iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular lands at 95 and iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testDisplay
TieCompared on the display sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
TieCompared on the performance sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Portability
TieCompared on the portability sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular | iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 | M5 |
| Display size | 13" | 13" |
| Storage | 2TB | 2TB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi + Cellular | Wi-Fi + Cellular |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · 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
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro
- +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 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular vs iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro
Which is better, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular worth the price? +
At $2,099, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro worth the price? +
At $2,228, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.
Does iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 2TB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · with Apple Pencil Pro 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.