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Apple iPad Pro 11 2025

Apple iPad Pro 11 2025
Apple iPad Pro 11 2025
This article reviews the Apple iPad Pro 11 2025, focusing on its M5 processor, OLED Ultra Retina XDR display, and updated connectivity including Wi‑Fi 7. Drawing on multiple independent tests, it evaluates whether the tablet’s laptop‑class performance, iPadOS 26 features, and premium pricing make it a rational upgrade for power users and creative professionals.

Pros

+ extremely fast M5 SoC
+ sturdy and timeless case
+ Wi-Fi 7 and 5G
+ good camera quality for a tablet
+ powerful speaker sound
+ comprehensive software package
+ good battery life
+ bright and accurate display

Cons

- no power adapter included
- very expensive
- PWM flickering
- no always-on display
- only a 12-month warranty

The article examines the Apple iPad Pro 11 2025 as a premium 11‑inch tablet powered by Apple’s new 10‑core M5 SoC and M5 GPU. Testers highlight performance that exceeds many modern laptops, smooth multitasking under iPadOS 26, and strong support for creative and professional apps, especially when combined with the Magic Keyboard. The OLED Ultra Retina XDR display with 120 Hz, HDR, and high brightness is repeatedly praised as one of the best portable screens available. Battery life, build quality, Wi‑Fi 7, 5G, and the quad‑speaker system further reinforce its positioning as a top‑tier Pro tablet. However, the high price around 2079 Euro and limited color options are clear downsides, and several reviewers argue the device is excessive for typical users. For many buyers, the iPad Air M3 or discounted previous‑generation iPad Pro models may offer better value if they can forgo the latest OLED and peak performance.

Specifications

Apple iPad Pro 11 2025 (iPad Pro Series)
Processor
Apple M5 (10 Cores) 10 x 3 - 4.6 GHz
Graphics adapter
Memory
16 GB 
, LPDDR5
Display
11.00 inch 3:2, 2420 x 1668 pixel 267 PPI, capacitive, native pen support, OLED, glossy: yes, HDR, 120 Hz
Storage
1 TB NAND Flash, 1024 GB 
, 968 GB free
Connections
1 USB4 40 Gbps, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 DisplayPort, 1 Docking Station Port, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Brightness Sensor
Networking
Wi-Fi 7 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 6, 5G, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 5.3 x 249.7 x 177.5 ( = 0.21 x 9.83 x 6.99 in)
Battery
31.3 Wh, 8340 mAh Lithium-Polymer
Operating System
Apple iPadOS 26
Camera
Primary Camera: 12 MPix flash, f/​1.8, AF, OIS, wide angle
Secondary Camera: 12 MPix Ultra-wide angle, f/​2.4
Additional features
Speakers: 4 speakers, USB cable, 12 Months Warranty
Weight
446 g ( = 15.73 oz / 0.98 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
2079 Euro

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 92.04% - very good
Average of 5 scores (from 8 reviews)
price: 90%, performance: 86%, features: 54%, display: 96% mobility: 83%, workmanship: 84%, ergonomy: 87%, emissions: 96%

Reviews for the Apple iPad Pro 11 2025

90.2% Apple iPad Pro M5 (2025) tablet review - An extremely fast M5 SoC and Wi-Fi 7 | Notebookcheck
Apple has updated its iPad Pro series, equipping its high-end tablet with the new M5 processor and Wi-Fi 7. Performance surpasses many modern laptops, and with the new iPadOS 26 and Magic Keyboard, it almost feels like a MacBook.
100% With the M5 iPad Pro, Apple has finally made a tablet that can replace your laptop
Source: It Pro English
With the new M5 chip, Apple has finally turned its flagship tablet into a bona fide laptop replacement. The keyboard also does some of the work here, but the power, the speed, and the software tweaks all make for a brilliant device to use for work. Could it be cheaper? Prices start at $999 (£999) for the 11in model, and that is less than the S11 Ultra, but significantly more than the OnePlus Pad 3. So it could be a little more budget-friendly, but it's better, in our opinion, than both those alternatives. This is, hands down, the most powerful tablet around.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/16/2025
Rating: Total score: 100%
I spent a week with the iPad Pro M5 to see if it’s really worth $1,000
Source: CNN underscored English
The iPad Pro M5 is the best iPad I’ve ever tested, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you should buy it. In a vacuum, its best-in-class performance, stunning OLED screen, long battery life and impressive multitasking chops offer a lot to love, and folks coming an iPad Pro M1 or older (or a non-Pro iPad) will notice some serious performance gains. If you’re getting your first iPad and aren’t really fussed by spending a grand or more, you’ll be treated to the finest tablet experience out there. For the vast majority of people reading this, though, the iPad Pro M5 is likely overkill for what you need. Apple’s iPad Air M3 is nearly as capable on the performance front for around half the price, as long as you can live without perks like a smooth OLED display. If you happen to catch last year’s iPad Pro M4 on sale, you’ll barely be giving anything up for the lower price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2025
90% I tested the 11-inch iPad Pro M5 for five days, and Apple’s Pro tablet is still in a league of its own
Source: Techradar English
Apple hasn’t changed much with the iPad Pro M5, but it didn’t really need to. The update to the M5 chip makes Apple’s top-of-the-line iPad faster and more capable than ever, and able to handle multitasking, creative apps, and even AAA games with ease. It pairs that performance with the same stunning OLED Ultra Retina XDR display, excellent battery life, and premium build quality as its predecessor. While the price remains high and color options are limited, the 11-inch iPad Pro M5 is still the ultimate Pro tablet for power users who want top-tier performance and versatility.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/21/2025
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Apple just announced the iPad Pro M5, but should you preorder?
Source: CNN underscored English
The iPad Pro M5 looks like it should be the best iPad yet, provided money’s no issue for you. Designed for the power users and OLED lovers, this is the best tablet that a lot of money can buy. That said, anyone who bought the iPad Pro M4 for its display and not its brawn shouldn’t be reaching for their credit card or ApplePay quite yet. Those with older iPads that hit their limits on performance should definitely check it out, especially if you’re the kind of person who stopped shopping for the best laptops and switched over to the tablet world. The iPad Pro features one of the best portable screens I’ve ever seen, and that’s more than enough reason for many to upgrade. I can’t wait to get the iPad Pro M5 in my hands for our full and comprehensive review, so stay tuned.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/15/2025

Foreign Reviews

100% iPad Pro M5 Test: Die Wahrheit nach 4 Wochen
Source: Tablet Blog German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/05/2025
Rating: Total score: 100%
Apple iPad Pro 11 2025: Neues Apple-Tablet im Test
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2025
iPad Pro 11 z M5 - recenzja. Tablet, który mocą zmiata z planszy
Source: Antyweb Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/05/2025
80% Apple iPad Pro M5 (2025)
Source: Tek.no NO→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/20/2025
Rating: Total score: 80%

Comment

Apple M5 GPU: An integrated graphics card developed by Apple and integrated in the Apple M5 SoC. Offers 10 cores and according to Apple an up to 30% higher performance compared to the M4 GPU.

With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


M5 (10 Cores): An ARM architecture processor (SoC) with 10 CPU cores, a neural engine with 16 cores and greatly improved AI performance (combining NPU and GPU). » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


 

Devices with the same GPU

Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025)
M5 GPU, M5 M5 (9 Cores), 13.00", 0.579 kg

Devices from the same Manufacturer

Apple MacBook Pro 14 2025 M5
M5 GPU, M5 M5 (10 Cores), 14.20", 1.549 kg
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Ninh Duy, 2025-12- 5 (Update: 2025-12-16)