The 13-inch 2024 Apple iPad Pro: A Game-Changer in the World of Tablets?

The latest iPad Pro 13-inch model has been making waves in the tech world since its launch. With its impressive specs and features, it’s no wonder why it’s being hailed as one of the most significant iPad launches since the original. But what makes it so special, and is it worth the hefty price tag?

A Truly Portable Device

The new iPad Pro 13-inch is an all-encompassing, truly portable device that boasts a number of versatile features. For the first time ever, an Apple M-category chip has been launched in an iPad, making it a powerhouse of performance. The M4 chip, previously only seen in iMacs, provides a significant boost in energy efficiency and performance. This, combined with the ultra-thin body and ’tandem OLED’ technology, allows for the incredible ‘Ultra Retina XDR display’.

The new iPad Pro’s display is arguably the best on the tablet market.

A Price to Pay

While the new release is sure to be popular with the masses, the high-tech device will be far from being suitable for everyone. The price point is a significant factor, with the 13-inch model coming in at a whopping RMB11,499 and the 11-inch model available for a more affordable, yet still high-end price of RMB8,999. However, viewing it as an alternative to the modern Mac or desktop, the price point becomes more tolerable.

A Practical Choice?

For those who are simply looking for something to use casually around the house, the iPad Air 6 may be a more practical choice. It also comes with a set of its own unique features, including the Pencil Pro Stylus. On the other hand, if what you’re looking for is a durable, thin, light model with numerously more intensive capabilities, look no further than the iPad Pro 13-inch.

The new iPad Pro is a durable, thin, and light model with numerous intensive capabilities.

Design and Features

The new iPad Pro 13-inch comes in two available colors: Silver and Space Black. It also features four built-in speakers and four separate microphones. USB 4 port charging and 40GB/s data transfer speeds are additional features. The cameras are also a significant upgrade, with the 12MP Ultra Wide front camera relocated to the right-hand side, making video calls much more suitable and easy to log in via Face ID.

The new iPad Pro comes in two available colors: Silver and Space Black.

Performance and Battery Life

The M4 chip, according to Apple, boasts 20% improved thermal performance, while providing 4 times the rendering performance of the prior model. It also offers 50% more CPU performance than the M2 chip. All of the apps that we tested on the iPad Pro 13-inch ran extremely quickly, and apart from a single crash in some early software, the iPad Pro’s performance was solid.

The built-in speakers packed a punch, catering to a great listening experience, especially considering the thinness of the iPad. This is a tablet with serious performance capabilities.

Apple promised 10 hours of battery life for both models when using Wi-Fi (nine if using 5G). However, when testing, we came just short of 15 hours using Wi-Fi and over 13 hours using 5G. This far surpassed its predecessor, which struggled to match Apple’s promise of 10 hours.

The iPad Pro 13-inch’s performance is solid, with quick app loading times and great battery life.

Conclusion

The iPad Pro 13-inch is a great choice for creative professionals looking for an all-in-one device, those considering their next laptop purchase, and those wanting the most powerful tablet out there. While it may not be for everyone, it’s certainly a game-changer in the world of tablets.