iPad Pro with M5 Chip: A Comprehensive Overview
This summary details the upcoming features, release date, and pricing of the next-generation iPad Pro, expected to feature an M5 chip.
Current iPad Pro (May 2024) - A Recap [0:30]
The current iPad Pro, released in May 2024, boasts several significant upgrades:
- Ultra-Slim Design: The 13-inch model is the thinnest Apple device at 5.1mm, and the 11-inch model is 5.3mm thin [0:30].
- M4 Chip: This powerful chip is integrated into the device [1:02].
- Tandem OLED Display: Praised as the best OLED display seen in mobile devices, laptops, and iPads [1:02].
- Design Change: Features a single camera on the back [1:32].
- Battery Life: Maintains the same battery life as the M2 iPad Pro [0:50].
Anticipated Upgrades for the Next iPad Pro
The next generation of iPad Pro is expected to bring several enhancements, likely arriving around 18 months after the current model's release.
Display Enhancements [2:02]
- Slightly Larger Display: Expect a potential increase of about half an inch, bringing the sizes closer to 13.5 inches and 11.5 inches.
- Thinner Bezels: The bezels around the display are anticipated to become even thinner.
Camera and Face ID Improvements [2:34]
- Dual Front-Facing Cameras: The possibility of two front-facing cameras is high, allowing for both portrait and horizontal view options. This would significantly improve usability for video calls and other applications.
- Horizontal Face ID: While the current model has horizontal Face ID, the addition of a second camera would enhance this functionality.
The M5 Chip and Performance [3:05]
- M5 Chip Integration: The primary upgrade is expected to be the M5 chip, likely offering incremental improvements over the M4.
- Core Configuration:
- CPU: Expected to retain the 10-core CPU configuration (six efficiency cores, four performance cores) [3:37].
- GPU: A potential upgrade to a 12-core GPU is anticipated, which would be the first core increase for the standard M chip since the M2 [4:10].
- Additional Chip Enhancements: The M5 could incorporate more cache for efficiency cores and new AI neural cores for the GPU, similar to recent iPhone advancements [4:42].
- N1 and C1X Chips: The inclusion of N1 and potentially C1X chips is speculated, which could further enhance performance and battery life [5:13].
RAM and Storage [5:13]
- Increased Base RAM: The minimum RAM is expected to increase to 16GB (up from 8GB on the M4 model).
- Increased Base Storage: The minimum storage capacity could be bumped up to 512GB, aligning with other "Pro" devices like the MacBook Pro.
Design and Release Details
- Design Continuity: Significant design changes are not expected, as the current slim profile was a major update [5:44].
- Release Date: Leaks suggest a release targeted for late October or early November 2025, possibly through a virtual event or press release [8:20].
- Pricing: Prices are expected to remain the same as the current generation, with the 11-inch model starting at $997 and the 13-inch model starting at $1,299 [9:23]. However, accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro will be additional costs.
Key Takeaways
- M5 Chip: The next iPad Pro will feature the M5 chip with potential GPU core improvements.
- Enhanced Display and Cameras: Expect slightly larger screens with thinner bezels and dual front-facing cameras.
- Increased Base Specs: Higher minimum RAM (16GB) and storage (512GB) are likely.
- Stable Pricing: Apple is expected to maintain current pricing for the new models.
- Late 2025 Release: Mark your calendars for a potential launch in Q4 2025.