iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only
M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only lands at 95 and iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Pick iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only if…
- ✓M5 performance in a tablet
- ✓Tandem OLED display
- ✓Apple Pencil Pro support
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only | iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | M5 | M5 |
| Display size | 13" | 13" |
| Storage | ▲ 512GB | 256GB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi + Cellular | Wi-Fi |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Pro 13" (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 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · 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
FAQ: iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only vs iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only
Which is better, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only worth the price? +
At $1,699, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.
Is iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only worth the price? +
At $1,299, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.
Does iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · Tablet only or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 256GB · Wi-Fi · Tablet only 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.