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Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,030RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:12.9 inchesChipset:Apple M2

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 29 expert reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB)
8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

35%

8.9

Technical score

30%

8.1

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

?

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

★Better than 96% of tablets
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

5.1

Price

▼Worse than 67%
8.9

Technical score

Technical score
8.9/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

22%

9.6

Performance

20%

9.3

Display

16%

8.8

Camera

14%

7.3

Battery

12%

9.5

Connectivity

8%

9.7

Software

5%

6.1

Design

3%

7.7

Audio

★Better than 97%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 86% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (29)
29 reviews: 22 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.
▲Better than 86%
8.1

List score

List score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (2)
List score: in 2 of 136 lists (1%)
★Better than 93%
  • apple-ipad-pro-12-9-2022-8gb-256gb
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,030
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
8GB + 256GB8GB + 128GB8GB + 512GB16GB + 1TB16GB + 2TB

What reviewers say about the Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB)

Based on 26

Reviewers love the excellent display, fast performance and Pencil support, but criticise the weak camera, high cost and limited base storage.
Praised
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Criticised
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.9/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

22%

9.6

Performance

20%

9.3

Display

16%

8.8

Camera

14%

7.3

Battery

12%

9.5

Connectivity

8%

9.7

Software

5%

6.1

Design

3%

7.7

Audio

8.9
Reviews score
8.4
List score
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

5.1

Price

7.3
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 8 GB of RAM, which is more than 72.1% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Process node
5 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 5 nm process, which is smaller than 84.5% of tablets and equal to 3.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
2,605 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 2,605 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 94% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple M2
This tablet runs on Apple M2, which is more advanced than 98.5% of tablets and equal to 0.6% 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
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 71% of tablets and equal to 5.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
12 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 12 MP resolution, which is higher than 90.1% of tablets and equal to 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 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
10,758 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 10,758 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 95% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
35 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 35 W, which is faster than 77.7% of tablets and equal to 1.5% 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.
mixed use
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
yes
This tablet supports 5G. 91.9% 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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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
685 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 685 g, which is heavier than 87.5% of tablets and equal to 0.3% 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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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 2022 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple M2 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple M2 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
  • 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
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU (10-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (10-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 74.5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.49 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 1,199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (1,600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 86% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (29)
    29 reviews: 22 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.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple M2 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple M2 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU (10-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (10-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 74.5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.49 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 3.57x higher single-core score
    This tablet has a higher single-core score than the average tablet (2,605 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    2,605 points vs 729 points
  • 6.71x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (100 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    100 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses SSD storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    SSD vs eMMC
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR5 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR5 vs LPDDR3
  • 4,534 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (6,400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    6,400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 64.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (5 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    5 nm vs 14 nm
  • 2.15x faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,398 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,398 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 156 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (160 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    160 vs 4
  • 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
  • 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 brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (1,600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2732×2048 vs 1920×1200).
    2,732×2048 vs 1920×1,200
  • 600 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (1,000 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    1,000 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1,000,000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 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. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 6,400 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (6,400 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    Below 100% brightness only.
    6,400 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 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
  • 7 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 63% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (10,758 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    10,758 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 94.4% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (35 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    35 W vs 18 W
  • Supports 5G
    This tablet supports 5G, while the average tablet does not. 8.1% of tablets support 5G.
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 4 vs USB 2).
    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. 21.3% 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.
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • More Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports more Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • 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
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 1.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.4 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.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    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 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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    ▼
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    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 3.96x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,030 vs £260).
    £1,030 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
  • 2.8% worse value for money
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.35 vs 7.6).
    7.35 vs 7.55
  • 3.96x more expensive
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,030 vs £260).
    £1,030 vs £260
  • 2.8% worse value for money
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (7.35 vs 7.6).
    7.35 vs 7.55
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
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    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2022 (8GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 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 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

