A new video has surfaced online showing what appears to be an early unboxing of Apple’s upcoming iPad Pro with the unannounced M5 chip. The device, which is expected to be officially introduced at Apple’s next event, looks nearly identical to the current M4 iPad Pro, raising questions about how much has actually changed this year.
The video highlights that Apple’s packaging remains minimal, with no power adapter included in the box for higher-end models costing upwards of €3,000. In some markets, older units still shipped with adapters, making the inconsistency stand out even more. The YouTuber also noted that the box design is unchanged from the M4 version, and even the accessories and case compatibility remain the same.
When comparing the iPad Pro with M4 chip and M5 chip side by side, the chassis, colors (Silver and Space Black), and overall design are identical. The only noticeable change comes from inside: the M5 chip paired with 12GB RAM instead of 8GB. Both devices ship with iPadOS 26 preinstalled, though the unit tested lacked typical service markings on the rear shell, suggesting it might be a pre-production model.
Geekbench benchmarks show modest improvements for the M5 compared to the M4.
- Single-core performance: ~10% faster
- Multi-core performance: ~15% faster
- GPU performance: up to 34% faster
In AnTuTu tests, results were mixed. Surprisingly, CPU performance sometimes favored the M4, while GPU and memory scores showed a clearer advantage for the M5. The overall uplift makes the biggest difference in graphics-intensive tasks, but the CPU gains appear marginal.
In terms of accessories, existing Magic Keyboard and Folio cases fit the M5 iPad Pro without issues, as Apple kept the same dimensions and magnetic placements. Cameras also remain unchanged, with a single rear lens and Center Stage-enabled front camera.
The video concludes that the iPad Pro M5 is essentially the same tablet as the M4 model, with incremental performance improvements. For most users, the update may not be compelling unless they skipped the last few generations. The larger gains might be reserved for upcoming M5 Pro, M5 Max, or desktop-class chips.
Check out the full video below:
