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Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£980RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:10.5 inchesChipset:Apple A10X Fusion

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 47 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB)
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

35%

7.7

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.8

Reviews score

10%

9.7

Sentiment score

★Better than 93% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

5.3

Price

▼Worse than 67%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

22%

7.4

Performance

20%

8.3

Display

16%

9.0

Camera

14%

6.6

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Software

5%

6.9

Design

3%

8.6

Audio

▲Better than 81%
8.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models

80%

8.8

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (47)
47 reviews: 29 with a printed score, 18 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 99%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £980
Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB)

Based on 34

Reviewers praise the excellent screen and fast performance, but find it expensive and are split on battery life.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB)

Based on 213 owners sharing their experience in online comments

69%positive9%mixed22%negative

Owners praise the vivid display, speed, and Pencil experience, while screen defects and limited laptop-style workflows are the main frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say iOS multitasking is limited and many desktop tasks, like multiple browser windows, terminal tools or certain desktop apps, cannot be done.28
  • Owners report a bright white spot above the home button, often appearing after six to nine months, even on replacement units.10
  • Owners say the body bent in a bag, and the screen cracked after a short fall or when closed too hard.8
  • Owners find third-party keyboard keys inaccurate and hard to press, and say touch is less precise than a mouse for pointing.8
  • Owners report the battery wears out, needing daily charging or lasting under three hours, and drains fast with the Pencil.6
  • Owners say newer iPads are faster and that Apple stopped iOS 18 support for this model, so updates have ended.5
  • Owners say the Smart Keyboard is overpriced and the iPad costs more than its apps justify, with cheaper third-party keyboards available.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components:

22%

7.4

Performance

20%

8.3

Display

16%

9.0

Camera

14%

6.6

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

8.4

Software

5%

6.9

Design

3%

8.6

Audio

7.7
Reviews score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

5.3

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
10 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 10 nm process, which is smaller than 67.8% of tablets and equal to 1.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 512 GB of internal storage, which is more than 92.5% of tablets and equal to 5.3% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
940 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 940 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 56.6% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple A10X Fusion
This tablet runs on Apple A10X Fusion, which is more advanced than 85.4% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2224×1668
This tablet has a 2224×1668 screen, which is sharper than 74.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 120 Hz screen, which is smoother than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 10.9% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
264 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 264 ppi, which is higher than 71% of tablets and equal to 5.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Chemically Strengthened Glass, which is less durable than 65.1% of tablets and the same as 12.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
yes
This tablet supports optical stabilisation. 99.7% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 12 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.3% of tablets and equal to 4.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
7 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 7 MP resolution, which is higher than 68.4% of tablets and equal to 1.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8, which is wider than 85.9% of tablets and equal to 14.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
8,134 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,134 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 74.5% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 30 W, which is faster than 71.2% of tablets and equal to 3.2% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
iOS 10.3.2
This tablet uses the iOS 10.3.2 operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 97.9%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
477 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 477 g, which is lighter than 55.4% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
20 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 20 ms, which is higher than that of 68% of tablets and equal to that of 8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.7% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A10X Fusion vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A10X Fusion vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 8x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (512 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU (12-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (12-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 200 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    600 nits vs 400 nits
  • 199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports optical stabilisation
    This tablet supports optical stabilisation, while the average tablet does not. 0.4% of tablets support optical stabilisation.
  • 25.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    ★ Better than 99% of models

    80%

    8.8

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (47)
    47 reviews: 29 with a printed score, 18 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.8 vs 7.0
  • 29.3% higher sentiment score
    9.7 vs 7.5
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A10X Fusion vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A10X Fusion vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 8x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (512 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU (12-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (12-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 19% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.38 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 8 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (12 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    12 vs 4
  • 71.8% more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    25.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 28.6% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (10 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    10 nm vs 14 nm
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • 26.1% higher multi-core score
    This tablet has a higher multi-core score than the average tablet (2,385 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    2,385 points vs 1,891 points
  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 200 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    600 nits vs 400 nits
  • 199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    3% DCI-P3 coverage reported.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1504:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,504:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2224×1668 vs 1920×1200).
    2,224×1,668 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 19.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • 0.4 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • Supports optical stabilisation
    This tablet supports optical stabilisation, while the average tablet does not. 0.4% of tablets support optical stabilisation.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • 4 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (12 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    12 MP vs 8 MP
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • 2 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (7 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    7 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 23.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,134 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,134 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 66.7% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (30 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    30 W vs 18 W
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports AirPlay streaming
    This tablet supports AirPlay streaming, while the average tablet does not. 7.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via Lightning Digital AV adapter
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
    Reduce White Point accessibility dimming
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
    paste alert
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 1.9 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.1 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.1 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (iOS 10.3.2 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iOS 10.3.2 vs Android
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (6 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad Pro 10.5
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£980 vs £260).
    £980 vs £260
  • 11 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (20 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    20 ms vs 9 ms
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£980 vs £260).
    £980 vs £260
  • 3.4% worse value for money
    Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.3 vs 7.6).
    7.3 vs 7.55
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (6 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (iOS 10.3.2 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iOS 10.3.2 vs Android
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
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    Apple iPad Pro 10.5
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (4GB + 512GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 11 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (20 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    20 ms vs 9 ms
  • 50.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (250.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    250.6 mm vs 200 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
3g.co.uk
✓ explicit
23/06/2017
Review · Productivity tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is Apple's best tablet yet, with a brilliant 120Hz screen and laptop-class power, but its price climbs once you add accessories.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
20/06/2017
Lab test · Laptop-class tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is a fast, light tablet that can handle video editing, but its touch-first apps and missing Photoshop keep it from replacing a laptop.
9.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
12/06/2017
Hands-on test · Premium tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is a fast, slim tablet whose power outruns its current software, so it suits buyers who can justify the high price.
10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
21/06/2017
Hands-on test · Media tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 has the best speakers of any tablet and a smooth, natural-looking screen, but it is overkill for films and TV.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
07/10/2020
Hands-on review · Audio and screen
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is an all-round tablet with excellent sound and a smooth screen, but it is not quite a laptop replacement.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
21/10/2018
Hands-on test · Display and Pencil
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 has the best tablet screen and a great Pencil, but its apps are still mobile-focused, so it can't fully replace a laptop.
8.0
macworld.com
✓ explicit
18/03/2019
Lab test · Design and speed
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 adds 18.3% more screen area in a body barely bigger than before and offers very strong speed, but its design looks dated beside 2018 models.
9.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
30/10/2018
Lab test · Speed and screen
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 beats most laptops on speed and has a near-perfect screen, but its keyboard has no trackpad and it recharges slowly.
9.0
telegraph.co.uk
≈ estimated
20/06/2017
Hands-on test · Laptop alternative
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is the right size for portable work, with an excellent screen, but multitasking holds it back as a laptop replacement.
8.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
17/07/2017
Review · Value iPad Pro
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is still a strong, cheaper choice for media and drawing, but it isn't compatible with the newer Apple Pencil and can't replace a computer.
9.0
thesweetsetup.com
≈ estimated
29/06/2017
Hands-on test · Typing and display
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is an impressive, fast tablet with a size that suits typing well, but split-screen apps still feel cramped.
9.0
coolsmartphone.com
≈ estimated
12/09/2017
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The iPad Pro 10.5 is a very fast tablet with excellent speakers, but its Smart Keyboard feels wobbly on the lap and is loud to type on.
A
arstechnica.com
12/06/2017
≈ estimated
8.0
Summary of the review
Review: The 10.5-inch iPad Pro is much more “pro” than what it replaces
W
wired.com
12/06/2017
✓ explicit
9.0
Summary of the review
Review: Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch)
E
engadget.com
12/06/2017
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
iPad Pro 10.5 review: Where execution and ambition meet
C
cnet.com
12/06/2017
✓ explicit
9.0
Summary of the review
iPad Pro (10.5-inch, 2017) review: Apple's tablet wants to be your computer
C
canadianreviewer.com
12/06/2017
✓ explicit
9.0
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Pro 10.5-inch - Canadian Reviewer
C
cnbc.com
17/06/2017
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
iPad Pro 10.5 review - the best iPad Apple's ever made
P
pcmag.com
20/06/2017
✓ explicit
8.0
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Pro (10.5-Inch) Review
T
thecanadiantechie.com
05/07/2017
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
iPad Pro 10.5 Review: Apple’s best iPad yet

Verdict

The Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) is a high-performance tablet featuring a 10.5-inch Retina display with 2224-by-1668 resolution, 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM, and a spacious 512GB of non-expandable internal storage. It is powered by the A10X Fusion chip with a 6-core CPU and 12-core GPU, which supports professional tasks and fluid multitasking. Key characteristics include ProMotion technology for a 120Hz refresh rate, a 12MP rear camera with 4K video capabilities, a 7MP front camera, and a quad-speaker audio system. Its main pros are the exceptionally smooth and bright ProMotion display, desktop-class processing power, and its lightweight, portable design. However, notable cons include its high original price point, lack of water resistance, and the fact that its full productivity potential often requires purchasing expensive separate accessories like the Apple Pencil (1st Gen) and Smart Keyboard.

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