iPad Pro M2 and iPad Air 2022, all the differences and which one should you buy?

Discover all the differences, specs and features of the latest generation iPad Pro and iPad Air.

by Sergio J. Ortiz on iPad

There are so many different iPad models and so many variations that it is often difficult even for us to know all the differences between one iPad and another. Indeed, it can sometimes be a real nonsense to distinguish between variations of one model and another.

If this has happened to you once, worry no more, iPadízate’s main purpose is to help you, and then we will highlight all the differences that exist in the latest generation iPad tablets.

We recently did the same for the differences between the iPad 2022 and the iPad Air 2022, and even compared all the changes between the iPad Pro 2021 and the iPad Pro 2022. Differences between 2022 iPad Pro with M2 chip and 2022 iPad Air with M1 chip.

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  • iPad Pro 2022 vs. iPad Air 2022
    • Technicial Specifications
    • Design
    • processor performance
    • Screen
    • Camera
  • Which iPad model should I get?

iPad Pro 2022 vs. iPad Air 2022

iPad Pro

iPad Pro models with Magic Keyboard

We are facing the two most powerful tablets on the market. Two original beasts with tremendous performance, but it is clear that they have many differences, both at the design level and at the level of equipment and specifications.

Technicial Specifications

iPad Pro 2022 iPad Air 2022
Dimensions 24.76 x 17.85 x 0.59 cm (11 inches) 28.06 x 21.49 x 0.64 cm (12.9 inches) 9.5″ x 7″ x 0.25″
Weight 466g (11″) 684g (12.9″) 462g
Screen Liquid Retina display (11 inch) Liquid Retina XDR display (12.9 inch) Liquid Retina display
Resolution 2,224 x 1,668 pixels (11 inches) 2,732 x 2,048 pixels (12.9 inches) 2,360 x 1,640 pixels
pixel density 264dpi 264dpi
Processor m2 M1
data store 8/16GB 8GB
to store 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB 64GB and 256GB
cameras Dual camera (12+10 Mpx) 12 megapixel camera
Drum 10 hours of internet browsing 10 hours of internet browsing
Colors Silver and Space Gray Silver and Space Gray
Others Face ID, Portrait mode, True Tone, Pro Motion, Apple Pencil floating pointer, ProRes up to 4K at 30fps, LiDAR scanner Face ID, Portrait mode, True Tone
starting price From 1,049 Euros From 769 Euros

Design

colors available on the new iPad Air

Colors found in 2022’s new iPad Air

The design of the two models of the 2022 iPad Pro and the iPad Air in the same year differs only in size.

While there are two versions of the 2022 iPad Pro 11 and 12.9 inches 2022 iPad Air available in a single edition 10.9 inches.

There is quite a size difference. Choosing one design or the other in this case will depend on the tastes and needs of each consumer.

But we can find a slight difference in favor of the 2022 iPad Air: its colors. iPad Air series a wide range of colors (Space Grey, Blue, Pink, Purple and Star White), while the two 2022 iPad Pro models are available in only two colors (Space Gray and Silver). While it may seem silly, this is something to keep in mind when choosing an iPad or any other iPad.

processor performance

M1 and M2

There is a significant evolution between the M1 and M2

There is no doubt that one of the biggest differences between the iPad Pro and the latest generation iPad Air is the power, efficiency and performance of their processors.

On the one hand, as we have mentioned before, the 2022 iPad Pro has a serial chip. m2The 2022 iPad Air has a built-in chip. M1.

This is the difference chart between the M1 chip and the M2 chip:

iPad Pro 2022 iPad Air 2022
Chip m2 M1
CPU cores 8 8
GPU cores 8/10 8
neural motor nuclei 16 16
to store 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB 64GB and 256GB
data store 8GB/16GB 8GB
Lightning Yes No
mobile data 5G 5G (without mmWave)

The data in the table shows the superiority of the processors of the two iPad Pro models over the iPad Air.

M2 chip offer 18% faster CPU M1 chips and 35% more efficient GPU. It also provides a significant improvement in memory bandwidth from 50GB/s to 100GB/s. In addition, the M2 chip supports: Lightning.

Available in 128GB, 256GB and 512GB versions 8GB RAM 1TB and 2TB versions 16GB RAM.

Regardless, despite the clear superiority of the 2022 iPad Pro processors, many users feel that the 2022 iPad Air with the M1 chip and 8GB of RAM is more than enough power for everyday use.

Screen

iPad Pro

iPad Pro display is one of the best on the market

The fact is that the screen of the 2022 iPad Pro and 2022 iPad Air is practically the same. They have many similarities and few differences.

iPad Air’s Liquid Retina display measures 10.9 inches and has True Tone technology. Basically Same features as the 11-inch iPad Pro displayjust a little bigger.

On the other hand, the screen of the 12.9-inch version of the 2022 iPad Pro is Liquid Retina XDRone reaches 1,600 nits maximum brightness and has a higher resolution (2,732 x 2,048 pixels).

The only big difference is the ProMotion technology of the iPad Pro display, which a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz.

Camera

iPad Pro

iPad Pro Camera Module

The rear camera module of the 2022 iPad Pro series has dual cameras. On the other hand, the 2022 iPad Air has a single camera. Not surprisingly, this brings many advantages to the iPad Pro in terms of image quality.

One of these main advantages is reflected in the ability of the iPad Pro with the M2 chip to capture videos in resolution. Professional Resolution 4K at 30 frames per second.

iPad Air

2022 iPad Air lock screen

The other most obvious reason why iPad Pro cameras are better than iPad Air cameras is, iPad Pro M2 models feature TrueDepth technology with Face ID. This is a weight difference that could tip the balance for the iPad Pro for any user who needs or often uses face recognition in their daily life.

But there are other differences, such as functionality. Smart HDR 4 Available on iPad Pro or, of course, its advantages ultra wide angle lens 10 megapixels.

iPad Pro M2 has a sensor LiDAR Capable of measuring the distance an object is located relative to the emission point in the real environment. A particularly useful technology in the use of augmented reality.

Finally, iPad Pro’s front camera has functions such as: portrait mode, portrait lighting effect and support for Animojis and Memojis while the front camera of the 2022 iPad Air does not have these options.

Which iPad model should I get?

Now that we’ve talked about all the differences between the 2022 iPad Pro and 2022 iPad Air models, it’s time to come to a conclusion. Of course, the iPad Pro series is superior to the iPad Air, which also has its advantages, but some differences are just based on small details that not all consumers will consider. Ultimately, this is a very personal decision.

Is the M2 chip in the iPad Pro really that much superior to the M1 processors in the iPad Air? The truth is yes, and the differences in this sense are visible to the naked eye. However, the superiority of its performance makes its tablets more suitable for web browsing, consumption of multimedia items, video calls, etc. It may not be that necessary for the vast majority of users who use it for daily use.

Moreover, 2022 iPad Air is much cheaper and it still has some of the coolest features of the iPad Pro. Doesn’t have Face ID and this may not appeal to many consumers who will have to be content with using Touch ID.

We would like to know your opinion. Comment!

Source: i Padizate

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