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A14 Bionic Chip, which is also powering the iPhone 12 lineup this year. We’d still have to see real-life tests from both devices to see if the iPad Air is faster than the iPad Pro, but at least on paper, the iPad Air’s performance should on par with the iPad Pro’s, if not better. If you’re looking for better performance or having the latest chip from Apple, the iPad Air is the way to go. Accessories There are countless accessories for all iPad models available. However, we’ll focus on two of the most important ones. First, Apple Pencil. Both the iPad Pro and the iPad Air support the second-generation Apple Pencil. All the other iPad models only support the first-generation Apple Pencil, which, if you remember, was a great product, until you needed to charge it. If you’re a creative person, or you just want to take hand-written notes on your iPad, now you can use the best Apple Pencil available without having to buy the more expensive iPad Pro. The other accessory is the brand new iPad Magic Keyboard. Apple released a new Bluetooth keyboard with a trackpad and backlit keys that is available for the current-generation and the last-generation iPad Pro models. But now, because of its size and dimensions, the Magic Keyboard also works with the 2020 iPad Air. This really changes things for people who are looking for a tablet that can be used as a laptop. Neither the Apple Pencil nor the Magic Keyboard are cheap accessories. But now, people who are on a budget can take advantage of both tools for work without spending as much money as before. 2020 iPad Pro vs. 2020 iPad Air: Which Should You Get? I believe that because of the accessories it supports, the more powerful A14 Bionic chip, and of course the price, the 2020 iPad Air is the best option to buy right now. There are a few compromises, including the cameras and the display, but these are minor factors that won’t affect the overall experience of the iPad Air. Despite them, it’s still the best iPad for your money. You’ll get a powerful device with the latest Apple chip available and access to a wide variety of accessories to turn your regular iPad Air into a professional device for business, school, or your everyday life. That being said, if you still think you need or want to get an iPad Pro, I’d suggest that you wait a little longer. There have been rumors that Apple is already working on the next iPad Pro with upgrades. And whether the rumors are accurate or not (they are), it is true that Apple needs to make some big changes to the iPad Pro lineup if it wants to compete with, well, itself.