iPad Air 5th Gen vs iPad Pro 13‑inch M4
Verdict: The iPad Pro 13‑inch M4 delivers a markedly faster CPU (10‑core vs 8‑core, 1,950 vs 1,300 Geekbench single‑core scores per Geekbench) and a 120 Hz ProMotion display that improves scrolling and Apple Pencil latency (120 Hz vs 60 Hz, 9 ms vs 20 ms latency per Apple). However, it weighs 1.5 lb and starts at a higher price, making the iPad Air 5 a lighter, more affordable choice for everyday tasks. For creators who need the extra performance and screen fluidity, the Pro is the clear winner.
Winner: iPad Pro 13‑inch M4
iPad Air 5th Gen: 6.5/10
iPad Pro 13‑inch M4: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Air 5th Gen | iPad Pro 13‑inch M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple M1 | Apple M4 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 10.9‑inch Liquid Retina 2360×1640 60 Hz | 13‑inch Liquid Retina 120 Hz 2732×2048 |
iPad Air 5th Gen
What works
- Lightweight at 1.02 lb (per Apple spec)
- Supports 2nd‑gen Apple Pencil (per Apple)
- Good battery life up to 10 h web use (per Apple)
What doesn't
- Base storage limited to 64 GB (per Apple)
- No ProMotion 120 Hz display (per Apple)
iPad Pro 13‑inch M4
What works
- ProMotion 120 Hz display (per Apple)
- More powerful M4 chip (per Apple)
- Higher base storage 128 GB (per Apple)
What doesn't
- Heavier at 1.5 lb (per Apple)
- Higher starting price (per Apple)
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 13‑inch M4.
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