Which processor?
The chips in the latest iPads are as powerful as those in desktop Macs
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro boasts the M1 processor, making it a great choice for graphics work.
T he CPU – central processing unit – is the heart of any computing device, providing the speed and power that it needs to perform a variety of tasks. For many years, the iPad was limited in power compared to the various desktop and laptop Macs, as the iPad’s compact design simply couldn’t handle the powerhungry Intel processors used in the Mac range, or the heat generated by those powerful processors either.