IMHO, u rather get iPad Pro 10.5" as it has better sound speakers (sound blasting as if it's from d screen) and also buttery smooth display (thanks to ProMotion technology @ 120Hz) - perfect for drawings.

Performance wise, i comparing both Pro 10.5 n Air, i c no difference in gaming n video/image processing apps... A10X processor still performing well and can last even longer with newer iOS releases.

As of overall media / productivity consumption device, iPad Pro 10.5" still better option if u can find second hand one, or better newly minted device in the wild, that is...

This post has been edited by willi_chs: Apr 22 2019, 08:55 AM

Great thing about iOS is that it supports older devices way back as old as 4 to 5 years old. Since iOS 12 support 64-bit devices, the supported devices will sure last long as many years as possible.

I don't feel any hiccups on iPad Pro 10.5" i owned, feel much better experience for me (P.S. I still wan Touch ID on iPad for my conveniences)