Apple
iPad Pro 13" (M4)
M4 · Tandem OLED · Apple Pencil Pro
94
/ 100
From $1,299
VS
Apple
iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB
128GB · 2024
94
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 13" (M4) lands at 94 and iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M4) if…
- ✓Tandem OLED with true HDR
- ✓M4 performance in a tablet
- ✓Thinnest Apple device ever
Pick iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
iPad Pro 13" (M4) 94
vs 94 iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB
Score breakdown
iPad Pro 13" (M4)
94 performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 94
software 82
iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB
94 performance 94
display 92
battery 86
portability 88
software 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 13" (M4) | iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M4 (9C CPU / 10C GPU) | — |
| Display | 13″ Tandem OLED, 120Hz, 2752×2064 | — |
| RAM | 8 / 16 GB | — |
| Storage | ▲ 256 GB – 2 TB | 128GB |
| Weight | 579 g | — |
| Battery | 38.99 Wh | — |
| OS | iPadOS 18 | — |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
iPad Pro 13" (M4)
Pros
- +Tandem OLED with true HDR
- +M4 performance in a tablet
- +Thinnest Apple device ever
Cons
- −iPadOS still window-limited
- −Keyboard sold separately
- −Pricey for casual use
iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
FAQ: iPad Pro 13" (M4) vs iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB
Which is better, iPad Pro 13" (M4) or iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB? +
Both score 94 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M4) worth the price? +
At $1,299, iPad Pro 13" (M4) delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB worth the price? +
At $1,399, iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in performance.
Does iPad Pro 13" (M4) or iPad Pro 13 (M4) · 128GB 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.