iPad Pro 12.9 M2 vs Realme Pad 2
Verdict: The iPad Pro 12.9 M2 wins on performance and display quality with its M2 chip and Liquid Retina XDR per the provided specs, but the Realme Pad 2 offers vastly superior value at $179 with a large 8360mAh battery. The iPad trails on price and support status as a discontinued 2022 model. Realme Pad 2 for most users due to affordability despite weaker specs.
iPad Pro 12.9 M2 lists at $1,099 while Realme Pad 2 lists at $239 — Realme Pad 2 undercuts iPad Pro 12.9 M2 by $860 (360%).
Winner: Realme Pad 2
iPad Pro 12.9 M2: 7.5/10
Realme Pad 2: 5.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Pro 12.9 M2 | Realme Pad 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| display | 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR | 11.5-inch 1200x2000 |
| chipset | Apple M2 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| battery | — | 8360mAh with 33W charging |
| camera | 12MP Wide + 10MP Ultra Wide | 8MP rear |
iPad Pro 12.9 M2
What works
- Superior 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display with higher brightness and contrast
- Apple M2 chipset delivers significantly faster performance than Helio G99
- Higher-resolution dual cameras for better photo and video quality
What doesn't
- Discontinued model with no official support updates after 2022
- MSRP of $1099 is over 6x the price of the Realme Pad 2
Realme Pad 2
What works
- Very low $179 price point makes it accessible for basic use
- Large 8360mAh battery with 33W fast charging for extended runtime
- Still listed as current model with ongoing availability
What doesn't
- Helio G99 chipset offers far lower performance than Apple M2
- Lower-resolution 11.5-inch 1200x2000 display and basic 8MP camera
Bottom line
Our pick: Realme Pad 2.
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