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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£560RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:12.9 inchesChipset:Apple A12Z Bionic

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 31 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB)
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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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Score components

35%

8.4

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.6

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 89% of tablets
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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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Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

â–²Better than 73%
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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%

8.3

Connectivity

8%

9.6

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

â–²Better than 89%
8.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.6/ 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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★ Better than 95% of models

80%

8.5

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (31)
31 reviews: 18 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 95%
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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~ £560
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
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What reviewers say about the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB)

Based on 27

Reviewers praise the superb display, handy trackpad and great audio, but find it expensive and are split on whether performance justifies it.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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%

8.3

Connectivity

8%

9.6

Software

5%

6.5

Design

3%

7.5

Audio

8.4
Reviews score
8.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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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Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

7.9
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
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
1,337 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 1,337 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 73.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple A12Z Bionic
This tablet runs on Apple A12Z Bionic, which is more advanced than 87% of tablets and equal to 0.2% 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
2xxx
This tablet has 2xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 99.1% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
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
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
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
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% 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
643 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 643 g, which is heavier than 82.9% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
?
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 2020 (6GB + 512GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A12Z Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A12Z 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
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • 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 (8-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (8-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • 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
  • 22.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 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%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (31)
    31 reviews: 18 with a printed score, 13 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.6 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A12Z Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A12Z Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • 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 (8-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (8-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 24.5% 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.
    2.49 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
  • 2.29x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 83.4% higher single-core score
    This tablet has a higher single-core score than the average tablet (1,337 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    1,337 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.
  • 4 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (8 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    8 vs 4
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Wide color P3 support 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.
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1330:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,330:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 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
  • More optical zoom
    This tablet has more optical zoom than the average tablet (2x x vs 1x x). The average tablet offers 1x x.
    2x x vs 1x x
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 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
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 31.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (643 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    643 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.
  • 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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    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 2.15x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£560 vs £260).
    £560 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
  • 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
  • 2.15x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£560 vs £260).
    £560 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.
  • 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 2020
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 (6GB + 512GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 31.2% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (643 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    643 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

10
itpro.com
✓ explicit
17/08/2020
Hands-on review · Keyboard combo
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9in (2020) suits buyers who add the Magic Keyboard for comfortable typing and a trackpad, but performance barely moved past 2018.
10
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
18/05/2020
Hands-on review · Laptop replacement
Verdict
The iPad Pro is the best tablet around, with a bright screen and four speakers, though fiddly multitasking gestures and external display limits hold it back.
9.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
10/04/2020
Hands-on review · Mouse-driven work
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is a capable work tablet thanks to trackpad support, though its cameras trail the iPhone and battery life fell short of the 2018 model.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
07/06/2021
Hands-on review · Media tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2020 is a powerful tablet with a good screen and speakers, but it is pricey and outpaced by the 2021 model, so wait for a discount.
9.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
23/06/2022
Hands-on review · Keyboard and trackpad
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2020 12.9 is one of the best tablets, with fast performance and long battery life, but it is not yet a good laptop replacement.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
03/04/2020
Hands-on review · Mouse and trackpad
Verdict
The iPad Pro (2020) is fast and strong at augmented reality with a sharp screen, but at this price, a Mac may serve you better.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
25/01/2021
Hands-on review · Laptop alternative
Verdict
The iPad Pro is a strong laptop alternative for travel, with strong performance and a good keyboard, but external monitor support is limited.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
28/06/2022
Review · Power versus iPad Air
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2020 has a 120Hz screen and laptop-level power, but it is overkill for most people compared with the iPad Air.
8.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
26/03/2020
Hands-on test · Laptop replacement
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 comes closer than ever to replacing a laptop, with a very good screen and nearly 11 hours of battery, though some tasks still don't work.
8.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
24/03/2020
Hands-on test · Video calls
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 has a strong screen, but it changes little from 2018, so the processor alone is no reason to upgrade.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
24/03/2020
Hands-on test · Trackpad and LiDAR
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is the best iPad you can buy, with a fast chip and better cameras, but its LiDAR adds little for most people.
9.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
15/05/2020
Hands-on test · Magic Keyboard setup
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is among the most powerful tablets and has the best screen, but it only becomes a laptop replacement with the pricey Magic Keyboard.
C
choice.com.au
12/11/2020
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch review - Choice Australia
B
billbennett.co.nz
15/04/2020
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
2020 iPad Pro 12.9-inch review: Powerful tablet Would you like to compare the benchmarks of this 2020 model against the newer M1 or M2 versions?
M
macworld.com
13/04/2020
✓ explicit
9.0
Summary of the review
iPad Pro 12.9in (2020) Review: Chameleon Computing
A
androidauthority.com
18/05/2022
≈ estimated
9.0
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Pro (2020) review: Still the best tablet Would you like to compare these benchmarks with the newer M-series iPad Pro models?
8.9
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
15/05/2020
Lab test · Benchmarks and heat
Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 runs cool and fast with four strong speakers, but without its keyboard it is still a large tablet first, not a laptop.
9.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
16/04/2020
Hands-on review · Trackpad support
Verdict
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2020 suits laptop-style use thanks to trackpad support and a bright screen, but no headphone jack holds it back.
8.0
phonandroid.com
≈ estimated
06/04/2020
Full review · Creative tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2020 has a very good screen, strong speakers and good drawing performance in Procreate, but its battery struggles under heavy use.
9.0
lescahiersdudebutant.fr
≈ estimated
01/05/2020
Hands-on test · Creative student use
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 suits creative students with a fast chip and sharp screen, but it is heavy and its battery drains faster under heavy use.

Verdict

The 2020 Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (4th Generation) is a high-performance tablet featuring a 12.9-inch Liquid Retina display with ProMotion 120Hz technology, 2732 x 2048 resolution, and 600 nits of brightness. Driven by the A12Z Bionic chip with an 8-core GPU and 6GB of RAM, this 512GB storage model offers professional-grade speed for multitasking and creative workflows. Key characteristics include a triple-lens rear array with a 12MP wide camera, 10MP ultra-wide lens, and a LiDAR scanner for enhanced augmented reality, alongside Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, Face ID, and quad-speaker audio. Main pros consist of its stunning, responsive display, laptop-class performance, and excellent accessory compatibility with the Magic Keyboard and 2nd Gen Apple Pencil. However, notable cons include its high price point, the lack of a headphone jack, and an ultrawide camera that lacks a dedicated night mode.

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