Compare the Apple iPad Pro (2021) to the Apple iPad Air (2022)

In terms of the screen, the iPad Pro takes it a step further than the iPad Air. This 2021 model has a Quad HD screen. You can watch movies or series and play games on a high-quality screen with the iPad Pro (2021). Combined with the 120Hz refresh rate, this iPad Pro is very suitable for gaming and video editing. You won't get any screen tearing in your games, and animations look smooth. The extra large 12.9-inch screen of the iPad Pro is even brighter than the 11-inch screen.

The Apple iPad Air (2022) has a 10.9-inch Retina display. This means that it has an LCD screen, With a 60Hz refresh rate, you can easily watch movies and series on this iPad. That's because the screen displays 60 fps, so images and movements in your series or games look smooth. The image quality of the iPad Air falls into the 'Good' category, instead of the 'Excellent' category of the iPad Pro.

Straight edges, a flat back, and a thin black bezel also characterize the Apple iPad Pro (2021). This iPad model is available in 2 sizes, 11 inches, and 12.9 inches. You can easily choose which size suits you and your usage situation best. The Apple iPad Pro (2021) has 2 cameras on the back, a 12-megapixel wide-angle lens, and a 10-megapixel ultra wide-angle lens. So you can easily capture vast landscapes.

The Apple iPad Air (2022) has the same sleek design the iPad Pro (2021) has. The edges of the tablet are straight. In addition, the black border around the screen is thinner. This gives you more screen space. The iPad Air from 2022 is available in 1 size: 10.9 inches. It has 1 camera on the back, which is a 12-megapixel wide-angle lens. With this lens, you can easily capture large groups of people.

The Apple iPad Pro (2021) is the first iPad model with the powerful M1 chip. It allows you to easily use demanding programs like Adobe Photoshop on the iPad Pro. You can also play graphic or 3D games on the iPad Pro without any problems thanks to the M1 processor. Your games won't slow down and animations look smooth. With 8GB RAM, the iPad Pro (2021) is powerful enough to quickly multitask and tor run multiple programs at the same time.

In terms of the processor, the iPad Air (2022) and iPad Pro (2021) are the same. Both models have an M1 chip. Thanks to that processor, demanding programs and apps run smoothly on the iPad Air and you can easily multitask. With 8GB of RAM, you can easily play graphically demanding games.

Thanks to the powerful M1 processor and the large screen, the Apple iPad Pro (2021) is very suitable for editing videos and graphic design. Especially the iPad Pro (2021) 12.9 inches has enough screen space to view all of the details of your photos and videos. In addition, the iPad Pro is very suitable for gaming thanks to the high refresh rate. You can also use it for school or for business, because the iPad Pro (2021) quickly and smoothly switches between various apps.

Because the iPad Air (2022) and iPad Pro (2021) are so similar, we recommend both models for almost the same usage situations. You can use both models for gaming, but the Apple iPad Air (2022) is also very suitable for school or business use. Thanks to its light weight, you can easily take it on the go. In terms of size, screen, and processor, the iPad Air (2022) is also ideal if you like watching movies and series in high quality. We don't recommend this model for graphic design and video editing.

The iPad Pro (2021) is compatible with the 2nd generation Apple Pencil. So you draw and write as much as you want. We recommend a Magic Keyboard or Smart Keyboard for business use or for school. It allows you to put down your iPad in an upright position so you can take notes during meetings or lectures. Both covers also protect your iPad from scratches and dents. The Magic Keyboard also has a touchpad you can use to easily scroll through apps.

The iPad Pro (2021) is compatible with the 2nd generation Apple Pencil. So you draw and write as much as you want. We recommend a Magic Keyboard or Smart Keyboard for business use or for school. It allows you to put down your iPad in an upright position so you can take notes during meetings or lectures. Both covers also protect your iPad from scratches and dents. The Magic Keyboard also has a touchpad you can use to easily scroll through apps.