iPad Air 5th Generation vs iPad Pro 4th Generation
Verdict: The iPad Pro 4th Generation outperforms the iPad Air 5th Generation in raw CPU/GPU benchmarks (2,100 vs 1,800 single‑core Geekbench scores) and offers a 120 Hz ProMotion display that RTINGS rates 10 pts for fluidity, making it the clear choice for creators. However, the Air’s lighter chassis and $200 lower price give it a better value proposition for general consumers, as highlighted by Tom's Guide’s 10‑hour battery endurance test. Overall, the Pro wins on performance and features, while the Air wins on price and portability.
iPad Air 5th Generation lists at $599 while iPad Pro 4th Generation lists at $899 — iPad Air 5th Generation undercuts iPad Pro 4th Generation by $300 (50%).
Winner: iPad Pro 4th Generation
iPad Air 5th Generation: 7.2/10
iPad Pro 4th Generation: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Air 5th Generation | iPad Pro 4th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple M1 (8‑core CPU, 8‑core GPU) | Apple M2 (8‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU) |
| Display | 10.9" Liquid Retina 2360×1640 LCD | 11" Liquid Retina 2388×1668 120 Hz ProMotion |
| Storage | 64 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| RAM | 8 GB (for 256 GB/512 GB models) | 8 GB (up to 512 GB) / 16 GB (1 TB) |
iPad Air 5th Generation
What works
- Lightweight at 1.02 lb (per Apple)
- Supports 2nd‑gen Apple Pencil (per Apple)
- Good battery life ≈ 10 h web (per Tom's Guide)
What doesn't
- Base storage only 64 GB (per Apple)
- No ProMotion 120 Hz display (per RTINGS)
iPad Pro 4th Generation
What works
- 120 Hz ProMotion display (per RTINGS)
- Higher performance M2 chip (per Geekbench)
- More storage options up to 1 TB (per Apple)
What doesn't
- Heavier at 1.04 lb (per Apple)
- Higher price (per Apple)
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 4th Generation.
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