Tablets Head to head
iPad Pro 11" (M5) vs iPad (A16)
The iPad Pro 11" (M5) leads on peak brightness, base storage and weight (Wi-Fi model). They are level on pixel density, works with a pressure stylus and stylus in the box. At list price the iPad (A16) is $750 cheaper.
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi 256GB
$1,199
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model MDWK4LL/A
Leads on 3 of 6 specs
Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) Wi-Fi 128GB
$449
Maker's list price, checked Oct 7, 2026
Model MD3Y4LL/A
Leads on 0 of 6 specs
Who leads on specs?
Counted on the 6 specs both makers publish.
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Choose the iPad Pro 11" (M5) if
Peak brightness, base storage and weight (Wi-Fi model) matter more to you than the price difference.
Choose the iPad (A16) if
You want the lower price and can live without the iPad Pro 11" (M5)'s advantages listed above.
Spec by spec
Every spec side by side. A tick and a green cell mark the better figure.
| Spec | iPad Pro 11" (M5) | iPad (A16) | Who leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| List price | $1,199 | $449 | iPad (A16) |
| Screen (diagonal) | 11.1 in | 10.86 in | For information |
| Pixel density | 264 ppi | 264 ppi | Level |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Peak brightness | 1,600 nits | 500 nits | iPad Pro 11" (M5) |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | iPad Pro 11" (M5) |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Weight (Wi-Fi model) | 444 g | 477 g | iPad Pro 11" (M5) |
| Works with a pressure stylus | Yes | Yes | Level |
| Stylus in the box | No | No | Level |
| microSD slot | Not listed | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| IP68 water and dust rated | Not listed | Not listed | Can’t compare: not listed |
| Battery as listed | 31.29 Wh, up to 10 hr web or video | 28.93 Wh, up to 10 hr web or video | For information |
