Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 5th Gen 128GB – M1, Liquid Retina XDR, Wi-Fi – Space Grey

Overview

Experience desktop-class Apple silicon performance in an ultra-thin tablet with the Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch 5th Generation 128GB in Space Grey.

Powered by the Apple M1 chip, this iPad Pro features an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine and 8GB RAM, delivering responsive performance for productivity, creative work, photo editing, video, multitasking and demanding iPad apps.

The standout feature is its 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display. Apple uses mini-LED backlighting with 2,596 local dimming zones, a 2732 × 2048 resolution, ProMotion technology, P3 wide colour and True Tone. HDR content can reach an impressive 1,600 nits peak brightness, bringing exceptional contrast and detail to films, photography and creative workflows.

A professional dual rear-camera system combines 12MP Wide and 10MP Ultra Wide cameras with a LiDAR Scanner, while the 12MP Ultra Wide TrueDepth front camera supports Centre Stage to help keep you automatically framed during compatible video calls.

Key Features & Benefits

• Desktop-Class Performance – Apple M1
  The M1 combines an 8-core CPU with four performance and four efficiency cores, an 8-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine, bringing Mac-class Apple silicon architecture to iPad Pro.
• 8GB RAM for Demanding Workflows
  Apple equips the 128GB, 256GB and 512GB versions of this generation with 8GB RAM, providing strong multitasking capability for professional and everyday applications.
• Professional 12.9" Liquid Retina XDR Display
  The mini-LED display delivers a sharp 2732 × 2048 resolution at 264ppi, giving photos, text, video and illustrations excellent clarity.
• 2,596 Local Dimming Zones
  Apple’s mini-LED backlight uses thousands of individually controlled dimming zones to create much deeper blacks and brighter highlights than a conventional LCD backlight.
• Exceptional HDR – Up to 1,600 Nits Peak
  The display reaches 600 nits for SDR, up to 1,000 nits full-screen XDR brightness and 1,600 nits peak HDR brightness, with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio.
• Ultra-Smooth ProMotion
  ProMotion dynamically adjusts the display refresh rate for smoother scrolling, responsive Apple Pencil input and fluid animations.
• True Tone & P3 Wide Colour
  P3 wide colour provides richer colour reproduction, while True Tone automatically adjusts the display’s colour temperature to surrounding light.
• 128GB Internal Storage
  This configuration provides 128GB built-in storage for applications, documents, photos and downloaded content.
• Professional Dual Rear Cameras
  The camera system combines a 12MP f/1.8 Wide camera with a 10MP f/2.4 Ultra Wide camera offering a 125° field of view.
• Record 4K Video
  The rear Wide camera supports 4K recording at 24, 25, 30 or 60fps, with 1080p slow motion at up to 240fps.
• LiDAR Scanner
  Built-in LiDAR helps compatible augmented-reality applications understand depth and spatial information while assisting supported camera functionality.
• 12MP Ultra Wide TrueDepth Front Camera
  The 122° front camera supports portrait features, Face ID and high-quality video calling.
• Centre Stage
  Centre Stage automatically adjusts framing during compatible video calls as you move around, helping keep you visible without manually repositioning the iPad.
• Face ID Security
  The TrueDepth system enables Face ID for unlocking the iPad, authenticating supported apps and approving compatible purchases.
• Four-Speaker Audio
  A built-in four-speaker system delivers powerful stereo audio that automatically adapts to the way the iPad is being held.
• Five Studio-Quality Microphones
  Five integrated microphones support calls, audio capture and video recording without requiring a separate microphone for everyday use.
• Thunderbolt / USB 4 – Up to 40Gb/s
  The USB-C connector supports Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 at up to 40Gb/s, alongside USB 3.1 Gen 2, charging and DisplayPort output.
• Connect a 6K External Display
  Apple specifies support for one external display up to 6K at 60Hz, giving professional users additional workspace with compatible displays and adapters.
• Fast Wi-Fi 6
  Dual-band 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 with MIMO provides fast wireless networking on compatible routers.
• Bluetooth 5.0
  Connect compatible headphones, keyboards, controllers and other wireless accessories through Bluetooth 5.0.
• Apple Pencil Support
  This iPad Pro supports both Apple Pencil (2nd generation) and the newer Apple Pencil (USB-C).
• Magic Keyboard & Smart Connector Support
  The integrated Smart Connector enables compatible keyboard accessories without separate Bluetooth pairing or charging.
• Apple Intelligence Support
  Because this iPad Pro uses the M1 chip, Apple currently lists it as compatible with Apple Intelligence on supported versions of iPadOS, subject to language and regional availability.
• Up to 10 Hours Battery Life
  Apple originally rated the Wi-Fi model for up to 10 hours of web browsing over Wi-Fi or video playback from its 40.88Wh battery. Actual battery life on an individual device depends on age, battery condition and use.

Why Choose This Product

The 12.9-inch iPad Pro 5th Gen remains a highly capable professional tablet because it combines the powerful M1 chip with one of Apple’s most advanced iPad displays.

The Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED panel is particularly valuable for photographers, videographers and media users, combining high resolution, ProMotion and exceptional HDR brightness with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio.

The M1 processor also gives this generation considerably more performance headroom than earlier iPads. With 8GB RAM in the 128GB model, it is capable of handling demanding productivity and creative apps while supporting Apple Intelligence on current compatible software.

Thunderbolt connectivity, external-display support, Apple Pencil compatibility and keyboard support also allow the iPad Pro to work as much more than a media tablet.

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