iPad Pro 12.9 Inch M2 vs iPad Pro 13 Inch M4
Verdict: The iPad Pro 13-inch M4 wins decisively with its tandem OLED display (per RTINGS contrast measurements), faster M4 chip (up to 1.5x GPU in Metal benchmarks from Apple's specs), and thinner design. The M2 model trails in display uniformity and future-proofing but remains capable for everyday use. M4 is the clear upgrade for professionals needing top-tier visuals and performance.
Winner: iPad Pro 13 Inch M4
iPad Pro 12.9 Inch M2: 6.5/10
iPad Pro 13 Inch M4: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Pro 12.9 Inch M2 | iPad Pro 13 Inch M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| chip | Apple M2 | Apple M4 |
| display | 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz | 13-inch Tandem OLED, 120Hz |
| ram | 8GB | 8GB-16GB |
| storage_options | 128GB-2TB | 256GB-2TB |
iPad Pro 12.9 Inch M2
What works
- M2 chip delivers strong performance for most tasks
- Mini-LED display reaches 1600 nits peak brightness
- Lower price on used/refurbished market
What doesn't
- Only 8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking
- LCD backlight blooming visible in dark scenes
iPad Pro 13 Inch M4
What works
- M4 chip offers up to 50% faster GPU than M2
- Ultra-thin 5.1mm design with tandem OLED for perfect blacks
- Up to 16GB RAM and Thunderbolt 4 support
What doesn't
- Higher starting price than prior M2 models
- No major camera upgrades over M2 generation
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 13 Inch M4.
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