The iPad Air M4 combines a faster chipset, more memory, and a bright display in one lightweight package. Here are the standout features and what they mean for you:
- Apple M4 chip with an 8-core CPU and a 9-core GPU: Handles video editing, large photo libraries, and graphics-heavy games noticeably faster than the previous generation.
- 12GB of unified memory: Makes multitasking with several heavy apps open at once feel smoother, especially when using Stage Manager on an external display.
- Liquid Retina display, available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes: Delivers accurate colours through P3 wide colour and True Tone, suited to photo editing and everyday reading.
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 connectivity: Gives you faster, more stable wireless speeds when paired with a compatible router.
- 12MP rear camera and 12MP front camera with Center Stage: Captures clear photos and keeps you framed automatically during video calls.
- Support for Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard: Lets you take notes, sketch, and type with a laptop-style experience, using accessories sold separately.
Here is a closer look at the core specifications:
| Specification | Detail |
| Display (11-inch) | Liquid Retina, 2360 x 1640 pixels, 264 ppi, 500 nits, 60 Hz |
| Display (13-inch) | Liquid Retina, 2732 x 2048 pixels, 264 ppi, 600 nits, 60 Hz |
| Chipset | Apple M4, 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 12GB unified memory |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB |
| Rear camera | 12MP wide, f/1.8, 4K video |
| Front camera | 12MP ultrawide with Center Stage |
| Weight | 464 g (11-inch, Wi-Fi), 617 g (13-inch, Wi-Fi) |