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Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) and Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra are evenly matched - it comes down to what you need

Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025)

8.3/10

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

8.4/10

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Best for

  • GamingApple iPad Pro 13 (2025)
  • Keeping it for yearsSamsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

Head to head

  • Performance
    9.9
    8.7

    Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) has the faster chip: Apple M5 against MediaTek Dimensity 9500.

  • Gaming
    9.9
    8.6

    Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) has the stronger graphics for games.

  • Durability
    3.5
    –
  • Longevity
    9.1
    9.6

    Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra should get software updates for about 6.9 more years, against about 5 for Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025).

  • Connectivity
    7.7
    6.9
  • Extras
    3.6
    3.6
All specifications
Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra
General
Brand
iPad Pro to feature a vapor chamber and M6 chip in 2027
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Condition
Available. Released 2025, October 22
Available. Released 2026, October 07
Model
A3360, A3361, A3362, iPad17,3, iPad17,4
SM-X940, SM-X946
OS Version
–
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra Wi-Fi (SM-X940); Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra 5G (SM-X946)
Performance
CPU
Apple M5
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (10-core graphics)
Mali-G1 Ultra MC12
Display
Resolution
2064 x 2752 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~265 ppi density)
1848 x 2960 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~239 ppi density)
Screen Protection
Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
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Camera
Video Resolution
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, ProRes (4K, 1080p)
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Battery and power
Charging Port
50% in 30 min
45W wired, 100% in 95 min
Connectivity
2G
900 / 1800 / 1900 - cellular model only
900 / 1800 / 1900
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - cellular model only
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - cellular model only
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Bands
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1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G Bands
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1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE, EDR
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
No
No
Network Technology
HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only
HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only
Ports
Headphone Jack
No
No
USB Type
USB Type-C 4 (Thunderbolt 3), DisplayPort, magnetic connector
USB Type-C 3.2, magnetic connector
Build and size
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back
Dimensions
13.0 inches, 523.4 cm 2 (~86.2% screen-to-body ratio)
14.6 inches, 617.8 cm 2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Features
FM Radio
No
No
Questions people ask

Which is better, Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra?

Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) and Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra are evenly matched - it comes down to what you need. Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) wins on performance, gaming and connectivity; Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra wins on longevity.

Which is faster, Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra?

Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) has the faster chip: Apple M5 against MediaTek Dimensity 9500.

Which is better for gaming, Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra?

Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) has the stronger graphics for games.

Which will last more years, Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra should get software updates for about 6.9 more years, against about 5 for Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025).

Which is better for keeping it for years, Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra scores higher for keeping it for years.

Which is newer, Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) or Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is the newer of the two, released September 2026.

Scores are out of 10 against products released in the last two years, worked out from published specs. Prices are averages of what three or more sellers quoted.