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iPad Pro M5 13-inch vs Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra: Premium Tablet Showdown<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

A lighter 13-inch Apple flagship against Samsung’s enormous 14.6-inch display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Updated October 26, 2026 \u00b7 Manufacturer specifications \u00b7 Not a hands-on review<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The gist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The M5 iPad Pro and Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra both offer high-end OLED experiences, but they target different ecosystems and screen-size preferences. Apple packs tandem OLED, Thunderbolt \/ USB 4 and the M5 into a 579g Wi-Fi tablet. Samsung uses a much larger 14.6-inch AMOLED 2X display with S Pen included, DeX and expandable storage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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At a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Apple iPad Pro (13-inch M5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Creators needing iPadOS, Thunderbolt accessories, a lighter tablet and Apple Pencil Pro support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What stands out<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 13-inch tandem OLED ProMotion 10\u2013120Hz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 579g Wi-Fi model; portable flagship<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 M5 and Thunderbolt \/ USB 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider before buying<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard extra<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 No microSD; smaller canvas<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Digital artists, large-screen multitaskers and Android users seeking a 14.6-inch canvas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What stands out<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 14.6-inch AMOLED 120Hz screen<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 S Pen in box and microSD up to 2TB<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 Wi-Fi 7, DeX and IP68<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider before buying<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 692g Wi-Fi model is heavier<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 14.6-inch footprint is less hand-held friendly<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Side-by-side specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Source: manufacturer-published details. Storage, regional bundles and pricing can vary; launch MSRP is historical, not a live quote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specification<\/th>Apple iPad Pro (13-inch M5)<\/th>Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Display<\/td>13-inch tandem OLED 2752\u00d72064<\/td>14.6-inch AMOLED 2X 2960\u00d71848<\/td><\/tr>
Refresh<\/td>10\u2013120Hz ProMotion<\/td>Up to 120Hz<\/td><\/tr>
Chip<\/td>Apple M5<\/td>Dimensity 9500<\/td><\/tr>
RAM<\/td>12GB (256\/512GB), 16GB (1\/2TB)<\/td>12GB or 16GB by configuration<\/td><\/tr>
Storage<\/td>256GB to 2TB, no microSD<\/td>256GB to 1TB, microSD up to 2TB<\/td><\/tr>
Weight, Wi-Fi<\/td>579g<\/td>692g<\/td><\/tr>
Stylus<\/td>Pencil Pro supported, sold separately<\/td>S Pen included<\/td><\/tr>
Connection<\/td>Thunderbolt \/ USB 4<\/td>USB-C<\/td><\/tr>
Wi-Fi<\/td>Wi-Fi 7<\/td>Wi-Fi 7<\/td><\/tr>
Platform<\/td>iPadOS<\/td>Android 17 \/ One UI 9<\/td><\/tr>
U.S. launch price from<\/td>$1,299 (2025)<\/td>$1,399.99 (2026)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How they compare in real life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Art and sketching: Samsung gives more physical room and an in-box stylus; Apple has Pencil Pro support and popular professional iPad apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel and handheld use: Apple’s 13-inch Wi-Fi model weighs 113g less. Samsung’s oversized screen is better suited to a desk or supported case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

External storage and editing: Thunderbolt\/USB 4 is a reason to examine the iPad Pro; app support, file workflows and storage speed require real-world verification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Gists buying recommendation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choose iPad Pro M5 if portability, Thunderbolt and required iPadOS creative apps matter most. Choose Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra if you value the largest screen, DeX, included pen and microSD. Both deserve an app-by-app workflow check rather than a blanket performance ranking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Which display is larger?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra: 14.6 inches versus 13 inches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which pen is included?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Samsung includes S Pen. Apple sells compatible Pencil separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are the prices current?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

No. Any dollar figures here are original U.S. launch starting prices; current offers may differ.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Primary sources and disclosure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Editorial method: desk research using official manufacturer specifications, reviewed October 26, 2026. We have not personally tested these tablets, measured benchmarks, or checked live stock levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple M5 iPad Pro specifications<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple M5 iPad Pro launch and price<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Samsung S12 series specifications<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Samsung U.S. launch and price<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Affiliate disclosure:<\/strong> Links to manufacturer specifications on this page are informational. If future retailer affiliate links are added, any commission relationship should be disclosed clearly at the point of recommendation. Browse all 2026 tablet comparisons.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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