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Dell Venue 8 Pro vs Apple iPad Pro 10.5 Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
Dell Venue 8 Pro
Dell
Dell Venue 8 Pro
7.6 / 10
Compass Score
From 10 critic reviews
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Apple iPad Pro 10.5
Apple
Apple iPad Pro 10.5
8.8 / 10
Compass Score
From 46 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Venue 8 Pro

+
Good
+ Compact size and thin profile
+ Decent overall specs and battery life
+ Affordable price
−
Not
− Lacks pre-packaged accessories
− Screen resolution could be higher
− Non-standard Windows button placement

iPad Pro 10.5

+
Good
+ Great build quality
+ Stunning screen
+ Blazing performance
+ Great battery life
−
Not
− No microSD support
− Price
Spec data

How they compare

Venue 8 Pro
iPad Pro 10.5
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
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OS
Windows
OS
iOS
Processor
Intel Atom Z3740D Quad core
Processor
Apple A10X Hexa core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
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Weight
395g (13.9 oz)
Weight
469g (16.5 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Venue 8 Pro
0.9" × 0.5"
iPad Pro 10.5
9.8" × 6.8"
Thickness · to scale
Venue 8 Pro
0"
iPad Pro 10.5
0.2"
Height
0.9" (21.6 mm)
Height
9.8" (249 mm)
Width
0.5" (13 mm)
Width
6.8" (173 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
Depth
0.2" (6 mm)
Weight
395g (13.9 oz)
Weight
469g (16.5 oz)
Screen
8"
Screen
10.5"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Venue 8 Pro vs iPad Pro 10.5: FAQ

Which is better, the Venue 8 Pro or iPad Pro 10.5?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPad Pro 10.5 earns a Compass Score of 8.8 compared to 7.6 for the Venue 8 Pro. That 1.2-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated April 2026. Suggest a correction →