Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025): The M5 Powerhouse
Released on October 22, 2025, the new iPad Pro 13-inch redefines professional tablets with the Apple M5 chip, a stunning Ultra Retina Tandem OLED display, and an impossibly thin 5.1mm design.
Apple M5 Chip
Up to 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU for workstation-class performance.
Tandem OLED
13.0″ Ultra Retina display with 1600 nits peak brightness and 120Hz ProMotion.
Thunderbolt 4
High-speed connectivity via USB-C 4 for professional workflows and DisplayPort support.
Full Technical Specifications
| Launch | Announced Oct 16, 2025. Released Oct 22, 2025. |
|---|---|
| Body | 281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm | 579g (Wi-Fi) / 582g (5G) | Stylus Support. |
| Display | 13.0″ Ultra Retina Tandem OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, 1600 nits (peak). Nano-texture option available. |
| Platform | iPadOS 26 (upgradable to 26.3). Apple M5 Chipset (3nm). |
| Memory | 256GB/512GB (12GB RAM) | 1TB/2TB (16GB RAM). No card slot. |
| Main Camera | 12 MP, f/1.8 (wide), PDAF + TOF 3D LiDAR scanner. 4K ProRes video. |
| Selfie Camera | 12 MP, f/2.0, 122˚ (ultrawide). Face ID support. |
| Sound | 4 Stereo speakers. No 3.5mm jack. |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C 4 (Thunderbolt 3). |
| Battery | 10290 mAh Li-Po. 50% charge in 30 min. 1000 cycle endurance. |
| EU Label | Energy: Class G | Battery: 76:00h endurance | Free fall: Class E. |
| Pricing | About 1450 EUR |
Performance & Pro Features
The 2025 iPad Pro 13 is the first to feature the Apple M5 chipset, offering a 9-core CPU on base models and a full 10-core CPU on the 1TB and 2TB versions. With up to **16GB of RAM**, it is built for heavy ProRes video editing and complex 3D rendering.
Durability has also been tested with an official **EU Label Class E** free-fall rating (40 falls) and a battery rated for **1000 full cycles**, ensuring your professional tool lasts for years to come.
The iPad Pro 13 feels like a powerhouse in a sleek body. The huge OLED display is stunning for movies and creative work, and the M5 chip makes everything lightning fast. It’s pricey, but if you want a tablet that can replace a laptop, this one really delivers.