iPad Pro Refurbished M1 iPad Pro or new M2?

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

My mom's old iPad is dying. She has an old 2nd gen iPad Air and it's overheating like crazy just running any game and the battery life is nonexistent. So I wanna get her an iPad Pro that will last her a lot longer.

I can't decide if I should get her a refurb M1 iPad Pro or a new M2 iPad Pro. Is there any significant differences?

 

[StumpyBloke]

Absolutely no significant differences whatsoever. Yes the M2 is more powerful but the M1 variant is obscenely powerful in its own right. The M2 supports a bit of extra functionality with the Stylus pen but for 99% of people that’s irrelevant. So get what bests suits your budget. I guarantee the M1 is more than capable.

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

Absolutely no significant differences whatsoever. Yes the M2 is more powerful but the M1 variant is obscenely powerful in its own right. The M2 supports a bit of extra functionality with the Stylus pen but for 99% of people that’s irrelevant. So get what bests suits your budget. I guarantee the M1 is more than capable.

Well that was easy lmao. And ordered. Thank you

 

[StumpyBloke]

No worries. I’ve got the M1 iPP and it’s an incredible piece of kit. Enjoy.

 

[LeeW]

I still have a 10.5" iPad Pro lying around and it's still overpowered for what an iPad is generally capable of.

 

[Surfsalot]

So when they bring out the m3 people stlll going to recommend the m1 lol

 

[StumpyBloke]

So when they bring out the m3 people stlll going to recommend the m1 lol

Yes of course for most people, why not?

 

[LeeW]

So when they bring out the m3 people stlll going to recommend the m1 lol

Just because the M3 iPad becomes available it doesn't mean you need it, You may want it and that's fine. Will the M1 be any less capable at that point? Absolutely not. FOMO is really what it comes down to for most.

 

[ipos]

M1 chip can last for how many more years before it is no longer supported by apple?

 

[JD2015]

M1 chip can last for how many more years before it is no longer supported by apple?

i would think 5-8 years. My 2018 ipp is still supported with iPad os 17 for example.

 

[JPack]

M1 and M2 models have similar performance and the same amount of RAM. With the M3 models, that might change.

 

[Spaceboi Scaphandre]

So when they bring out the m3 people stlll going to recommend the m1 lol

I probably won't. M1 was too good. I'd need significant differences to warrant getting M3 over M1. Hell I probably won't get a new Macbook Pro until M4.

 

[zach-coleman]

I think the only real reasons to care for M2 iPad Pros are wifi future proofing (6E), apple pencil hover, and apple card financing. If none of these affect you, I see no reason to go for the M2.

 

[ipos]

using ipp 12.9" (3rd gen) since 2018. would u guys recommend to get a refurbished 12.9" M1 ipp or get the 12.9" M2 ipp for future proof?

 

[SigmundJake229]

using ipp 12.9" (3rd gen) since 2018. would u guys recommend to get a refurbished 12.9" M1 ipp or get the 12.9" M2 ipp for future proof?

Like you, my IPP is old (2017). I am awaiting to see what Amazon Prime days brings before I order. Unless the M2 is significantly discounted, I’m going to Apple and order a refurbished M1 IPP. Amazon’s refurbished units only come with 3 month warranty and a “80% battery guarantee”. Apple provides a new battery, case and 12 month warranty. For 20-30 dollar difference, I’d prefer the better warranty and a new battery. Good luck with your purchase!

 

[HDFan]

Absolutely no significant differences whatsoever.

M2 versions support WiFi 6E which can be 2x faster than previous models. Game changer for me.

 

[ct2k7]

M2 versions support WiFi 6E which can be 2x faster than previous models. Game changer for me.

Most people likely don’t have 6e compatible APs. Moreover, 2x is in very ideal conditions.

 

[StumpyBloke]

M2 versions support WiFi 6E which can be 2x faster than previous models. Game changer for me.

That’s good for you, no sarcasm intended, but for 99.9% of people, having speeds of that level will make precisely zero difference. And I would genuinely question how those speeds benefit you to be called a game changer? I'm honestly interested.

 

[danb1979]

I’ve just upgraded my standard 2018 iPad with the M2 11” iPad Pro & it’s night and day!

Superb size and screen

Fitted an ESR screen protector as soon as I unboxed it & it’s in a leather style folio case (hate the case with built in pencil holder when I’ll never use one)…

Really impressed so far 👍🏼👌🏼

 

[Andeddu]

I’d go with the new M1 also as you’ll want the full warranty along with 100% battery life.

 

[HDFan]

And I would genuinely question how those speeds benefit you to be called a game changer?

I primarily use my iPads for media consumption. With those speeds there is virtually no lag, as if the content were already stored in memory. Off topic on my Mac that means that the time for large downloads, such as OS upgrades, could be cut almost in half if the website supports those speeds. Unfortunately most do not.