Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) vs. Apple iPad (2022): A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The iPad Pro 11 (2022) delivers significantly faster performance thanks to the M2 chip, a superior display, and ProMotion technology. However, the iPad (2022) remains a fantastic value, offering a great user experience at a more accessible price point. The Pro is for power users; the standard iPad is for everyone else.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) | Apple iPad (2022) |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - A2757 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2435, A2761 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2757 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A2435 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2757, A2777 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2761, A2762 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2777 | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, October 18 | 2022, October 18 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 26 | Available. Released 2022, October 26 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 247.6 x 178.5 x 5.9 mm (9.75 x 7.03 x 0.23 in) | 248.6 x 179.5 x 7 mm (9.79 x 7.07 x 0.28 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) |
| Weight | 466 g (Wi-Fi), 470 g (5G) (1.03 lb) | 477 g (Wi-Fi) / 481 g (LTE) (1.05 lb) |
| Stylus support (Bluetooth integration; magnetic) | Stylus support (1st gen only) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Resolution | 1668 x 2388 pixels (~265 ppi density) | 1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density) |
| Size | 11.0 inches, 366.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 10.9 inches, 359.2 cm2 (~80.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 600 nits (typ) | Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x3.49 GHz performance cores, 4 efficiency cores) | Hexa-core (2x3.0 GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8 GHz Icestorm) |
| Chipset | Apple M2 | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (10-core graphics) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
| OS | iPadOS 16.1, upgradable to iPadOS 26.1 | iPadOS 16.1, upgradable to iPadOS 26.1 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM, 2TB 16GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF 10 MP, f/2.4, 125˚ (ultrawide) TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) | - |
| Features | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, ProRes | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Face detection, HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide) |
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, EDR | 5.2, A2DP, EDR, LE |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS (cellular model only) | GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 4 (Thunderbolt 3), DisplayPort, magnetic connector | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort; magnetic connector |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
| Battery | ||
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| Type | Li-Po 7538 mAh (28.65 Wh) | Li-Po 7606 mAh (28.6 Wh) |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Silver, Space Gray | Silver, Blue, Pink, Yellow |
| Models | A2435, A2761, A2762, A2759, iPad8,9, iPad8,10, iPad14,3, iPad14,4 | A3162, A2757, A2777, A2696, iPad13,18, iPad13,19 |
| Price | About 1050 EUR | About 430 EUR |
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)
- Blazing-fast M2 chip
- ProMotion 120Hz display
- LiDAR scanner for AR
- Excellent build quality
- Thunderbolt / USB 4 port
- Higher price
- Can be overkill for casual users
- No headphone jack
Apple iPad (2022)
- More affordable
- Excellent value for money
- Great for everyday use
- All-day battery life
- Modern design
- Slower performance compared to Pro
- Lacks ProMotion display
- No LiDAR scanner
Display Comparison
The iPad Pro 11 (2022) boasts a Liquid Retina display with ProMotion (120Hz adaptive refresh rate) for incredibly smooth scrolling and responsiveness. It also gets brighter. The iPad (2022) has a standard Liquid Retina display, which is still excellent, but lacks ProMotion and the higher peak brightness. Color accuracy is superb on both, but the Pro offers a more premium visual experience.
Camera Comparison
Both iPads feature a 12MP Wide camera and an Ultra Wide camera. The iPad Pro 11 (2022) has a LiDAR scanner which enhances AR experiences and improves portrait mode. Image quality is generally comparable, but the Pro's LiDAR gives it a slight edge in certain scenarios.
Performance
This is where the M2 chip in the iPad Pro 11 (2022) truly shines. It offers a substantial performance boost over the A14 Bionic in the iPad (2022), making it noticeably faster for demanding tasks like video editing, gaming, and running complex apps. The A14 is still capable for most everyday tasks, but the M2 is in a different league.
Battery Life
Both iPads offer all-day battery life, typically lasting around 10 hours of mixed usage. While the iPad Pro 11 (2022) has a slightly larger battery capacity, real-world battery performance is quite similar.
Buying Guide
The Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) is ideal for creative professionals, students needing high performance, and anyone who demands the absolute best in tablet technology. The Apple iPad (2022) is perfect for everyday users, students on a budget, and those seeking a reliable and versatile tablet for entertainment and productivity.