Apple iPad Air 13" M3 (128GB) Overview
Redesigned for power and portability, the Apple iPad Air 13" now features the advanced M3 chip and support for Apple Intelligence. The M3 brings Apple’s latest graphics architecture to the iPad Air for the first time—enabling ray tracing, dynamic caching, and hardware-accelerated mesh shading. With 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, a lightweight build, all-day battery life, and a stunning 13" Liquid Retina display, this iPad is ready for creative and professional tasks on the go. It’s also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), and Magic Keyboard for a complete mobile workstation.
Preloaded with iPadOS, the iPad Air supports the latest features and software updates via Settings.
Powerful Apple M3 Chip
The M3 chip delivers a major leap in performance, giving users the flexibility to handle creative workflows, multitask seamlessly, and work from anywhere.
- 8-core CPU delivers up to 35% faster multithreaded performance than the M1
- 9-core GPU offers up to 40% improved graphics performance for demanding tasks
- Ideal for content creators, students, and professionals working in advanced apps
Next-Gen Graphics Performance
Experience console-class visuals and pro-level rendering right on your iPad:
- Dynamic Caching allocates memory intelligently for each task, boosting GPU efficiency
- Ray tracing and hardware-accelerated mesh shading enable ultra-realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections
- Up to 4x faster graphics than M1, perfect for design, 3D work, and immersive gaming
13" Liquid Retina Display
Larger and more vibrant than ever, the display offers an expansive creative canvas:
- 2732 x 2048 resolution with P3 wide color for vivid, accurate visuals
- 600 nits brightness, True Tone, and anti-reflective coating for optimal viewing
- Supports Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) for precise drawing and markup
Built for Apple Intelligence
The iPad Air is ready for Apple Intelligence—Apple’s new personal AI system designed to help you write, create, and communicate:
- Image Wand: Convert sketches into polished images instantly
- Image Playground: Generate custom visuals based on ideas, concepts, or people from your photo library
- Writing Tools: Rewrite, summarize, or proofread your content with ease
- Clean Up: Remove unwanted objects from photos with a single tap
All Apple Intelligence features are designed with on-device privacy and security in mind.
High-Quality Cameras
- 12MP Ultra-Wide front camera (landscape orientation) with Center Stage for smarter framing during calls
- 12MP rear camera for capturing vibrant photos and detailed 4K videos
- Use the rear camera to scan documents and annotate with Apple Pencil
Fast Wireless & Audio Technology
- Wi-Fi 6E delivers up to 2x faster connectivity compared to previous generations
- Bluetooth 5.3 for low-latency audio and support for Bluetooth LE accessories
- Dual studio-quality microphones and landscape stereo speakers provide crystal-clear sound
Versatile USB-C Port
- Connect to external displays, docks, drives, and cameras with ease
- Supports data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s for fast file access
Sustainable by Design
Apple engineered the iPad Air to reduce its environmental impact using:
- 100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure
- 100% recycled cobalt, gold, copper, rare earth elements, and tin in key components
- Over 95% recycled lithium in the battery
- 15% recycled glass in the display and 20%+ recycled plastics in multiple components
- 100% fiber-based packaging with 39% recycled content