Verdict: The M4‑powered 13.6‑inch iPad Pro delivers roughly 30 % faster CPU performance (per Apple) and a far brighter 1,000‑nit XDR display (per RTINGS), making it the clear choice for demanding creators, though it costs $300 more. The 11‑inch M2 model remains a solid, more portable option with adequate power for most tasks at a lower price. Overall, the performance and display advantages of the M4 outweigh its higher cost for power‑users, while budget‑focused users may prefer the M2.
iPad Pro 11‑inch M2 256GB Wi‑Fi lists at $799 while iPad Pro 13.6‑inch M4 256GB Wi‑Fi lists at $1,099 — iPad Pro 11‑inch M2 256GB Wi‑Fi undercuts iPad Pro 13.6‑inch M4 256GB Wi‑Fi by $300 (38%).
Winner: iPad Pro 13.6‑inch M4 256GB Wi‑Fi
iPad Pro 11‑inch M2 256GB Wi‑Fi: 6.5/10
iPad Pro 13.6‑inch M4 256GB Wi‑Fi: 8.5/10
| iPad Pro 11‑inch M2 256GB Wi‑Fi | iPad Pro 13.6‑inch M4 256GB Wi‑Fi | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Apple M2 (8‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU) | Apple M4 (12‑core CPU, 16‑core GPU) |
| Display | 11‑inch Liquid Retina, 2388×1668, 120 Hz ProMotion | 13.6‑inch Liquid Retina XDR mini‑LED, 2732×2048, 120 Hz ProMotion |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD | 256 GB SSD |
| Battery | Up to 10 h web browsing (per Apple) | Up to 10 h web browsing (per Apple) |
Our pick: iPad Pro 13.6‑inch M4 256GB Wi‑Fi.
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