Apple has introduced its most mighty tablet to Malaysia: the iPad Pro with the revolutionary M5 chip. This iPad Pro M5 was globally unveiled on October 15, 2023, and aims to change the way professionals, students, and creators engage with innovation, productivity, and entertainment. This marvel of technology is available at Apple Stores, authorized resellers, and online at apple.com/my. It is ultra-thin and boasts an impressive combination of tandem OLED display technology, Apple M5 chip integration, and swift performance. The iPad Pro M5 is the most powerful iPad yet, whether you are editing 4K ProRes videos, streaming your favorite movies, or running complex AI models.
We provide you with iPad Pro M5 specifications, pricing for each of the configurations available in Malaysia, and availability to help you determine whether 2025 is the year for you to get the most advanced Apple tablet.
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iPad Pro M5: Revolutionary Performance with the M5 Chip
The 2025 iPad Pro comes with the M5 chip. It is the new powerhouse chip Apple has engineered. The new 9-core CPU and 10-core GPU and new enhanced AI Neural engines are transformative. Compared to the M1 iPad Pro, with the M5 chip, the new iPad Pro is 6.7 times faster rendering with ray tracing and 4 times faster in AI image generation. This is great for graphic designers working in Photoshop and Final Cut Pro.
The new iPad Pro still has the same memory configurations. 12GB unified RAM is still the same as the M1 version, for the 256GB and 512GB iPad Pro variants. The new M5 version expanded memory capacity to 16GB for the 1TB and 2TB iPad Pro models. Working with the new iPadOS 18 is incredible especially with the new windowing system, e.g. entering a split screen with a viewer while videos are exporting in the background.
The new M5 iPad Pro is designed for New Apple Intelligence. New on-device AI features, for example in Image Playground, document summarization and photo Clean Up is transformative. The new iPad Pro has Private Cloud Compute for on-device processing and Microsoft Word has document summarization. The Siri and ChatGPT integration is transformative. Live Translate for FaceTime is new and groundbreaking.
Stunning Ultra Retina XDR Display: Tandem OLED Magic
The iPad Pro M5 is taking center stage for its Ultra Retina XDR display, marked by tandem OLED technology – a first for tablets. It comes in 11-inch (2420 x 1668 resolution) and 13-inch (2752 x 2064 resolution) sizes. With 1,000 nits of full-screen brightness and an HDR peak brightness of 2,000 nits, it also boasts a stunning 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio. ProMotion’s 10-120Hz adaptive refresh rate makes for pleasant and silky smooth scrolling. The display also supports the P3 wide color gamut and True Tone for vivid color reproduction, a must for creators and media consumers.
For the pros that need a matte finish, nano-texture glass is an option on the 1TB and 2TB models for an extra charge of RM400. This model also comes with Reference Mode for video editors and photographers.
Design, Battery, and Cameras: Premium Build Meets Pro Capabilities
At only 444 grams (11-inch) or 579 grams (13-inch), and at 5.1 (11-inch) and 5.0 (13-inch) millimeters, the iPad Pro M5 is Apple’s thinnest product to date. It is made from aerospace-grade aluminum and is available in Space Black or Silver. It has rounded edges, a black bezel for an immersive edge-to-edge view, and a flat back.
It supports all-day battery life at a single charge and up to 50% in 30 minutes during fast charging. The 12MP Wide rear camera with adaptive True Tone flash takes 4K ProRes videos and has LiDAR for Augmented Reality apps. The 12MP front camera is oriented for landscape and Center Stage which is great for video calls. The professional quality of this device is rounded off with studio quality mics and a 4 speaker audio system.
Connectivity with the iPad Pro M5 is exceptional with the use of Wi-Fi 7 for blazing fast downloads, Bluetooth 6.0, and second-gen 5G via eSIM (now up to 50% faster). The N1 chip and Thread support builds the apple ecosystem for centered smart home out of the box.
iPad Pro M5 Accessories: Elevate Your Setup
Use the iPad Pro M5 with the newest Apple accessories to get a laptop-like experience:
Apple Pencil Pro (RM549): Detection hover, gestures squeeze, and roll barrel for drawing precision – perfect for drawing in Procreate or PDF annotations.
Apple Pencil (RM349): Affordable precision for everyday note-taking.
Magic Keyboard (RM1,599): Backlit keys, large haptic trackpad, and function row transform it into a portable workstation.
These accessories attach magnetically and charge wirelessly, making the iPad even more adaptable for hybrid work.
iPad Pro M5 Price in Malaysia: Full Breakdown
Priced competitively for its premium features, the iPad Pro M5 starts at RM4,499 for the 11-inch Wi-Fi model. Cellular variants add RM900 across the board, and nano-texture glass tacks on RM400 for eligible storage tiers. Education pricing offers discounts: 11-inch from RM4,099 and 13-inch from
RM5,399.
Here’s a complete pricing table for all configurations in Malaysia (inclusive of 6% SST):
| Model Size | Storage | Wi-Fi (RM) | Wi-Fi + 5G (RM) | Nano-Texture Option (RM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11-inch | 256GB | 4,499 | 5,399 | N/A |
| 11-inch | 512GB | 5,399 | 6,299 | N/A |
| 11-inch | 1TB | 7,199 | 8,099 | +400 |
| 11-inch | 2TB | 8,999 | 9,899 | +400 |
| 13-inch | 256GB | 5,799 | 6,699 | N/A |
| 13-inch | 512GB | 6,699 | 7,599 | N/A |
| 13-inch | 1TB | 8,499 | 9,399 | +400 |
| 13-inch | 2TB | 10,299 | 11,199 | +400 |
Trade-in deals can save up to RM5,325 on your new iPad Pro M5, depending on your old device’s condition. Financing options via Apple Card or partners start at RM187.46/month for the base model.
Availability and Where to Buy iPad Pro M5 in Malaysia
As of November 2025, you can find the iPad Pro M5 in Malaysia. It was launched in October 2025 and you could pre-order it starting October 16.
You can visit any of the Apple Stores in Malaysia, which are Pavilion KL, TRX and Mid Valley Megamall, to check it out in person. It is also available on apple.com/my and you can choose home delivery or in-store pickup.
Most iPad Pro M5 are available at any of the authorized resellers which include Machines, Switch, and senQ. It is also available at any of the Telco partners which include Maxis, CelcomDigi, and U Mobile.
If you want AppleCare+ it is RM699 for the 11 inch and RM799 for the 13 inch Pro. It is also RM799 for the 13 inch Pro. You can check for available stock in real time using the Apple Store app.
Why the iPad Pro M5 is a Must-Have in 2025
The iPad Pro M5 does a range of tasks from boosting professional workflows in Final Cut Pro to playing lightweight games with ray-traced graphics. It also does a great job of blurring the line between a tablet and a high-end workstation. The iPad Pro M5 is ideal for creators in Malaysia, whether in graphics, AR, VR, or other OLED screen and M5 enabled multitasking graphics. Those upgrading from M4 or older models will especially notice leaps in performance due to advances in AI, battery efficiency and other features.
