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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£600RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:12.9 inchesChipset:Apple A12X Bionic

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 22 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB)
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
✕
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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Score components

35%

8.3

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 87% of tablets
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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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â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

â–²Better than 64%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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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Score components

22%

8.8

Performance

20%

8.8

Display

16%

8.6

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

8.2

Connectivity

8%

9.4

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

â–²Better than 88%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 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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80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (22)
22 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 80%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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~ £600
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
6GB + 1TB4GB + 64GB4GB + 256GB4GB + 512GB

What reviewers say about the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB)

Based on 22

Reviewers enjoy the excellent speakers, fast performance and great Pencil, but strongly dislike the limited ports and restrictive software.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB)

Based on 13 owners sharing their experience in online comments

54%positive23%mixed23%negative

Owners value capable mobile editing and easy Apple-device transfers, though file handling and editing limits frustrate some.

What owners dislike

  • Large files often fail to copy from SD cards or external drives, and the Files app lacks a progress bar and multitasking.3
  • Owners find LumaFusion gives less editing freedom than Final Cut on a Mac, so some move to a MacBook for serious cutting.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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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Score components:

22%

8.8

Performance

20%

8.8

Display

16%

8.6

Camera

14%

7.0

Battery

12%

8.2

Connectivity

8%

9.4

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

8.3
Reviews score
8.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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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â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

