iPad Pro M4

The iPad Pro (2024, M4 series) brings Apple’s latest silicon and a new display approach to the iPad Pro lineup. Released in May 2024, this generation introduces the M4 chip, a thinner design, and Apple’s Tandem OLED screen—making it the most advanced iPad Pro to date. That said, if you’re coming from a model just one or two years older, the leap might feel like a (very shiny) incremental upgrade. Still, for heavy multitaskers, creatives, and those itching for top-tier tablet specs, this recent release is hard to ignore.

Key features:

• Release Date: May 2024
• Display: Available with 11-inch or 13-inch Ultra Retina XDR (Tandem OLED) display
• Processor: Apple M4 chip with advanced Neural Engine
• Camera: 12MP rear camera with wide lens; LiDAR scanner; 12MP ultra-wide front camera with Center Stage
• Build Quality: Aluminum chassis; record-thin and lightweight design
• Operating System: Ships with iPadOS 17
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E enabled

Who is this for?

The iPad Pro (2024, M4 series) is best suited for creative professionals, designers, and power users who rely on advanced tools for photo/video editing, digital illustration, or demanding multitasking. The Tandem OLED display is great for those who value color accuracy, while the M4 chip makes 3D work, app development, and productivity a breeze. Compared to the iPad Air (2024), which offers robust performance at a lighter form factor, the Pro models lean into more niche, high-end needs—so if you’re mostly browsing, streaming, or sending emails, the Air might be a smarter (and less expensive) alternative.

Pros & Cons: Pros Cons M4 chip enables fast multitasking and pro-level app support. No microSD card slot; internal storage is fixed per model. Tandem OLED display offers rich contrast with high brightness, great for content creators. Pro features may be overkill for typical daily tablet tasks. Ultra thin and lightweight build—finally, less of a literal handful. Accessory compatibility limited to the newest Apple Pencil Pro and keyboard models.