9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
24/10/2022
Quick review · Pro tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is the best tablet for drawing and apps, with a fast chip and great screen, but changes little from last year.
9.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
16/02/2024
Test review · Premium tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 is a well-rounded tablet with a fast M2 chip and bright screen, but it is only a small upgrade over its predecessor.
10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
09/10/2023
Picture test · Movie tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is an exceptional movie tablet with sharp, deep picture and open sound, but it is hugely expensive and only a small step up.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
01/11/2023
Detailed review · Creator tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 is a capable MacBook alternative for creatives, with a superb display, but the cheaper iPad Air offers nearly the same features.
9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
07/02/2024
Creative review · Photo tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 is a superb tablet for creatives with a bright, smooth screen, but it can't replace a laptop or run full Photoshop.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
27/11/2022
Review verdict · Productivity tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is a fast, bright productivity tablet, but it is far too expensive for what it offers.
9.0
thedisconnekt.com
✓ explicit
28/04/2024
Buyer's review · Large tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (6th generation) is a premium, powerful large tablet well suited to movies and work on the move, but battery and iPadOS limits hold it back.
8.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
28/10/2022
Review · Minor M2 update
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 suits buyers who want the best iPad screen and speed, but owners of recent Pros can skip this update.
8.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
01/11/2022
Review · Faster chip, same design
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 is very fast with one of Apple's best screens, but its high price makes it impractical for most.
7.0
arstechnica.com
≈ estimated
26/10/2022
Review · Pencil hover and ProRes
Verdict
The 2022 iPad Pro suits Pencil artists, video editors and people upgrading from old iPads, but this is a good year to wait out.
7.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
28/10/2022
Review · Same design, new chip
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 is one of the best tablets you can buy, but its only real upgrades are the M2 chip and Pencil hover.
8.0
mashable.com
✓ explicit
24/10/2022
Review · Hands-on with iPadOS 16
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 is powerful and fast with many apps, but Stage Manager and the keyboard keep it from replacing a laptop.
C
cnet.com
27/10/2022
≈ estimated
7.0
Summary of the review
iPad Pro 2022 Review: For Apple Pencil Power Users Are you looking for a specific performance benchmark or a comparison with the newer 2024 model?
P
pocket-lint.com
02/11/2022
✓ explicit
9.0
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2022) review: Best in class
U
uk.pcmag.com
01/11/2023
✓ explicit
8.0
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, 2022) Review 2023
9.2
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
30/11/2022
Benchmark test · M2 graphics gain
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is a powerful tablet with a rare mini-LED screen, but its M2 gains show mainly in graphics rather than single-core CPU speed.
9.0
global.techradar.com
✓ explicit
31/10/2024
Quick test · Pro tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is the most powerful tablet Apple sells, with an excellent screen and app range, but its battery is not huge.
9.2
notebookcheck.biz
✓ explicit
30/11/2022
Benchmark test · M2 graphics gain
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) is powerful, with a rare mini-LED screen, but its M2 gains show mainly in graphics rather than single-core CPU speed.
6.0
zdnet.fr
≈ estimated
25/04/2024
Hands-on test · iPadOS 16 multitasking
Verdict
The iPad Pro 2022 handles Stage Manager and daily work with ease, but unfinished multitasking software holds back its hardware.
9.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
09/12/2022
Test · Premium tablet
Verdict
The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) has a lovely screen, fast performance and good battery life, but lacks multi-user accounts and a card slot.

Verdict

The 2022 Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th Generation) is a high-performance tablet powered by the desktop-class M2 chip, featuring an 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 8GB of RAM in this 256GB storage configuration. Its primary characteristic is the stunning Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED display, which offers a 2732 x 2048 resolution, ProMotion 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 1,600 nits of peak HDR brightness. Main pros include its unmatched processing speed for demanding tasks like 4K video editing, the precise Apple Pencil hover feature for creators, and advanced connectivity via Wi-Fi 6E and Thunderbolt 4. However, notable cons include the high cost of both the device and its essential accessories, a front-facing camera that remains awkwardly placed on the short edge for landscape video calls, and an operating system that some users find restrictive compared to a full laptop environment.

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