Verdict: The iPad Pro (6th gen) outperforms the iPad Air in raw GPU power (M2 vs M1, 30% faster per Geekbench 6) and offers a 120 Hz ProMotion display, making it ideal for video editing and graphic work. However, its $799 price is $200 higher for only double the storage, so the iPad Air remains the better value for everyday tasks (Apple’s battery life is identical). Overall, the Pro wins on performance and features, while the Air wins on price‑to‑capability.
iPad Air (5th generation) 64GB Wi‑Fi lists at $599 while iPad Pro (6th generation) 128GB Wi‑Fi lists at $799 — iPad Air (5th generation) 64GB Wi‑Fi undercuts iPad Pro (6th generation) 128GB Wi‑Fi by $200 (33%).
Winner: iPad Pro (6th generation) 128GB Wi‑Fi
iPad Air (5th generation) 64GB Wi‑Fi: 7/10
iPad Pro (6th generation) 128GB Wi‑Fi: 8.5/10
| iPad Air (5th generation) 64GB Wi‑Fi | iPad Pro (6th generation) 128GB Wi‑Fi | |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M1 | Apple M2 |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 10.9‑inch Liquid Retina (2360×1640) | 11‑inch Liquid Retina (2388×1668) with ProMotion 120 Hz |
| Battery Life | 10 h web browsing (per Apple) | 10 h web browsing (per Apple) |
Our pick: iPad Pro (6th generation) 128GB Wi‑Fi.
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