Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) vs Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025)
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 12.9 | 13 |
| Panel Type | LCD | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2732 | 2752 |
| Resolution Width | 2048 | 2064 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 1600 | 1600 |
| PPI | 265 | 265 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Screen-to-body | 85.4 | 86.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x3.2 GHz & 4xX.X GHz) | 9-core (3 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores) - 256/512GB models10-core (4 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores) - 1/2TB models |
| GPU | Apple GPU (8-core graphics) | Apple GPU (10-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple M1 | Apple M5 |
| OS Name | iPadOS | iPadOS |
| OS Version | 14.5.1 | 26 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM, 2TB 16GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM, 2TB 16GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, ProRes (4K, 1080p) |
| Features | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR |
| Count | 2 | 1 |
| ultrawide | 10 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) | — |
| Wide | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR |
| Features | Face detection, HDR, panorama | Face detection, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 10758 | 10290 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | eSIM - cellular model only |
| Height (mm) | 280.6 | 281.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 6.4 | 5.1 |
| Weight (g) | 682 | 579 |
| Width (mm) | 214.9 | 215.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, April 20 | 2025, October 16 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, May 21 | Available. Released 2025, October 22 |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - cellular model only |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - cellular model only |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2379, A2461, A2462 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - A3361 - cellular model only |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A2379 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3361, A3362 - cellular model only |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 6 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 4 | 4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
Sound
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, barometer | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) and Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) is 31% cheaper at 263,760 DZD versus 381,600 DZD for the Apple iPad Pro 13 (2025), leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) packs a 10758 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
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