iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only lands at 93 and iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Pick iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only | iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 | M5 |
| Display size | 11" | 11" |
| Storage | ▲ 512GB | 256GB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi + Cellular | Wi-Fi + Cellular |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only
- +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 + Cellular
- +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) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only vs iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
Which is better, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only or iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only worth the price? +
At $1,399, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular worth the price? +
At $1,199, iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in display.
Does iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only or iPad Pro 11" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular 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.