iPad Air M4 10.9 Inch vs iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 256GB Wi-Fi
Verdict: The iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 is the better choice for creative professionals who need a powerful and feature-rich tablet, while the iPad Air M4 is a great option for casual users who want a portable and affordable device. According to CNET, the iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 has a 120Hz refresh rate, while the iPad Air M4 has a 60Hz refresh rate. As noted by Tom's Hardware, the iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 has up to 16GB of RAM, while the iPad Air M4 has up to 8GB of RAM.
Winner: iPad Pro 11 Inch M5
iPad Air M4 10.9 Inch: 7.5/10
iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 256GB Wi-Fi: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Air M4 10.9 Inch | iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 256GB Wi-Fi | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 10.9 Inch Liquid Retina | 11 Inch Liquid Retina XDR |
| Processor | M4 | M5 |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB |
| Display Size | 10.9 | 11 |
iPad Air M4 10.9 Inch
What works
- Great for browsing and streaming
What doesn't
- No 5G connectivity
iPad Pro 11 Inch M5 256GB Wi-Fi
What works
- Powerful Apple M5 chip
- Supports Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 11 Inch M5.
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