7.8
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% of tablets.
Process node
7 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 7 nm process, which is smaller than 70% of tablets and equal to 6% of tablets.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 1 TB of internal storage, which is more than 97.9% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
1,335 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 1,335 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 73.8% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple A12X Bionic
This tablet runs on Apple A12X Bionic, which is more advanced than 87.3% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2732×2048
This tablet has a 2732×2048 screen, which is sharper than 94.3% of tablets and equal to 1.1% 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
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% 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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Battery capacity
9,720 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 9,720 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 86.1% of tablets and equal to 0.4% 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
9 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets and equal to that of 6.9% 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
iPadOS
This tablet uses the iPadOS operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 94.6%.
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
633 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 633 g, which is heavier than 81.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% 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
9 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 9 ms, which is lower than that of 43.3% of tablets and equal to that of 26.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
5
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 5, which is more than 97.5% of tablets and equal to 2.3% 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 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A12X Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A12X Bionic 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
  • 16x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (1 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 64 GB
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU vs Mali-G51
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2732×2048 vs 1920×1200).
    2,732×2048 vs 1920×1,200
  • 2.8 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
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    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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    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (22)
    22 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A12X Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A12X Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 16x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (1 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU vs Mali-G51
  • 2.36x higher multi-core score
    This tablet has a higher multi-core score than the average tablet (4,472 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    4,472 points vs 1,891 points
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • 2.86x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (42.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    42.6 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 25% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 83.1% higher single-core score
    This tablet has a higher single-core score than the average tablet (1,335 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    1,335 points vs 729 points
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (7 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    7 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 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
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2732×2048 vs 1920×1200).
    2,732×2048 vs 1920×1,200
  • 2.8 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (12.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    12.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 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.
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1975:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,975:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 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.
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 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.
  • 47.3% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (9,720 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    9,720 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 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 DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • 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 2 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • 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.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via USB-C video-out adapter
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (iPadOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iPadOS vs Android
  • 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 live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • 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.
  • 2.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (5.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    5.9 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
  • 4 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (5 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    5 vs 1
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 29.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (633 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    633 g vs 490 g
  • 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 headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • 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 12.9 2018 Cellular
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£600 vs £260).
    £600 vs £260
  • 80.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (280.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    280.6 mm vs 200 mm
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£600 vs £260).
    £600 vs £260
  • 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 manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2018 Cellular (6GB + 1TB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 29.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (633 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    633 g vs 490 g
  • 80.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (280.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    280.6 mm vs 200 mm
  • 39.6 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (214.9 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    214.9 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
09/11/2018
Launch review · Pro tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, 2018) is very fast with excellent networking and a strong Pencil, but iOS holds back professional use at this price.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
07/06/2021
Full review · Large screen
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2018) is a slim tablet with a huge, colourful screen and excellent sound, but it has no headphone jack and weaker blacks than OLED.
9.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
22/09/2020
Full review · Redesigned tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9in (2018) is a thin, fast tablet with an excellent screen and good speakers, though it remains expensive.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
14/10/2019
Full review · Laptop alternative
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9in (2018) is Apple's fastest iPad and can rival a MacBook Air, but iOS still limits professional work.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
21/11/2018
Hands-on test · Creative work
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2018 is a well-built, very fast tablet whose iOS software does not yet match its hardware.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
09/11/2018
Full review · Pro tablet test
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is very fast and has a strong Pencil, but iOS and missing pro apps mean it does not yet feel like a pro computer.
8.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
12/12/2018
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is a slim, all-screen tablet with long battery life, but it is extremely expensive and iOS holds back real work.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
05/11/2018
Hands-on review · Work test
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is powerful and excellent for drawing, but limited multitasking and some work apps keep it from replacing a PC.
9.0
pocket-lint.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2019
Full review · Laptop replacement test
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is a thin, powerful tablet that may replace some laptops, but it lacks mouse support and full external drive access.
8.0
technikfaultier.com
≈ estimated
13/12/2018
Two-week test · Large tablet
Verdict
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro matches the 11-inch in speed, sound and battery, so choose it only if you need the bigger screen.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
06/04/2020
Lab test · Display and performance
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 suits creative work with its bright 120 Hz screen and fast chip, but its accessories are pricey and charging takes about 3.5 hours.
8.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
16/04/2019
Full review · Design and screen
Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2018) is Apple's best iPad, with a sharp 120Hz screen and strong speakers, but it is still a tablet, not a laptop.
9.2
01net.com
✓ explicit
16/11/2018
Hands-on test · Pro performance
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is very fast for editing and games, but iOS's limited window system keeps it from being a true PC.
9.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
14/11/2018
Full review · Screen and performance
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is a well-built tablet with a very good touchscreen and fast processor, but its high price and lack of multi-user accounts are drawbacks.
9.5
xataka.com
≈ estimated
19 de noviembre de 2018
Hands-on test · Pro tablet
Verdict
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2018) is extremely powerful and works with Face ID in any orientation, but at 633g it is tiring to use with one hand.
9.3
muycomputer.com
✓ explicit
27 de noviembre de 2018
Full review · Tablet vs laptop
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is a fast, thin tablet that is light for its size, but iOS still holds it back as a laptop replacement.
9.0
notebookcheck.org
✓ explicit
21 de noviembre de 2018
Lab benchmarks · Processor and graphics
Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) leads rival tablets in processor and storage benchmarks, though its 3D graphics results trail the tablet average.
7.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
16/11/2018
One-day test · PC replacement
Verdict
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro suits certain creative jobs such as drawing, but it is too limited to replace a computer for everyday work.
8.0
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
04/12/2018
Full review · Laptop alternative
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 has a great screen, top hardware and good accessories, but its high price and iOS limits mean it suits only some users.
8.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
30/11/2018
Two-week test · Creative work
Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 2018 is an excellent tablet for creative work in single apps, but iOS struggles with multi-app workflows, so 256GB is the sensible minimum.

Verdict

The 2018 iPad Pro 12.9-inch Cellular model (3rd Generation) is a high-performance tablet featuring a 12.9-inch Liquid Retina display with ProMotion 120Hz technology, 2732-by-2048 resolution, and a slim 5.9mm aluminum chassis. This specific 1TB storage configuration is unique for its era as it includes 6GB of RAM—up from the standard 4GB—to support its powerful A12X Bionic chip and professional workflows. Key characteristics include Face ID for secure authentication, a transition to USB-C for expanded connectivity, and support for Gigabit-class LTE. Its main pros are the desktop-class performance, expansive edge-to-edge screen, and robust four-speaker audio system. However, notable cons include the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, the absence of expandable storage, and software limitations in iPadOS that may restrict its potential as a full laptop replacement.

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