Apple has announced the latest iPad Pro powered by the M5 chip, and the headline act is clear. More AI performance, faster graphics, speedier storage, and the game-changing iPadOS 26 experience in a body that stays stunningly thin. If you are eyeing an upgrade, you will want the details on iPad Pro M5 price, specs, and what has actually changed for creators, students, and on-the-go pros.
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What is new with M5
Apple’s M5 aims squarely at heavy creative and AI workloads. The GPU is redesigned with a Neural Accelerator in each core for snappier on-device intelligence, while the CPU targets faster launches and fluid multitasking. Apple’s own claims suggest big leaps for diffusion image generation, AI video masking, and 3D rendering inside popular apps. In short, tasks that once needed a laptop now fit neatly on a tablet you can slip into a slim sleeve.
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Claimed performance highlights
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Up to 3.5x faster AI performance than the previous M4-powered iPad Pro, and up to 5.6x over M1.
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Up to 1.5x faster ray-traced 3D rendering than last gen, and up to 6.7x versus M1.
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Faster video transcodes in Final Cut Pro for iPad, speedier AI upscales in DaVinci Resolve, and brisker image generation in Draw Things.
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Faster memory, faster storage
Unified memory bandwidth climbs to over 150 GB/s. Storage reads and writes are up to 2x faster, which helps when you juggle multi-gig video timelines or large photo libraries. Base configurations at 256 GB and 512 GB now start with 12 GB unified memory, so more layers, more tabs, and more background tasks stay responsive. Fast charge support promises up to 50 per cent in around 30 minutes with a high-wattage USB-C adapter.
Connectivity gets a lift
Two new in-house chips arrive. N1 enables Wi Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, aiming for lower latency and more reliable hotspots and AirDrop sessions. Cellular models add the C1X modem with up to 50 per cent faster data and improved power efficiency, plus GPS for precise navigation. If you travel, eSIM support simplifies switching plans on the fly.
Ultra Retina XDR display
The tandem OLED Ultra Retina XDR panel targets pros who care about contrast and colour. You get 1000 nits full-screen brightness for SDR and HDR with peaks up to 1600 nits for HDR highlights, ProMotion up to 120 Hz, and True Tone. A nano-texture glass option reduces glare without washing out fine detail, which is handy in bright studios and sunlit offices. You can also drive external displays at up to 120 Hz with Adaptive Sync for smoother motion and lower latency.
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iPadOS 26 supercharges workflows
iPadOS 26 layers a cleaner look with Liquid Glass visuals on top of an entirely new windowing system. It lets you arrange apps quickly, pull down a new menu bar for commands, and jump between tasks with less friction. Files is more desktop-like with a stronger List view, custom folders in the Dock, and default app controls. Preview finally arrives on iPad for PDF editing with Apple Pencil, while Background Tasks and finer audio controls unlock creator-friendly recording and export flows. Apple Intelligence taps the Neural Engine for on-device actions like image creation and live translations, while keeping privacy in focus.
Accessories and ecosystem
Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil USB-C both work here, covering sketchers, note-takers, and editors who love precision. The latest Magic Keyboard adds a function row and an aluminium palm rest in a thin, floating design. Smart Folio still handles everyday protection with multiple viewing angles.
Price and availability in India
Pre-orders start today, with in-store availability from Wednesday, October 22. The 11-inch and 13-inch models come in space black and silver, in 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB.
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11-inch Wi Fi: Rs 99,990; Wi Fi + Cellular: Rs 1,19,900
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13-inch Wi Fi: Rs 1,29,900; Wi Fi + Cellular: Rs 1,49,900
Education pricing drops the 11-inch to Rs 89,900 and the 13-inch to Rs 1,09,900. Apple Pencil Pro is Rs 11,900, Apple Pencil USB-C is Rs 7,900. The 11-inch Magic Keyboard is Rs 29,900, and the 13-inch is Rs 33,900, with education savings available.
Sustainability notes
Apple highlights recycled aluminium for the enclosure, recycled rare earth magnets, recycled cobalt in the battery, and a fibre-based box, all aligned with its 2030 carbon goals. The device is built for longevity with long software support and energy efficiency targets.
Quick take
M5, faster memory, Wi Fi 7, and a proper multitasking revamp in iPadOS 26 make this iPad Pro feel like a genuine step forward rather than a spec bump. If your work leans into AI tools, colour-critical visuals, and desktop-grade app workflows, this update finally brings the headroom you were waiting for. If you live inside light note-taking and streaming, the iPad Air will still do the trick for less.
