Apple iPad Air 11" (M3, 1TB) Overview
Powered by the M3 chip, the Apple iPad Air 11" delivers exceptional performance and is designed for Apple Intelligence. With advanced graphics features like ray tracing, dynamic caching, and mesh shading brought to iPad Air for the first time, this device elevates your creative and productivity experience.
With 8GB of RAM, a spacious 1TB of storage, and an 11" Liquid Retina Display, the iPad Air is lightweight, portable, and ready for all-day use. It’s compatible with Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), and the Magic Keyboard—giving you powerful tools to create and work from anywhere.
Preloaded with iPadOS, the iPad Air is ready to go right out of the box. Be sure to check your settings for the latest available software update.
Apple M3 Chip Performance
- 8-core CPU delivers up to 35% faster multithreaded performance compared to M1
- 9-core GPU brings up to 40% faster graphics for pro-level apps and gaming
- Ideal for content creators, students, and professionals on the move
Next-Gen Graphics Architecture
For the first time on iPad Air, the M3 brings:
- Dynamic Caching for smarter memory use and higher GPU efficiency
- Hardware-accelerated mesh shading and ray tracing, enabling up to 4x faster performance than M1
- Realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections for immersive 3D visuals and demanding applications
11" Liquid Retina Display
- 2360 x 1640 resolution with P3 wide color gamut
- True Tone, 500 nits brightness, and anti-reflective coating
- Designed for vibrant visuals and comfortable viewing in any environment
- Supports both Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) for seamless interaction
Built for Apple Intelligence
The iPad Air is fully equipped for Apple Intelligence, enabling intuitive and creative tools that work privately on your device:
- Image Wand: Transform sketches into refined illustrations
- Image Playground: Generate visuals from prompts or photo references
- Writing Tools: Rewrite, proofread, and summarize with ease
- Clean Up Tool: Remove background distractions in photos with a tap
All processed on-device with secure privacy—your data stays yours.
Camera System
- 12MP Ultra-Wide front camera (landscape orientation) with Center Stage
- 12MP rear camera captures high-quality photos and 4K video
- Great for video calls, scanning documents, and creative work like photo and video editing
Wireless & Audio Features
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) offers over 2x faster speeds than the previous generation
- Bluetooth 5.3 enables low-latency audio for modern accessories
- Dual studio-quality microphones and landscape stereo speakers for crystal-clear audio capture and playback
USB-C for High-Speed Connectivity
- Connect to external displays, drives, docks, cameras, and more
- Up to 10 Gb/s transfer speeds via USB-C
Designed for Sustainability
The iPad Air is engineered with the environment in mind:
- 100% recycled aluminum enclosure
- 100% recycled cobalt and 95%+ recycled lithium in the battery
- 100% recycled copper, gold, rare earth elements, and tin in key components
- 15% recycled glass in the display
- At least 20% recycled plastic across 12 internal parts
- 100% fiber-based packaging with 39% recycled content