Apple has unveiled the new iPad Pro – and is raising the bar even higher for mobile performance, graphics and artificial intelligence with the M5 chip. The device combines the power of a desktop computer with the ultra-thin design that has made the iPad famous. With new chips like the M5, N1 and C1X, Apple brings Wi-Fi 7, faster mobile connections and AI optimizations for creatives, professionals and developers directly to the tablet for the first time.
- M5 chip with up to 3.5 times faster AI performance compared to the M4
- Ultra Retina XDR display with Tandem OLED technology and 1,600 nits peak brightness
- New wireless chips N1 (Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6) and C1X (50% faster cellular performance)
- Up to 24 hours battery life, higher memory bandwidth and USB-C fast charging support
M5 chip: AI performance redefined
The new M5 chip is the technological center of the iPad Pro and sets new standards in mobile computing performance. With a next-generation GPU that integrates Neural Accelerators in every core for the first time, iPad Pro achieves up to 3.5 times the AI performance of the M4 model and up to 5.6 times the performance of the M1 model.
Of particular note is the 16-core Neural Engine, which is optimized for AI workloads such as text-to-image creation, video masking and local data modeling. Apps such as Draw Things and DaVinci Resolve benefit directly from this: complex tasks are calculated without the cloud, faster and data protection-friendly. Thanks to over 150 GB/s of memory bandwidth, even multiple AI instances run in parallel without any loss of performance – ideal for creative workflows or analytical projects.
Highest graphics and CPU performance for creative professionals
The 10-core CPU of the M5 with four performance and six efficiency cores ensures a significant increase in overall performance. The world’s fastest CPU core enables parallel work in computationally intensive apps, from Adobe Illustrator to SketchUp.
Graphics performance also reaches a new level with the new third-generation ray tracing engine. It allows up to 1.5 times faster 3D rendering with realistic light and shadow effects, which brings a visible improvement in apps such as Octane X or Final Cut Pro for iPad. This power also pays off in gaming – high-resolution scenes such as in Arknights: Endfield run much smoother. The models with 256 GB or 512 GB memory now contain 12 GB of shared memory as standard, and the SSD is up to twice as fast as before.
Advanced wireless technology: N1 and C1X
With the new N1 and C1X chips, Apple is significantly expanding the connectivity of the iPad Pro. The N1 brings Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread support for more stable and energy-efficient wireless communication. The C1X provides cellular models with up to 50 percent faster mobile data connections and up to 30 percent less energy consumption.
Combined with 5G and eSIM flexibility, the iPad Pro remains optimally connected worldwide – whether working on the go or streaming without a Wi-Fi connection. These improvements position the iPad Pro for the first time as a fully-fledged mobile work computer that effortlessly fulfills even enterprise requirements.
Impressive design and Ultra Retina XDR display
The new iPad Pro impresses with an ultra-thin aluminum housing (only 5.3 mm for the 11″ model and 5.1 mm for the 13″ model) in Space Black or Silver. The Ultra Retina XDR display is based on Tandem OLED technology and delivers 1,000 nits of continuous brightness and up to 1,600 nits for HDR content.
For professional color work, there is optional nano-textured glass that minimizes distracting reflections without compromising color fidelity or contrast. External displays now benefit from Adaptive Sync with 120 Hz support for the lowest latency – a plus for gaming, film production and design.
iPadOS 26 and Apple Intelligence: productivity reimagined
The fresh iPadOS 26 gets even more flexibility out of the large display with a transparent Liquid Glass design and a new window system. Users can easily arrange apps, switch between windows and manage files more quickly.
Apple Intelligence adds intelligent actions for shortcuts, live translations in Messages and FaceTime, and AI-powered organization tools for reminders and files. The new Preview app allows PDF editing with the Apple Pencil, while background actions facilitate multitasking for audio and video recordings.
The new operating system combines advanced AI features with intuitive operation – for a uniquely smooth tablet experience.
Focus on accessories and environmental awareness
The new Apple Pencil Pro brings haptic feedback, precise control and gesture functions for artists and designers. Plus the redesigned Magic Keyboard with floating design, row of function keys and aluminum palm rest – an unmistakable Pro experience.
Apple stays true to its environmental goal: iPad Pro is made from 100 percent recycled aluminum, all magnets contain recycled rare earth metals, and the packaging is entirely fiber-based. With a reusable energy supply from 55 percent renewable sources and long-term software support, Apple is consistently committed to sustainability.
Conclusion and availability
The new iPad Pro with M5 combines desktop power, AI intelligence and mobility in a device that defines the future for creatives and professionals alike. With its new wireless technologies, brilliant display and huge power reserve, it’s the most powerful and versatile iPad Apple has ever built.
The iPad Pro is available from €1,099 (education range from €969) for the 11″ model and from €1,449 for the 13″ model. Apple will be shipping from October 22, pre-orders are already possible. Models in space black and silver are available with up to 2 TB of memory.
