Apple iPad Pro 12.9" (Wi-Fi/Cell Global - 5th Gen) 128, 256, 512 GB; 1, 2 TB Specs
Identifers: iPad Pro 12.9" (5th Gen - Wi-Fi+C) - MHR53X/A* - A2461 - 3687 - iPad13,10
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Please note that this A2461 iPad Pro 12.9-Inch (5th Gen) is compatible with 5G NR, specifically bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, and n79, but not with 5G NR mmWave, bands n260 and n261. Although Apple's official marketing information originally stated that this model was not sold in Europe, EveryMac.com immediately questioned if this was correct, and through a combination of hands-on inspection and reader reports, it was determined that this model actually was sold across Europe. Apple subsequently corrected at least some of its information, too. This model also was sold in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea, and across Southeast Asia (but not in mainland China).
The iPad Pro 12.9-Inch (Wi-Fi + Cellular - 5th Gen) features a fully-laminated, antireflective 12.9" mini-LED backlit 2732x2048 "Liquid Retina XDR" display (2D backlighting system, 264 ppi, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio) surrounded by a thin black bezel and packed in a slim case with rounded corners and flat sides. The back is offered in either silver or a darker "Space Gray" color.
This iPad Pro is powered by a 3.2 GHz Apple M1 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), an 8-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine. If configured with 128 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB of storage, it is equipped with 8 GB of onboard RAM. If it is configured with 1 TB or 2 TB of storage, it is equipped with 16 GB of onboard RAM.
Other notable new features include a Thunderbolt / USB 4 port and a new 12 megapixel Ultra Wide front camera with a "Center Stage" feature that automatically pans and zooms to keep subjects in frame, and 5G support, as well.
Like previous recent iPad Pro models, the iPad Pro 12.9" (5th Gen) models also support LiDAR, "Face ID" authentication, external keyboards and trackpads, and the Apple Pencil 2nd Gen (A2051, MU8F2AM/A, US$129) that charges via a magnetic connection on the side of the device. Along with the aforementioned front camera, it has a dual rear camera "system" with a 12 megapixel wide angle and 10 megapixel ultra-wide angle lens.
In addition to Thunderbolt / USB 4, other connectivity for this model includes 5G, dual-band 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) with HT80 with MIMO capability and Bluetooth 5.0. It has five microphones and a four speaker system, too.
In addition to Thunderbolt / USB 4, other connectivity for this model includes 5G, dual-band 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) with HT80 with MIMO capability and Bluetooth 5.0. It has five microphones and a four speaker system, too.
The battery life of this iPad Pro model is reportedly 10 hours "surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video" or 9 hours "surfing the web using cellular data." This model has a software-based eSIM that can be used to switch between some carriers as well as a nano SIM slot to use "traditional" SIM cards.
Compared to its predecessor, the iPad Pro 12.9-Inch (Wi-Fi + Cellular - 5th Gen) -- and its Wi-Fi only sibling -- are basically the same physical size, but have a much better display, much more powerful internals, better connectivity (Thunderbolt), and a significantly better front camera, as well.
Also see:
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| Introduction Date: |
April 20, 2021* |
Discontinued Date: |
October 18, 2022 |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*The iPad Pro 12.9" (5th Gen) models first were available for order on April 30, 2021 with initial deliveries scheduled for May 21, 2021.
Also see: All iPad models introduced in 2021. |
| Processors: |
1 (8 Cores) |
Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 2 is not compatible with this iPad. This number is an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all Geekbench 2 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,10 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, please see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,10 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,10 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
7518 |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
28253 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,10 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1708 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
7145 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the iOS are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,10 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
3.2 GHz* |
Processor Type: |
Apple M1 |
| Details: |
*The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) models use a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M1 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a clockspeed of 3.2 GHz. It also has an 8-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine.
Also see: How fast are the iPad Pro 11" (3rd Gen) and iPad Pro 12.9" (5th Gen) compared to one another? How fast are they compared to earlier iPad Pro models and the iPad Air? |
| Onboard RAM: |
8 GB, 16 GB* |
Storage Capacity: |
128, 256, 512 GB; 1, 2 TB |
| Details: |
*If configured with 128 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB of storage, this iPad Pro is equipped with 8 GB of onboard RAM. If it is configured with 1 TB or 2 TB of storage, it is equipped with 16 GB of onboard RAM.
