Apple
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
93
/ 100
From $1,128
VS
Apple
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
93
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro lands at 93 and iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Pick iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro 93
vs 93 iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi
Score breakdown
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro
93 performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi
93 performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro | iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 | M5 |
| Display size | 11" | 11" |
| Storage | 256GB | ▲ 512GB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro
Pros
- +M5 performance in a tablet
- +Tandem OLED display
- +Apple Pencil Pro support
Cons
- −iPadOS multitasking still limited
- −Keyboard sold separately
- −Pricey for casual use
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi
Pros
- +M5 performance in a tablet
- +Tandem OLED display
- +Apple Pencil Pro support
Cons
- −iPadOS multitasking still limited
- −Keyboard sold separately
- −Pricey for casual use
FAQ: iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro vs iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi
Which is better, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro or iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi? +
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 · with Apple Pencil Pro worth the price? +
At $1,128, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi worth the price? +
At $1,199, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Does iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro or iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi 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.