Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation

Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation
Display System
12.9-inch Liquid Retina LED-backlit display
2732-by-2048 resolution with ProMotion technology
Processing Platform
A12X Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture
Embedded M12 coprocessor and Neural Engine
Camera System
12MP rear camera with ƒ/1.8 aperture
7MP TrueDepth front camera with Portrait mode
Power and Battery
36.71-watt-hour rechargeable battery
Up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi web surfing or video playback
Connectivity
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth 5.0
Gigabit-class LTE available on cellular models
Expansion and Sensors
USB-C connector for charging and data
Face ID, three-axis gyro, and accelerometer
Canonical model family
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) is identified by the following model numbers: A1876, A2014, A1895, and A1983.
- Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: Source documentation may reference A2013 in the context of cellular band support tables.
Technical Specifications
The tablet features a 12.9-inch Liquid Retina display with 2732-by-2048 resolution at 264 ppi. It is powered by the A12X Bionic chip and includes a Neural Engine. Storage options range from 64GB to 1TB.
- Display: 12.9-inch LED-backlit Multi-Touch with IPS technology, ProMotion, True Tone, and wide colour (P3).
- Camera: 12MP rear camera with ƒ/1.8 aperture, 5x digital zoom, and Quad-LED True Tone flash.
- Video: 4K recording at 30 or 60 fps, 1080p HD at 30 or 60 fps, and slo-mo support for 1080p at 240 fps.
- Front Camera: 7MP TrueDepth camera with Portrait mode and Portrait Lighting.
- Audio: Four-speaker audio system with five microphones.
- Sensors: Face ID, three-axis gyro, accelerometer, barometer, and ambient light sensor.
Connectivity and Requirements
All models include Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth 5.0. Cellular models add support for Gigabit-class LTE, GPS/GNSS, and Nano-SIM/eSIM functionality.
- Wireless: Simultaneous dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) with MIMO.
- Cellular: UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA and GSM/EDGE support on cellular-enabled models.
- Location: Digital compass and Wi-Fi iBeacon microlocation (plus GPS/GNSS on cellular models).
- Charging: USB-C connector.
Platform & Software
The device runs iPadOS. Face ID is enabled by the TrueDepth camera system, allowing for secure authentication, app purchases, and Apple Pay integration.
- Face ID: Used for unlocking the device, securing personal data, and making payments within apps and on the web.
- Apple Pay: Supported via Face ID.
Design and Dimensions
The tablet features a thin design with a 0.23-inch depth.
- Dimensions: 11.04 inches (280.6 mm) height by 8.46 inches (214.9 mm) width.
- Depth: 0.23 inch (5.9 mm).
- Weight: 1.39 pounds (631 grams) for Wi-Fi models; 1.4 pounds (633 grams) for Wi-Fi + Cellular models.
- Finish: Available in Silver and Space Gray.
In the Box
- iPad Pro
- USB-C Charge Cable (1 metre)
- 18W USB-C Power Adapter
Summary
The Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) is an iPadOS tablet from 2018 with a 12.9-inch Liquid Retina display, A12X Bionic chip, Face ID, USB‑C, and support for Apple Pencil (2nd generation) and Apple Pencil (USB‑C). Apple’s model-identification sources align the family with A1876, A2014, A1895, and A1983.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$999 |