Inch M5.

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