iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi lands at 93 and iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Pick iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testDisplay
TieCompared on the display sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
TieCompared on the performance sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Portability
TieCompared on the portability sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi | iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 | M5 |
| Display size | 11" | 11" |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi
- +M5 performance in a tablet
- +Tandem OLED display
- +Apple Pencil Pro support
- −iPadOS multitasking still limited
- −Keyboard sold separately
- −Pricey for casual use
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio
- +M5 performance in a tablet
- +Tandem OLED display
- +Apple Pencil Pro support
- −iPadOS multitasking still limited
- −Keyboard sold separately
- −Pricey for casual use
FAQ: iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi vs iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio
Which is better, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi or iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi worth the price? +
At $999, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio worth the price? +
At $1,078, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Does iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi or iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Smart Folio last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.