Also see: Which external storage option is best for the iPad Pro? |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge (Thunderbolt*) |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
*The iPad Pro 12.9-Inch (5th Gen) models have a single Thunderbolt / USB 4 port (USB-C connector) that can connect to a computer, power outlet, and some cameras and peripherals. The charger is 20W. |
| Connectivity: |
Thunderbolt / USB 4 |
Ports: |
USB-C, Smart Connector, Magnetic Connector |
| Details: |
This iPad Pro has a Thunderbolt / USB 4 port (USB-C connector) as well as a Smart Connector for a keyboard and a Magnetic Connector designed to charge the Apple Pencil 2nd Gen (A2051, EMC 3231). |
| Case Type: |
Tablet |
Form Factor: |
iPad Pro 12.9" |
| Housing Color: |
Black* |
Controller: |
Multi-touch |
| Details: |
*The 11-inch iPad Pro (3rd Gen) models are available with a black glass front and a choice of either a silver or darker "Space Gray" aluminum back. |
| Built-in Display: |
12.9" Liquid Retina XDR* |
Display Resolution: |
2732x2048 (264 ppi) |
| Details: |
*The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) models have a fully-laminated 12.9" mini-LED backlit 2732x2048 "Liquid Retina XDR" display (264 ppi, 1000 nits full-screen brightness, 1600 nits peak HDR brightness, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio). This display has a "2D backlighting system" with "2596 full-array local dimming zones"; "ProMotion" technology, which "automatically adjusts the display refresh rate up to 120 Hz;" Wide-color (P3); and True Tone technology, which evaluates the color temperature and ambient brightness of your surroundings and dynamically adjusts the display's white balance to match. It additionally has a fingerprint-resistant oleophobic (oil repellent) and antireflectant coating (1.8% reflectivity). It has no "Home" button.
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) also supports AirPlay Mirroring to Apple TV 2nd Gen and later models as well as provides video mirroring and video out support up to 4K using the USB-C "Digital AV Multiport Adapter" and USB-C "VGA Multiport Adapter." Adapters sold separately.
Also see: Can the iPad models be used as an external display for a Mac or PC? How?
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| Standard Wireless: |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5.0 |
| Details: |
All 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) configurations support 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies (dual band) as well as HT80 with MIMO. They support Bluetooth 5.0, as well. |
| Cell Network: |
5G* |
Camera: |
12 Megapixels** |
| Details: |
*This 12.9-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular - 5th Gen) model supports "5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79)" as well as "FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71); TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48); UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC‑HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) and GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)."
**The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) has a dual rear "Pro Camera System" and a single front "TrueDepth Camera" in addition to LiDAR support.
The rear cameras include a wide-angle camera with a 12 megapixel sensor (f/1.8 aperture) and a ultra-wide angle camera with a 10 megapixel sensor (f/2.4 aperture and 125-degree field of view). It supports still photographs, video up to 4K.
The front mounted "TrueDepth" camera has a 12 megapixel sensor (f/2.4 aperture) and a 122-degree field of view, takes videos up to 1080p, and supports a new "Center Stage" feature that automatically pans and zooms to keep subjects in frame. It supports "Face ID" authentication, too. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Polymer (40.88 Whr) |
Battery Life (Music): |
9-10 Hours* |
| Details: |
*Apple estimates that this 12.9-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi/Cell - 5th Gen) provides "up to 9 hours of surfing the web using cellular data" and "up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video". |
| Battery Life (Voice): |
N/A |
Standby Time: |
N/A |
| Details: |
Apple does not report the standby time for the iPad Pro.
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| Apple Order No: |
MHR53X/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iPad Pro 12.9" (5th Gen - Wi-Fi+C) |
| Details: |
*Order numbers vary by country. Carrier-specific order numbers may vary, as well. In Australia, MHR53X/A is the order number for the iPad Pro 12.9" (Wi-Fi/Cell Global - 5th Gen) with 128 GB of storage in silver. Also in silver, with 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB of storage, the order numbers are MHR73X/A, MHR93X/A, MHRC3X/A, and MHRE3X/A, respectively.
In Space Gray, with 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB of storage, the order numbers are MHR43X/A, MHR63X/A, MHR83X/A, MHRA3X/A, and MHRD3X/A, respectively. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2461 (EMC 3687) |
Model ID: |
iPad13,10 |
| Details: |
These identifiers are specific to this particular iPad Pro.
Also see: All iPads with the A2461 Model Number, the 3687 EMC Number, and the iPad13,10 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
iPadOS 14.5.1 (18E212) |
Maximum OS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This model fully supports the final versions of iPadOS 14, iPadOS 15, iPadOS 16, and iPadOS 17. It also fully supports the current version of the iPadOS -- iPadOS 18.
