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Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED)

Apple's professional tablet with a Tandem OLED display and the M5 processor.

Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED)
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Evidence statusSpecs not independently verifiedsupport.apple.com
Starting price on record$1,199
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Chip
Apple M5 chip
ESIM
eSIM 9
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO 6
Camera
12MP Wide camera, ƒ/1.8 aperture

The decision

Where it wins

  • Stunning display
  • Desktop-class performance
  • Advanced eSIM technology
  • LiDAR Scanner
  • Support for Apple Pencil Pro

Where it doesn't

  • iPadOS still limits multitasking
Ideal forProfessionalsCreative usersThose requiring high-resolution displays

Key Features

  • ✦Apple M5 chip
  • ✦OLED display
  • ✦10-core GPU
  • ✦9-core CPU
  • ✦LiDAR Scanner
  • ✦Apple Pencil support
  • ✦Wi-Fi 7
  • ✦5G (sub-6 GHz) with 4x4 MIMO
  • ✦eSIM
  • ✦XDR brightness
02 / Technical record

Specifications

Structured product data, grouped by system.

Core hardware05
ChipApple M5 chip
ProcessorApple M5
Models A3358 And A33615G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n77, n78, n79) 7
Wi-Fi + Cellular ModelsUp to 9 hours of surfing the web using cellular data network
Models A3358 And A3361 5G NR BandsBands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n77, n78, n79
AI & acceleration03
9-Core CPU9-core CPU with 3 super cores and 6 efficiency cores
10-Core CPU10-core CPU with 4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores
10-Core GPU10-core GPU
Display & media04
DisplayUltra Retina XDR
Displaysrounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the 13-inch iPad Pro is 13 inches, and the 11-inch iPad Pro is 11.1 inches. Actual viewable area is less
Media EngineHardware-accelerated H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and ProRes RAW
Nano-Texture Display Glass Optionon 1TB and 2TB models
Power & thermal01
Power And BatteryBuilt-in 38.99-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
Physical & connectivity02
Size And Weightvary by configuration and manufacturing process
USB-C Digital AV Multiport AdapterVGA, HDMI, DVI, and Thunderbolt 2 output supported using adapters (sold separately) 11
Platform & software02
Apple IntelligenceApple Intelligence 4
Apple Pencil SupportApple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Other specifications29
ESIMeSIM 9
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO 6
Camera12MP Wide camera, ƒ/1.8 aperture
TD-LTETD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
IPadOScomes with powerful features and built-in apps designed to take advantage of the unique capabilities of iPad
FDD-LTEFDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
Face IDEnabled by TrueDepth camera for facial recognition
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR Scanner, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensors
Wi-Fi 7available in countries and regions where supported
BluetoothBluetooth 6
Data OnlyData only 8
Thickness5.1mm
Gigabit LTEGigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO
Digital Zoomup to 5x
TD-LTE BandsBands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48
FDD-LTE BandsBands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71
Wi-Fi CallingWi-Fi calling 7
5G (Sub-6 GHz)5G (sub-6 GHz) with 4x4 MIMO
SDR Brightness1000 nits max
XDR Brightness1000 nits max full screen, 1600 nits peak (HDR content only)
12MP Wide Camera12MP Wide camera, ƒ/1.8 aperture
FaceTime Callingrequires a FaceTime-enabled device for the caller and recipient and a Wi-Fi connection. Availability over a cellular network depends on carrier policies; data charges may apply
Operating SystemiPadOS
Up To 4K AirPlayfor mirroring, photos, and video out to Apple TV (2nd generation or later) or AirPlay-enabled smart TV
Cellular Data Plansold separately. The model you purchase is configured to work with a particular cellular network technology. Check with your carrier for compatibility and cellular data plan availability
Fast-Charge CapableUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with the 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max or other USB-C power adapter capable of providing 60W or higher (adapters sold separately) 13
UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPAUMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz)
5G, Gigabit LTE, And Wi-Fi Callingavailable in select markets and through select carriers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and carrier
IPad Pro Uses Advanced ESIM Technologyfor more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards)
Evidence / qualification

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Specs not independently verifiedsupport.apple.com
Source on record
support.apple.com
Editorial context

The Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED) offers a powerful combination of hardware and features designed for professional use, including an advanced OLED display, the latest M5 chip, and a range of connectivity options. The inclusion of the LiDAR scanner and support for Apple Pencil Pro further enhances its capabilities for creative and professional tasks.

The M5 iPad Pro retains its impossibly thin 5.1mm design but introduces the M5 chip, massively accelerating ray-tracing and local machine learning tasks. It remains the gold standard for digital artists and mobile creatives.

The Radar

Field notes for this hardware — the trade-offs, tweaks and gotchas you only learn after living with it.

M5 iPad Pro: preventing burn-in on the tandem OLEDTroubleshooting

The iPad Pro's tandem OLED — two emissive layers sharing the load — cuts image-retention risk sharply versus a single-layer panel. The risk isn't zero for heavy users who keep one static interface on screen for hours, but a few habits remove it in practice.

Three habits

  1. Leave auto-brightness on. Don't pin the panel near its peak brightness indoors; let the ambient sensor pull it down. Sustained maximum brightness is the main accelerant of any OLED wear.
  2. Break up static layouts. If you use the iPad as a second monitor showing a fixed dashboard, set the display to sleep on a timer or run a moving screensaver rather than holding the same pixels lit all day.
  3. Use dark mode. On OLED, dark mode switches those pixels fully off — it saves meaningful battery and eliminates wear in the bright UI regions that would otherwise age fastest.

The rule

Auto-brightness on, no all-day static images, dark mode where you can. Do those three and tandem OLED burn-in stays a non-issue for the life of the device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED) for?↓
Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED) is a fit for professionals, Creative users and Those requiring high-resolution displays.
What are the drawbacks of Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED)?↓
The trade-offs we record are: iPadOS still limits multitasking.
What does Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED) do well?↓
Stunning display, Desktop-class performance, Advanced eSIM technology, LiDAR Scanner and Support for Apple Pencil Pro.
How much does Apple M5 iPad Pro (OLED) cost?↓
$1,199, as recorded in this index. Prices move; check the retailer for the current figure.

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