Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Which is better for you

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: The Apple iPad 2022 is the most affordable Apple iPad released by Apple in 2022 while the Apple iPad Pro 2022 is the most expensive Apple iPad released by Apple in 2022. However, choosing between these two devices is not just based on price but on users’ needs. So, between the Apple iPad 2022 and iPad Pro 2022, which is better for you? Well, let’s find out.

In this Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022 specs comparison, I’ll be comparing the specifications and features of both device side by side. In the end, you’ll know which of these devices best fits what you do.

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022

Specs	iPad 2022	iPad Pro 2022
Display	10.9-inches, 60Hz	12.9-inches, 120Hz 11-inches, 120Hz
Display Panels	Retina IPS LCD	Retina XDR mini-LED Retina IPS LCD
RAM	8GB	up to 16GB
Storage	64GB & 256GB	up to 2TB
Back Camera	12MP	12MP + 10MP + TOF 3D LiDAR
Front Camera	12MP	12MP
Chipset	A14 Bionic	Apple M2
Software	iPadOS 16	iPadOS 16
Battery	(28.6Wh)	12.9-inch (40.88Wh) 11-inch (28.65Wh)
Stylus Support	YES	YES

iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Display, Design, and Durability

The design and display of the iPad 2022 are very different from that of the iPad Pro 2022. The 10.9-inches display of the iPad 2022 does not support Apple’s ProMotion technology but the display of the iPad Pro 2022 supports Apple ProMotion technology i.e 120Hz refresh rate. This means the display of the iPad Pro 2022 is smoother and faster than that of the iPad 2022. As per the design, the iPad Pro 2022 is bigger than the Apple iPad 2022 and the iPad Pro 2022 also has a bigger rear camera module.

At first glance, you can tell the difference between both devices and the difference becomes even clearer when you start using the display. The screen of the iPad Pro 2022 is brighter and more colorful thanks to features such as HDR10 and Dolby Vision and it also has a peak brightness of up to 1600 nits. Both devices are made of a Glass front, aluminum back, and aluminum frame and have Stylus support.

For a $449 device, the display of the Apple iPad 2022 is good but that of the Apple iPad Pro 2022 is better. With the iPad Pro 2022, you get a faster and smooth display that is brighter and more color accurate.

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Camera

Camera	iPad 2022	iPad Pro 2022
Main	12MP	12MP
Ultra-wide	N/A	10MP
Depth	N/A	TOF 3D LiDAR
Front	12MP	12MP

The Apple iPad Pro 2022 comes with a triple rear camera and a single front camera while the Apple iPad 2022 comes with a single front and back camera. Aside from having more camera sensors, the iPad Pro 2022 also has more camera features.

The cameras of the iPad Pro 2022 have features such as ProRes, Cinematic mode (4K, 1080p), and Face detection. None of the features above are available in the Apple iPad 2022. Note that the front and back cameras of the 10.9-inch iPad 2022 are good but the iPad Pro 2022 has a better camera system.

If you need an Apple iPad to record videos and take better photos between these two, the iPad Pro 2022 is the preferred choice here. However, if you own an Apple iPhone, then the need to record videos with your iPad decrease, then you might want to consider the 10.9-inch Apple iPad 2022.

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Chipset, RAM & Storage

The operations of the Apple iPad Pro 2022 are handled by the Apple M2 chip while those of the Apple iPad 2022 are handled by the Apple A14 Bionic chip. The Apple M2 chip of the iPad Pro 2022 is faster and more power efficient than the Apple A14 Bionic chip of the Apple iPad 2022.

The chipset of the iPad Pro 2022 is also equipped with faster CPU cores and a more powerful GPU. The processor of the M2 chip has 8-cores that are paired with the Apple GPU with 10-core graphics while the processor of the A14 Bionic chip has 6-cores that are paired with the Apple GPU with 4-core graphics.

The extra CPU and GPU cores of the M2 chip make the 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2022 render graphics faster than the 10.9-inch iPad 2022. So, when it comes to graphics-intensive gaming and rendering graphics, the Apple iPad Pro 2022 is better than the Apple iPad 2022.

The iPad Pro 2022 has up to 16GB of RAM and 2TB of internal storage while the Apple iPad 2022 comes with 3GB of RAM that is paired with 64GB or 256GB of storage. None of the devices have support for storage expansion via a microSD card slot.

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Software

The Apple iPad Pro 2022 and the Apple iPad 2022 run iPadOS 16 software out of the box. Both devices will get up to five years of major software updates and users can download apps and games from the Apple App store.

The software and user experience on both smartphones are very smooth. Animation is fast, apps open very quickly, switching between apps is smooth, and the user interface on both phones looks neat. These two devices have all the new features that come with the iPadOS 16.

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Battery & Other Features

The 11-inches and 12.9-inches models of the Apple iPad Pro 2022 are powered by 28.65Wh and 40.88Wh batteries respectively while the Apple iPad 2022 is powered by a 28.6Wh battery. The Apple iPad Pro 2022 has bigger batteries and its Apple M2 chip is also more power efficient. So, even with the ProMotion tech, the iPad Pro 2022 has longer battery life.

Features available on the iPad Pro 2022 are Face ID, USB Type-C 4 (Thunderbolt 4), DisplayPort, magnetic connector, Nano-SIM, eSIM, Stylus support (Bluetooth integration; magnetic), and Face detection. In comparison, the features available on the 10-9-inch Apple iPad 2022 are Fingerprint (top-mounted), USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector, Nano-SIM, eSIM, and Stylus support (1st gen).

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Price

The starting price of the Apple iPad Pro 2022 (8GB + 128GB) is $799 while the starting price of the Apple iPad 2022 (3GB + 64GB) is $449. Details of where and how to buy the iPad Pro 2022 and 10.9-inch iPad 2022 are available in the table below.

Apple iPad 2022	Price
Buy on Amazon	$449.00
Buy on Amazon (EUR)	€579.00

Apple iPad 2022 (12.9-inch)	Price
Buy on Amazon	$1,099.00
Buy on Amazon (EUR)	€1,449.00
Apple iPad 2022 (11-inch)	Price
Buy on Amazon	$799.00
Buy on Amazon (EUR)	€1,049.00

Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022: Conclusion

The Apple iPad Pro 2022 is better than the Apple iPad 2022 but it’s also the more expensive device of the two. It’ll cost you about $350 more if you decide to buy the Apple iPad Pro instead of the 10.9-inch Apple iPad 2022. However, this Apple iPad 2022 vs iPad Pro 2022 specs comparison has shown that the iPad Pro 2022 is worth the extra 350 bucks.

The Apple iPad Pro 2022 has so many features that you won’t get if you buy the Apple iPad 2022. If you’re the type that plays graphics-intensive games or renders high graphics, you should buy the Apple iPad Pro but if you just need an Apple iPad as a secondary device for light use, then you should save money and buy the 10.9-inches Apple iPad 2022.