Apple
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
95
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Apple
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular
95
/ 100
From $1,499
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi lands at 95 and iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi 95
vs 95 iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
Score breakdown
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi
95 performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
95 performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi | iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 | M5 |
| Display size | 13" | 13" |
| Storage | 1TB | ▲ 256GB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi + Cellular |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · 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
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
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 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi vs iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
Which is better, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi worth the price? +
At $1,699, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular worth the price? +
At $1,499, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.
Does iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi or iPad Pro 13" (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.