iPad Air 11-inch (M4) vs iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
UAE prices checked October 2026.
Quick answerThe iPad Air 11-inch (M4) is AED 2,000 cheaper at starting price.
iPad Air 11-inch (M4) is best for: Students and anyone who wants a serious iPad without Pro pricing.
iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) is best for: Artists, video editors and people replacing a laptop with an iPad.
iPad Air 11-inch (M4) is best for: Students and anyone who wants a serious iPad without Pro pricing.
iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) is best for: Artists, video editors and people replacing a laptop with an iPad.
Specs side by side
| iPad Air 11-inch (M4) | iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) | |
|---|---|---|
| UAE price | From AED 2,999 | From AED 4,999 |
| Official UAE warranty | Yes | Yes |
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD) | 11-inch Ultra Retina XDR (tandem OLED), ProMotion 120Hz |
| Chip | Apple M4 | Apple M5 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB (16GB on 1TB / 2TB) |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB |
| Rear cameras | 12MP wide | 12MP wide |
| Front camera | 12MP Center Stage (landscape) | 12MP Center Stage (landscape) |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) |
| Weight | 464g (Wi-Fi) | 444g (Wi-Fi) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7; 5G models available | Wi-Fi 7; 5G models available |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C), sold separately | Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C), sold separately |
| Durability | No water-resistance rating | No water-resistance rating |
| Software | iPadOS 27 | iPadOS 27 |
Our take on each
iPad Air 11-inch (M4)
The iPad I recommend most. Get 256GB if you keep photos or videos on it.
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iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
The best iPad, no question — but most people won't use the extra power. Try the iPad Air first.
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