iPad Pro M2 - tablet is more powerful than high-end laptops

iPad Pro M2 does not change in design but upgrades power with the M2 chip for higher performance scores than some high-end Windows laptop models.

iPad Pro 2022 was launched globally in mid-October and started selling genuine in Vietnam from the end of November. This is the first tablet line to use the M2 chip, after the first two MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro laptops. this year.

In terms of segments and features, iPad Pro has only one competitor in the market, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra 5G. However, Apple's products have much more versions than competitors, the highest price is up to 68 million VND, more expensive than many high-end laptop models.

With significant upgrades in software and features, Apple shows its ambition to turn iPad Pro into a versatile product, replacing traditional laptops for content creators, rather than a mere entertainment product.

The same Pro series, but the 12.9-inch screen version (in the picture) uses a more advanced panel than Mini LED while the 11-inch version is IPS. Resolution reaches 2,048 x 2,732 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, Dolby Vision. In terms of sharpness, color rendering, this is the top line today.

Similar to previous generations, the Mini LED panel of the iPad Pro 12.9 still has the disadvantage of "blooming" - blurring of light when white details appear on a completely black background. However, this phenomenon is rare and not easy to notice. In terms of the ability to display deep blacks, the Mini LED screen on the iPad Pro is inferior to the OLED on Samsung, but the brightness is outstanding, up to 1,600 nits.

The exterior design of the iPad Pro 2022 is almost unchanged from the old version. The 12.9-inch model weighs 682 grams with the Wi-Fi version and 685 grams with the version with 5G connectivity. Relatively large size if used with normal two hands. In fact, the 12.9-inch version is mainly aimed at users who replace laptops with an integrated keyboard while the 11-inch version is more about entertainment, more hands-on.

It has a solid aluminum unibody, a rear camera system with a 12-megapixel f/1.8 main camera and a 10-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera. The speaker system of the device is almost not upgraded compared to the M1 version, but it is still the best tablet with the best external speakers today.

iPad Pro M2 uses a standard USB-C Thunderbolt 4 port to help users conveniently charge, copy data and find supported accessories. The device can receive converter hubs, plug in USB to back up data directly like with a computer through the Files application.

The actual battery life of the device is about 10 hours continuously with common tasks such as watching videos, surfing the web, social networks... This number drops to about 7-8 hours if heavy applications are included. like editing photos, rendering videos.

iPad Pro 2022 is claimed by Apple to be the most powerful tablet in the world with 8-core M2 chip, 15% faster than M1 chip, 10-core GPU for 35% faster graphics performance. Combining CPU and GPU, the 16-core Neural Engine can handle 15.8 trillion operations per second, 40% more than the M1. Apple has a distinction in RAM between different capacity versions. The 128, 256 and 512 GB models have 8 GB of RAM while the one and two TB versions have 16 GB.

However, because the software has not been optimized, taking advantage of the power of the M2. Some tests show that the 4K video rendering time of the new model through the CapCut application is not significantly faster, even equivalent to the M1 version.

The remarkable point on the new model is the hover feature when combined with the use of the pen. Accordingly, the device can accept the Apple Pencil when it is up to 12mm from the screen. This allows the user to perceive the touch point before actually drawing or writing. For example, with the Scribble feature, text automatically expands as the pen approaches, and handwriting strokes convert to text faster. Apple says third-party software will also be compatible soon.

In addition to hardware, the new iPad Pro also comes with software with many major upgrades, iPad OS 16. Actual tests show that the Stage Manager feature works similarly on macOS. The windows can be maximized/minimized for use in conjunction with the application bar. Users can also open multiple windows at the same time, perform file drag and drop, as handy as a laptop.

Unlike the iPhone lines, the accessories that come with the iPad Pro 2022 include a charger. The included cable is also a high-end type when it is covered with anti-tangle fabric, both ends are USB-C standard.

To really bring a laptop-like experience with iPad Pro 2022, users also need a keyboard and protective case, Magic Keyboard, for about 9 million VND. The product expands to a USB-C port for charging and data exchange. However, this case does not have a separate Apple Pencil area.

iPad Pro 12.9 M2 is available in two colors: silver and dark gray. The price for the version with only Wi-Fi connection is from 31 million VND and 35 million VND for the version with 5G connection. The most expensive model with 16 GB RAM, 2 TB memory costs 68 million VND.