Amazon dropped the new iPad Pro M5 to its best price yet, one of the first headline Apple deals of the season. The 11-inch 256GB model is now $926, a discount of more than $70 and a full 7% off list, an uncharacteristically aggressive markdown on Apple’s top-tier tablet just weeks after its launch.
Apple’s Flagship Tablet at Unbelievable Price
It’s the best offer we’ve seen yet on an M5-generation device this early in its Black Friday trajectory; price trackers including Keepa and Camelcamelcamel agree that it is a new low for this particular configuration at Amazon.
Other storage configurations and finishes are subject to change, but for now the 256GB option is the best value available, particularly for those who don’t want to be at the mercy of last-minute inventory rushes.
Why This Early iPad Pro M5 Discount Matters Now
Apple products rarely get such deep drops early in the season, especially on brand-new releases. Adobe’s holiday shopping reports tend to keep Apple high up on the demand list, which allows retailers to keep margins thin. Against that backdrop, a 7 percent discount on the latest iPad Pro is noteworthy. In previous years, similar iPad Pro models have dangled around small single-digit discounts before Black Friday, with the best cuts reserved for older generations or when bundled.
Predictable delivery windows also matter for shoppers who require the product at a specific time. Stock on hot Apple models gets tight as Black Friday approaches; getting a record low now avoids the “out of stock until next week” shuffle seen during peak hours.
What You Get With the M5 iPad Pro at This Price
Running the show is Apple’s M5 chip, providing pro performance for multitasking and creative workflows. Combine that transition with iPadOS 26’s overhauled interface and updated windowing tools, and the new Pro finally feels more like a miniature workstation — faster jumping between apps, smoother split-screen positioning and making better use of the screen’s real estate.
The 11-inch here is the Ultra Retina XDR and it brings to creative pros what they expect: vibrant P3 wide color, fine-tuned contrast control, ProMotion for ultra-slick scrolling and pen input, and True Tone that matches your environment’s color temperature. It offers compatibility with Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) for sketching or note-taking, and easily clips onto the Magic Keyboard to instantly transform the tablet into something resembling a lightweight laptop.
Who Should Buy This 256GB iPad Pro M5 Configuration
The 256GB option strikes a balance that most people will find serviceable: enough local storage for offline content, RAW photos, multiple pro apps, and a good sum of project cache. If you’re a creator using 4K video or wafting around massive libraries, you may have use for 512GB and up; most digital artists, students and road warriors need no more than 256GB alongside some cloud storage.
If you’re planning on tacking on the Apple Pencil Pro and the Magic Keyboard, be sure to consider those prices in totality, as well. Now, factor in today’s $70+ discount and you’re looking at a nice ass kicker for accessories, which is important because for a lot of us, that comes damn close to putting the hardware itself (or even just the keyboard case) within reach without going over budget.
Black Friday Prep Tips for Snagging the Best Deal
Look out for short price swings by color or storage, too — Amazon is often moving individual configurations up or down a few dollars. If you spot the record-low price on the exact model you want, it’s a good idea to pounce; deals can come and go in waves throughout the week. You can still return if something better comes along.
Trade-in value or enterprise buys: Size up current estimates from Apple and major resellers vs. third-party trade-in programs. IDC estimates that Apple continues to lead in tablet revenues, so it helps to have strong resale value like the iPad’s—and another good reason a rare sale on its latest Pro is worth considering.
Bottom line: If you’ve been waiting for a significant discount on Apple’s latest iPad Pro, this is the lowest price we’ve seen at Amazon. It’s the perfect opportunity to lock in M5 power, the Ultra Retina XDR display and iPadOS 26’s improved multitasking at a truly discounted rate—before the Black Friday mayhem reaches its fever pitch.
