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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,010RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:2 TBScreen size:12.9 inchesChipset:Apple M1

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB)
8.9/10

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

90%

8.9

Technical score

10%

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User score

★Better than 99% of tablets
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

5.2

Price

▲Better than 76%
8.9

Technical score

Technical score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

22%

9.9

Performance

20%

9.4

Display

16%

9.0

Camera

14%

7.4

Battery

12%

9.2

Connectivity

8%

9.6

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

7.5

Audio & Multimedia

★Better than 99%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,010
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

22%

9.9

Performance

20%

9.4

Display

16%

9.0

Camera

14%

7.4

Battery

12%

9.2

Connectivity

8%

9.6

Software & Features

5%

6.5

Design

3%

7.5

Audio & Multimedia

8.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 65.8% of Tablets.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components:

70%

8.9

Overall score

30%

5.2

Price

7.8
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 96.2% of tablets and equal to that of 3.6% of tablets.
Process node
5 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 5 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 84.6% of tablets and equal to the node used in 3.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
2 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 2 TB which is larger than the storage of 99.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.3% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
2,348 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 2,348 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 92.1% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.3% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple M1
This tablet uses the Apple M1 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 98% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2732x2048
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 80.4% of tablets and equal to that in 10.8% of tablets.
Display type
Mini-LED
This tablet uses a Mini-LED display type. 99.6% 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 that of 71% of tablets and equal to that of 5.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet uses Aluminosilicate Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 58% of tablets and equal to that on 7% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 12 MP which is higher than that of 69.3% of tablets and equal to that of 4.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 12 MP which is higher than in 90% of tablets and equal to that in 6.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is wider than that of 85.9% of tablets and equal to that of 14.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
2xxx
This tablet supports 2xx optical zoom which is higher than in 99% of tablets and equal to that in 1% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
10,758 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 10,758 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 95% of tablets and equal to those in 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
38 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 38 W which is faster than in 79.9% of tablets and equal to speeds in 0.2% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <6 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 support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
yes
This tablet supports 5G connectivity. 89% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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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 receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.8% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
685 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 685 g which is heavier than 87.5% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% 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 26.7% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
5
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 5 microphones, which is more than in 97.5% of tablets and equal to the number in 2.3% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
4
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.9% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.7% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple M1 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple M1 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    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
  • 32x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (2 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    2 TB vs 64 GB
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (Mini-LED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    Mini-LED vs IPS LCD
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Apple GPU (8-core graphics) GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Apple GPU (8-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 12 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1,199 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (1,600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    1,600 nits vs 401 nits
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple M1 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple M1 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
  • 32x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (2 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    2 TB vs 64 GB
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Apple GPU (8-core graphics) GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Apple GPU (8-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 12 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4.52x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (8,541 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    8,541 points vs 1,891 points
  • 60% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 3.22x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2,348 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,348 points vs 729 points
  • 4.58x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (68.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    68.3 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 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
  • 64.3% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (5 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    5 nm vs 14 nm
  • 96.6% faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (1,278 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    1,278 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 124 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (128 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    128 vs 4
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.7% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This tablet has a higher refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has refresh rate of 60 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Better display type
    This tablet features a better display type than the average tablet (Mini-LED vs IPS LCD). The average tablet uses IPS LCD display technology.
    Mini-LED vs IPS LCD
  • 1,199 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (1,600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    1,600 nits vs 401 nits
  • 2.8 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (12.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,000,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.6% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.7% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 19,190 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (19,190 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    19,190 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 17.9% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This tablet supports HDR10, the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • 43 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 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
  • 7 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28.1% of tablets support PDAF.
