iPad Pro and Mac with M5: Should You Really Upgrade Your Apple Silicon?

Apple unveiled the new M5 chip, boosting iPad Pro and Mac performance with better graphics and AI. But do all users need to upgrade, or can devices with M1, M2, M3, or M4 still perform well? Here’s what you should consider.

What the M5 Chip Offers?

The M5 delivers notable improvements in GPU and Neural Engine:

• Up to 45% more graphics performance than M4.

• Third-generation ray tracing for realistic graphics.

• Faster AI processing, ideal for Siri, creative apps, and video editing.

• Higher memory bandwidth and advanced multimedia engine.

  
  

These upgrades are especially useful for those needing maximum power for design, gaming, or advanced AI tasks.

Should You Upgrade Your Mac or iPad to M5?

It depends on your usage:

Not urgent if:

• Your M1, M2, M3, or M4 Mac runs smoothly for daily apps.

• You mainly use productivity apps, web browsing, email, or light editing.

• You don’t need advanced AI or top-tier graphics.

  
  

Worth upgrading if:

• You work with 4K/8K video editing, 3D modeling, or professional design.

• You use apps benefiting from advanced AI, like image generation or large dataset processing.

• You want maximum graphics and speed for demanding tasks and gaming.

Most Apple Silicon devices still offer excellent performance, so upgrading isn’t always necessary.

iPad Pro M5: Specific Advantages

The iPad Pro M5 also brings enhanced graphics and AI. However, for reading, streaming, social media, or light productivity, older M1, M2, or M3 models remain highly capable.For professional content creation or AI-intensive apps, the M5 makes a significant difference.

At iProX, we help keep your Mac or iPad in peak condition, whether it’s M1, M2, M3, M4, or M5. Before deciding to upgrade, trust our certified team for diagnostics, battery, screen, and performance maintenance, ensuring your Apple device stays at its best.