Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M5, Wi-Fi) / Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB)

Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M5, Wi-Fi): 13-inch iPad Pro (M5) Wi-Fi; 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB; Silver and Space Black. 256/512 GB: 9-core CPU and 12 GB memory; 1/2 TB: 10-core CPU, 16 GB memory and optional nano-texture glass. The Wi-Fi + Cellular version (C1X modem) and the 11-inch model are separate.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB): Wi-Fi model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. The 8 GB / 128 GB version, the 5G model, the Kids Edition and the 8.7-inch Galaxy Tab A9 are separate configurations and models.

Specification	Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M5, Wi-Fi)	Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (Wi-Fi, 4 GB / 64 GB)
Release year	2025	2023
Chip	Apple M5; 10-core GPU (with Neural Accelerators, hardware ray tracing); 16-core Neural Engine; 153 GB/s memory bandwidth 256/512 GB models have a 9-core CPU (3 super cores + 6 efficiency), 1/2 TB models a 10-core CPU (4 + 6). The media engine supports ProRes and ProRes RAW plus AV1 decode. Apple	—
Memory and storage	12 GB with 256 GB or 512 GB; 16 GB unified memory with 1 TB or 2 TB Memory cannot be upgraded later; more memory requires choosing 1 TB or higher capacity. Apple	4 GB RAM + 64 GB; up to 1 TB with microSD Usable storage is less than 64 GB because of preloaded software; 8 GB + 128 GB is a separate configuration. Samsung
Display	13-inch Ultra Retina XDR, tandem OLED; 2752 × 2064, 264 ppi; ProMotion 10–120 Hz SDR up to 1000 nits, XDR 1000 nits full screen and 1600 nits peak for HDR content only, down to 1 nit. Tandem OLED uses two light-emitting layers to reach higher brightness. P3, True Tone and an antireflective coating are included. Apple	11.0-inch LCD; up to 90 Hz The size is measured as a full rectangle without the rounded corners, so the visible area is slightly smaller. 90 Hz makes scrolling look smoother than on 60 Hz screens. Samsung
Display glass option	Nano-texture glass optional; 1 TB and 2 TB models only The matte glass reduces reflections in bright rooms; a polishing cloth is included. Apple	—
Port	Thunderbolt / USB4 (charging and DisplayPort); 40 Gbit/s for Thunderbolt 3 and USB4, 10 Gbit/s for USB 3 It drives one external display up to 6K at 60 Hz or 5K at 120 Hz. The Smart Connector and magnetic connector are for keyboards and Pencil. Apple	—
Wireless	Apple N1 chip; Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, 2×2 MIMO); Bluetooth 6; Thread This version has no cellular modem or eSIM. Apple	—
Cameras	Rear 12 MP wide (ƒ/1.8) and LiDAR Scanner; landscape 12 MP Center Stage front camera (ƒ/2.0); Face ID The rear camera records 4K 60 fps and ProRes up to 4K 30 fps; on the 256 GB model ProRes is limited to 1080p 30 fps. Apple	8 MP rear, 5 MP front The front camera is used for video calls and the rear one for documents and quick shots; neither lists optical stabilisation. Samsung
Audio	Four speakers; studio-quality four-mic array Apple	Quad speakers; Dolby Atmos The four speakers are split between both sides for stereo sound when the tablet is held horizontally. Samsung
Battery and charging	38.99 Wh lithium-polymer; up to 10 hours of web or video on Wi-Fi; about 50% in around 30 minutes with a 60 W or higher adapter A 20 W adapter is in the box; fast charging needs a separately sold 60 W or higher adapter. Apple	—
Pencil support	Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C); hover Apple	—
Size and weight	281.6 × 215.5 × 5.1 mm; 579 g (Wi-Fi) Apple	168.7 × 257.1 × 6.9 mm; 480 g The 5G model weighs 491 g. Samsung
Processor	—	Octa-core processor Samsung’s spec table does not name the chip; it may differ by market. Samsung
Battery	—	7,040 mAh (typical) The typical value is the average of the battery samples tested; real battery life depends on screen brightness and apps. Samsung
Charging	—	Wired, 15 W; QC2.0 and AFC compatible; adapter sold separately There is no charger in the box; a compatible adapter is needed to reach 15 W. Samsung
Connectivity	—	Wi-Fi 5; Bluetooth 5.1; cellular only on the 5G model This Wi-Fi model has no SIM slot or mobile data. Samsung
Software	—	Launched with Android 13; Samsung Knox Knox is Samsung’s on-device security platform, covering encryption and enterprise management features. Samsung
Colours	—	Graphite, Silver, Navy (Canada) Colour options can vary by market; the hardware is the same. Samsung
Accessories	—	Book Cover and Book Cover Keyboard Slim sold separately; no stylus support listed The keyboard cover attaches to the contact points on the tablet’s bottom edge. Samsung