Professional workflows are made easier with its high-quality display, incredible processor, and long battery life. There’s no denying that the iPad Pro is an impressive gadget. As soon as the Pro made its debut, the discussion turned to the dwindling role of personal computers in the workplace. Now it’s the humble gaming laptop’s turn.
In spite of Stadia’s end, there are enough services available to provide the same gaming experience as a desktop PC through a smaller screen – and the iPad Pro is one of the most popular iOS gaming tablets available.
That kind of power doesn’t come cheap. A report claimed that the cheapest 11-inch iPad Pro was only equipped with 128GB of storage. You can pick up an RTX 3050 laptop for that kind of cash (or an RTX 3060 rig at a push), with an i7 processor and 512GB SSD. Once you start looking at 12.9-inch models, you’re already in the realm of a mid-range or high-end PC anyway.
This isn’t just a gaming device you’re buying, though. After all, it’s logical to bundle everything into one iPad anyway, rather than spend that money twice. You’ll have to sacrifice along the way, but if you’re the right kind of player, it might just work out.
Gaming specs for the iPad Pro
With Apple’s focus on fast displays and the raw power of its M2 processor, the iPad Pro has come a long way in its lifetime. It has never been more popular to play games on an iPad. Furthermore, external mobile gaming controllers are supported as well, as are the popular Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 controllers, too. With the iPad Pro’s USB-C connection, you’ll have no trouble casting your gameplay to a large screen when you’re not out and about, and its battery life will last you a solid amount of time.
The iPad Pro offers gaming services
An iPad Pro can be used for three main types of gaming: NVIDIA GeForce Now, Apple Arcade, and Xbox Game Pass. While all offer additional costs for the pleasure of playing on your own device, Game Pass streaming is likely the most cost-effective option for most players. It is the most effective way to get as close to the full PC experience as possible, but it is also the most expensive.
It is possible to use the iPad Pro as a replacement for a gaming laptop, but the games available through Game Pass and GeForce Now are limited, and the price is higher (once subscriptions are included). The option to emulate PC gaming is certainly possible if your library supports GeForce Now (and your WiFi connection is strong enough to keep it running). It is, however, quite expensive.
Clearly, an iPad Pro cannot replace a high-end system. This is an excellent option if you’re looking for an everyday device for a few Triple-A releases while still serving as a browsing and productivity companion on a daily basis. However, if you’re choosing between two devices, it certainly offers a lot.
