Apple has integrated its M5 chip into the latest iPad Pro, establishing a new performance baseline for on-device AI computing.
The M5 chip is fabricated on third-generation 3-nanometer technology and combines a 10-core CPU with a 10-core GPU, each GPU core embedding a Neural Accelerator.
The M5’s 16-core Neural Engine and GPU accelerators work together to process AI tasks directly on the device, allowing apps that use Apple’s Core ML or Foundation Models frameworks to automatically take advantage of this hardware.
AI-powered tools like image generators, video upscalers, or automatic background removers can run smoother and faster without relying on cloud services.
For creators, the chip’s third-generation ray tracing improves lighting and reflections, making 3D visuals look more lifelike.
According to Apple, the M5 is up to 1.
Apps that use Apple’s Core ML or Foundation Models frameworks can automatically take advantage of this hardware.
Author summary: Apple's M5 chip boosts iPad Pro's AI performance.