Leaked Geekbench scores reveal impressive performance of the new iPad Pro with the M4 chip, surpassing the M3 MacBook Air by 20%. The M4 delivers as promised by Apple, with a 20% increase in single-core performance compared to all M3 chips and over 40% compared to the M2.
Despite its lower starting price of $999, the M4 chip comes in two configurations, affecting multi-core performance slightly. Built on a second-generation 3-nanometer process, the M4 chip benefits from better production yields. While GPU benchmarks are pending, expectations suggest performance comparable to the M3’s GPU.
The M4 signifies a significant leap for Apple Silicon, with anticipation for higher-end variants like the M4 Pro and M4 Max. However, it’s important to consider that synthetic benchmarks may not fully reflect real-world performance, and the limitations of iPadOS and available apps and software remain relevant.
