The iPad Air 13-inch is a higher-performance device with a larger screen and more advanced features, making it suitable for users who need more power and screen real estate. The iPad 10th generation is a more affordable option suitable for everyday use.
| Attribute | iPad Air 13 inch | iPad 10th generation |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size and Technology | 13-inch Liquid Retina display with LED-backlit Multi-Touch display and IPS technology | 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with IPS technology (10.86 inches diagonally when measured as a rectangle) |
| Display Resolution and Pixel Density | 2732-by-2048-pixel resolution at 264 ppi | 2360 x 1640 pixels at 264 ppi |
| Processor | M3 Chip: 8-core CPU (4 performance, 4 efficiency), 9-core GPU, Hardware-accelerated ray tracing, 16-core Neural Engine (available in the 2025 model). M2 Chip: 8-core CPU (4 performance, 4 efficiency), 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine (available in the 2024 model) | A14 Bionic chip with a 6-core CPU, 4-core graphics, and a 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB LPDDR4X SDRAM |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 64GB or 256GB |
| Battery Life | Around 10 hours of typical use | Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video (up to 9 hours on cellular data) |
| Front and Rear Camera Resolution | Front: Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide camera with Center Stage. Rear: 12MP Wide camera | 12MP Wide camera (rear), ", ", 1.8 aperture. 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, ", ", 2.4 aperture |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.3, Optional 5G cellular | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.2. Cellular models support 5G (sub-6 GHz) |
| Ports | USB-C | USB-C port with support for charging, DisplayPort, and USB 2.0 (up to 480 Mb/s) |
| Operating System | iPadOS 17 (initially), upgradable to iPadOS 18 | iPadOS 16, upgradable to iPadOS 18.5 |
| Apple Pencil Compatibility | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) | Supports Apple Pencil (1st generation) (using a USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter) and Apple Pencil (USB-C) |
| Weight and Dimensions | Wi-Fi models: 617g (1.36 lbs). Wi-Fi + Cellular models: 618g (1.36 lbs). Dimensions: 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1 mm (11.04 x 8.46 x 0.24 inches) | Wi-Fi models: 9.79 inches (248.6 mm) x 7.07 inches (179.5 mm) x 0.28 inch (7 mm), 1.05 pounds (477 grams). Wi-Fi + Cellular models: 9.79 inches (248.6 mm) x 7.07 inches (179.5 mm) x 0.28 inch (7 mm), 1.06 pounds (481 grams). Display has 500 nits of brightness and True Tone technology. |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Ratings | Not available | Overall performance is good for everyday use and graphically intensive games. |