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iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular

M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi + Cellular

95
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Apple

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi

M5 · Tandem OLED · Wi-Fi

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular lands at 95 and iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi 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 if…

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

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

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

Score breakdown

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
95
performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi
95
performance 97
display 98
battery 88
portability 92
software 82

Specs side-by-side

Spec
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular
iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi
Chip
M5
M5
Display size
13"
13"
Storage
512GB
1TB
Connectivity
Wi-Fi + Cellular
Wi-Fi
Release year
2025
2025

iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · 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

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

FAQ: iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular vs iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi

Which is better, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · Wi-Fi? +

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 worth the price? +

At $1,699, iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in display.

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.

Does iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 512GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular or iPad Pro 13" (M5) · 1TB · 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.