iPad Air M4 13 Inch vs iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024

iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024 wins — The iPad Pro 12

Scores: iPad Air M4 13 Inch 7.5/10 · iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024 8.5/10

The iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024 is the better choice for creative professionals and gamers due to its high-resolution display and fast performance (per CNET). However, the iPad Air M4 13 Inch is a more affordable option for note-taking and drawing (per Wirecutter).

iPad Air M4 13 Inch lists at $849 while iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024 lists at $1,099 — iPad Air M4 13 Inch undercuts iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024 by $250 (29%).

Spec-by-spec comparison

iPad Air M4 13 InchiPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024
Display13-inch Liquid Retina12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR
ProcessorApple M4Apple M5
RAM8GB16GB
Storage64GB128GB

iPad Air M4 13 Inch

What works

  • Portable and lightweight
  • Long battery life
  • Compatible with Apple Pencil

What doesn't

  • Limited storage capacity
  • No 5G connectivity option

iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024

What works

  • High-resolution display
  • Fast performance with Apple M5
  • Supports Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard

What doesn't

  • Expensive
  • Large and heavy

Bottom line

Our pick: iPad Pro 12.9 Inch 2024.

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