The Apple A5 is a system-on-a-chip (SoC) designed by Apple Inc. and was first introduced in 2010. It features a dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor, which allows for improved performance and efficiency compared to its predecessor, the A4. The A5 is commonly found in devices like the iPad 2 and the iPhone 4S. In addition to its processing capabilities, the A5 includes a PowerVR SGX543MP2 graphics processor, enhancing the visual experience for gaming and multimedia applications. This chip marked a significant step forward in mobile computing, enabling smoother graphics and faster app performance in compatible devices.