Also see: Which iPad models support iPadOS 18? Do some models "partially" support iPadOS 18? Which ones? |
| Dimensions: |
11.04 x 8.46 x 0.25 |
Avg. Weight: |
1.51 lbs. (685 g) |
| Details: |
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen), held vertically, is 11.04 inches tall, 8.46 inches wide, and 0.25 of an inch deep (280.6 mm x 214.9 mm x 5.9 mm). The cellular equipped models weigh 1.51 pounds (685 g). |
| Mac Support: |
OS X 10.11.6* |
Windows Support: |
Windows 7* |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) models, if syncing with iTunes is desired, is compatible with a Mac running OS X 10.11.6 (El Capitan) or later and iTunes 12.10 or later or a Windows PC running Windows 7 or later and iTunes 12.10 or later. It also supports syncing with the Finder running macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later. |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) models support "AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC‑3), Dolby Digital Plus (E‑AC‑3), Dolby Atmos, and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+)." |
| Video Support: |
Apple reports that the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) models support "HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2, and Motion JPEG; HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG." |
| Incl. Accessories: |
The 12.9-Inch iPad Pro (5th Gen) models also include a USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter) and an 20W USB-C power adapter.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells accessories like cases, stands, keyboards, speakers and more for this iPad. |
| Original Price: |
N/A* |
Est. Current Retail: |
N/A* |
| Details: |
*This model was not sold in the United States. Original pricing varied in different countries, but in Australia, this 12.9-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular - 5th Gen) cost A$1899 with 8 GB RAM/128 GB storage, A$2049 with 8 GB RAM/256 GB storage, A$2349 with 8 GB RAM/512 GB storage, A$2949 with 16 GB RAM/1 TB storage, and A$3549 with 16 GB RAM/2 TB storage.
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
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Global original prices for the iPad Pro 12.9" (Wi-Fi/Cell Global - 5th Gen) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region. Please note that prices with an asterisk (*) are bound by carrier contractual obligations.
For global original prices for all iPod, iPhone, and iPad models in one particular country on a single page, please refer to Everyi.com's Global Original Prices section.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$1599, C$1729, C$1979, C$2479, C$2979 |
Brazil: |
R$16.799, R$17.999, R$20.399, R$25.199, R$29.999 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $32,699, $35,399, $40,799, $51,599, $62,399 |
United States: |
N/A* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1369, €1479, €1699, €2139, €2579 |
Belgium: |
€1389, €1499, €1719, €2159, €2599 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 10.299, 11.099, 12.699, 15.899, 19.099 |
Finland: |
€1399, €1509, €1729, €2169, €2609 |
| France: |
€1389, €1499, €1719, €2159, €2599 |
Germany: |
€1369, €1479, €1699, €2139, €2579 |
| Ireland: |
€1399, €1509, €1729, €2169, €2609 |
Italy: |
€1389, €1499, €1719, €2159, €2599 |
| Luxembourg: |
€1343,08, €1449,44, €1662,17, €2087,63, €2513,08 |
Netherlands: |
€1389, €1499, €1719, €2159, €2599 |
| Norway: |
NOK 13.990, 15.090, 17.290, 21.690, 26.090 |
Portugal: |
€1399, €1509, €1729, €2169, €2609 |
| Spain: |
€1369, €1479, €1699, €2139, €2579 |
Sweden: |
SEK 14.795, 15.995, 18.395, 23.195, 27.995 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'369, 1'489, 1'719, 2'179, 2'639 |
United Kingdom: |
£1149, £1249, £1449, £1799, £2149 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
N/A |
Hong Kong: |
HK$9,899, HK$10,699, HK$12,299, HK$15,499, HK$18,699 |
| India: |
Rs 113,900, 122,900, 140,900, 176,900, 212,900 |
Indonesia: |
N/A |
| Japan: |
¥147,800, ¥159,800, ¥183,800, ¥231,800, ¥279,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 1,579,000, 1,709,000, 1,969,000, 2,489,000, 3,009,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 5449, 5899, 6799, 8599, 10,399 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 71,990, 77,990, 89,990, 113,990, 137,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$1869, S$2019, S$2319, S$2919, S$3519 |
Taiwan: |
NT$39,900, NT$43,000, NT$49,200, NT$61,600, NT$74,000 |
| Thailand: |
THB 42,990, 46,400, 53,400, 67,400, 81,400 |
Vietnam: |
VND 33,990,000, 37,990,000, 42,990,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$1899, A$2049, A$2349, A$2949, A$3549 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$2129, NZ$2309, NZ$2669, NZ$3398, NZ$4109 |
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