Apple iPad Pro (11″ & 13″) with M5 chip launches in India from ₹99,900
If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your tablet into a true pro machine, Apple just gave you the nudge. The new iPad Pro with the M5 chip is official in India in two sizes—11 inches and 13 inches—with the Wi-Fi-only 11″ model starting at ₹99,900. Pre-orders are live now; retail availability begins October 22.
What’s new and why it matters
Apple’s M5 is all about pushing on-device AI and graphics further, and the iPad Pro benefits directly. Apple is positioning this generation for creators, developers, and power users who want desktop-class headroom in a portable slab—think video edits in LumaFusion/Final Cut for iPad, heavy RAW workflows in Lightroom, 3D design, or code on the go. Apple’s AI messaging is louder this time too, with claims of significantly higher AI throughput and faster graphics versus the previous generation, meant to future-proof apps and iPadOS 26 features.
Sizes, finishes, configurations
You get the usual two sizes—11″ and 13″—in Space Black or Silver. Storage tiers run 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB. Both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular variants are available. For shoppers who care about glare control, Apple also offers a nano-texture glass option on select configurations.
Display and design
Apple continues with OLED on iPad Pro, delivering inky blacks and punchy highlights while keeping the chassis thin and light. The 13″ particularly leans into “thinner than ever” territory, which helps if you carry it daily in a backpack. In typical Pro fashion, brightness and HDR handling are dialled for creative work and high-quality media consumption.
Performance: the M5 leap
Under the hood, M5 brings a new CPU/GPU configuration and higher memory bandwidth, with Apple and independent reporting highlighting big AI and graphics gains over M4. Expect snappier multi-layer timelines, faster exports, quicker code builds on-device, and more responsive AI-assisted features as apps update. Early coverage notes increased GPU capabilities and neural acceleration aimed at pro workflows; third-party benchmarks will paint the fuller picture in the coming days.
India pricing and availability (IST)
· 11″ iPad Pro (Wi-Fi): ₹99,900
· 11″ iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular): ₹1,19,900
· 13″ iPad Pro (Wi-Fi): ₹1,29,900
· 13″ iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular): ₹1,49,900
Education pricing starts at ₹89,900 (11″) and ₹1,09,900 (13″). Pre-orders opened October 15, 2025, and retail availability starts October 22, 2025 across Apple’s online store, Apple retail, and authorised partners in India.
Who should consider it in India
· Video creators & photographers: OLED panels + M5 grunt + up to 2TB storage make this a portable edit bay.
· Developers & designers: Better GPU/AI throughput should speed sims, renders, and local builds; iPadOS 26 continues to deepen pro-app support.
· Students & on-the-go pros: The 11″ hits a sweet spot for weight/price; education pricing improves the value equation.
Quick spec highlights
· Chip: Apple M5 (next-gen Apple Silicon with higher AI/graphics performance)
· Sizes: 11″ and 13″
· Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB
· Finishes: Space Black, Silver
· Connectivity: Wi-Fi; Wi-Fi + Cellular (5G)
· Display: OLED; nano-texture glass option on select models
· Availability in India: Pre-order live; in stores Oct 22, 2025
· Starting price: ₹99,900 (11″ Wi-Fi)
Pros and cons (at a glance)
Pros
· Strong AI and graphics uplift on M5 for creative and dev workflows.
· OLED visuals and pro-grade brightness for content and editing.
· Broad configurations (up to 2TB), plus Wi-Fi or Cellular flexibility.
Cons
· Entry price remains premium; nano-texture and higher storage push costs up quickly.
· Real-world gains vs M4 will need third-party benchmarks; wait if you upgraded recently.
What’s still unknown or worth watching
We’re waiting on comprehensive independent benchmarks and app-level updates that fully exploit M5’s AI paths. If you’re on an M4 iPad Pro and don’t hit performance ceilings, it may be sensible to hold until those results land—or until seasonal deals appear.
In short: For creators, developers and power users in India, this is the most capable iPad Pro yet, with meaningful AI/graphics headroom and a familiar starting price. For casual users, the regular iPad or iPad Air will remain better value.