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iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro — M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
Apple

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro

M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi

95
/ 100
From $1,828
VS
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi — M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
Apple

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi

M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi

95
/ 100
From $1,299
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro lands at 95 and iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro if…

  • ✓M5 performance in a tablet
  • ✓Tandem OLED display
  • ✓Apple Pencil Pro support

Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi if…

  • ✓M5 performance in a tablet
  • ✓Tandem OLED display
  • ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Display

Tie

Compared on the display sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Portability

Tie

Compared on the portability sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi more score per dollar ($1,299 vs $1,828).

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro 95
vs
95 iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi

Score breakdown

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro
95
performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi
95
performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82

Specs side-by-side

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro versus iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi — full spec comparison
Spec iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi
Chip
M5
M5
Display size
13"
13"
Storage
1TB
▲ 256GB
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Release year
2025
2025

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · 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 13" (M5) · 256GB · 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 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro vs iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi

Which is better, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi? +

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 · with Apple Pencil Pro worth the price? +

At $1,828, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.

Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi worth the price? +

At $1,299, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.

Does iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · 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.

Which is the better value, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi · with Apple Pencil Pro or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi? +

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi — more score per dollar ($1,299 vs $1,828). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.