iPad Pro M5 hands-on: early benchmarks, OLED display and what to expect

An early hands-on video has surfaced showing the upcoming iPad Pro with Apple’s new M5 chip, offering the first public look at performance and hardware before Apple’s official announcement.

Key takeaways

• M5 performance: Early benchmarks and real-world tests in hands-on clips point to a significant CPU/GPU uplift over prior iPad Pro models, suggesting much stronger performance for pro apps and creative workflows.
• OLED displays: Both 11″ and 13″ models are reported to use OLED panels with higher peak brightness and 120Hz ProMotion, improving contrast and color.
• Cameras & features: Upgraded camera setup including improved front-facing cameras and tweaks that benefit creators and video calls.
• iPadOS & workflow: Paired with iPadOS 26’s productivity improvements, the M5 iPad Pro looks even more capable as a laptop replacement for many users.

Watch the hands-on first-look video here (source: Apple Insider YouTube):
YouTube — iPad Pro M5 hands-on

For an in-depth written roundup of expected specs and release notes, see this overview on PhoneArena:
PhoneArena — iPad Pro M5: release, price, features

Track availability

The M5 iPad Pro is expected around Apple’s fall event; listings aren’t widely available yet. You can monitor Amazon for future listings via this search (affiliate tag included):
Search Amazon for “iPad Pro M5”

Conclusion

Early hands-on coverage praises the OLED display and M5 performance, making the new iPad Pro a strong candidate for creative pros and power users. We’ll update this post once official specs, pricing and availability are announced.

Note: initial reports and hands-on clips surfaced before Apple’s official announcement. This post links to hands-on videos and reporting from reputable outlets; no links to the original RSS source are included.