  • 4 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (12 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    12 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This tablet supports HDR10 video recording, the average tablet does not. 1.4% of tablets support HDR10.
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This tablet supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average tablet does not. 0.5% of tablets support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher optical zoom
    This tablet offers more optical zoom than the average tablet (2x x vs 1x x). The average tablet offers 1x x of optical zoom.
    2x x vs 1x x
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Includes flash
    This tablet features a built-in flash, the average tablet does not. 45.2% of tablets include a flash.
  • 63.5% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (10,758 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    10,758 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • 2.11x faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (38 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    38 W vs 18 W
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Supports 5G connectivity
    This tablet supports 5G connectivity, the average tablet does not. 11.1% of tablets are 5G compatible.
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 4 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 4 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports Thunderbolt
    This tablet supports Thunderbolt, the average tablet does not. 2.3% of tablets support Thunderbolt.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Supports AirPlay
    This tablet supports AirPlay, the average tablet does not. 7.6% of tablets are AirPlay compatible.
  • 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, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
    paste alert
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 1.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.4 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% 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 microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (5 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    5 vs 1
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (2732x2048 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    2732x2048 vs 1920×1200
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 39.8% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (685 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    685 g vs 490 g
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 3.88x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,010 vs £260).
    £1,010 vs £260
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 4.81x less popular
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) is less popular than the average tablet (1 vs 4.8).
    1 vs 4.81
  • 3.88x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,010 vs £260).
    £1,010 vs £260
  • 4.81x less popular
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) is less popular than the average tablet (1 vs 4.8).
    1 vs 4.81
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (2732x2048 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    2732x2048 vs 1920×1200
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 (16GB + 2TB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 39.8% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (685 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    685 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 200.0 mm tall.
    280.6 mm vs 200.0 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 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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theguardian.com
19/05/2021
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Apple iPad Pro M1 review: stunning screen and so much power
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pcmag.com
14/06/2021
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Apple iPad Pro (12.9-Inch, 2021) Review
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techadvisor.com
28/06/2021
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Apple iPad Pro 2021 Review (12.9in, M1)
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t3.com
22/09/2021
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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2021) review: the best tablet screen in the world
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techradar.com
24/08/2022
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iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) review: a best in class tablet
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express.co.uk
26/09/2022
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iPad Pro 12.9 review (M1, 2021)
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marketingyour.biz
Undated (published post-launch)
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IPad Pro 12.9” 5th Gen (2021) Review Would you like to see a comparison of how this 2021 M1 model performs against the newer M2 or M4 iPad Pro models?
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tomsguide.com
07/06/2021
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iPad Pro 2021 (12.9-inch) review
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macworld.com
28/06/2021
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12.9-inch iPad Pro (2021) review: All souped-up with nothing to do
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cnbc.com
19/05/2021
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Apple 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2021 review
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digitalcameraworld.com
02/06/2021
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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M1 review
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reviewed.com
03/06/2021
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Apple iPad Pro (2021) Review: Victory lap
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notebookcheck.net
03/06/2021
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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 A2378 Review: A display of brilliance
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waynedixon.com
28/05/2021
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A Review of the 5th Generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro Would you like a comparison of this 2021 M1 model against the newer M2 or M4 versions?
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theverge.com
19/05/2021
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iPad Pro (2021) review: dream screen
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sixcolors.com
19/05/2021
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2021 M1 iPad Pro review: All systems go, but where?
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cnet.com
19/05/2021
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Apple iPad Pro review: New screen, 5G and M1 chip, but FYI it's still not a Mac
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macstories.net
19/05/2021
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iPad Pro 2021 Review: Future on Standby
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trustedreviews.com
03/06/2021
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iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2021) Review
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uk.pcmag.com
14/06/2021
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Apple iPad Pro (12.9-Inch, 2021) - PCMag UK

Verdict

The 2021 Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Gen) is a high-performance tablet featuring the desktop-class M1 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a massive 2TB storage capacity. Its primary characteristic is the Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED display, which offers a 2732-by-2048-pixel resolution, 120Hz ProMotion technology, and up to 1600 nits peak HDR brightness. The device includes a Thunderbolt/USB 4 port, a 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Center Stage, and a pro rear camera system (12MP Wide, 10MP Ultra Wide) with a LiDAR scanner for AR tasks. Main pros include its unmatched processing power, industry-leading HDR display quality, and fast 5G connectivity on cellular models. However, notable cons include its significant weight (approx. 682g-685g) making it less portable than smaller models, visible 'blooming' effects on the display in dark environments, and the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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