Apple iPad Air M4 is now official, bringing Apple’s latest M4 chip to the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air lineup.
Key details:
- Two display sizes: 11-inch and 13-inch IPS LCD panels
- 11-inch model: 500 nits brightness, 465g weight
- 13-inch model: 600 nits brightness, 617g weight
- Both feature anti-reflective coating
- Thickness measures 6.1mm across variants
Performance upgrades center on the M4 chipset.
- M4 chip with 8-core CPU
- 9-core GPU
- 12GB unified memory
- iPadOS 26 out of the box
Connectivity and networking receive a clear bump.
- WiFi 7 support, backward compatible with WiFi 6 and 5
- eSIM support
- C1X modem
- N1 wireless networking chip
- Bluetooth 6.0
Port and expansion support:
- USB-C port with 20W charging
- USB 3 data speeds up to 10Gbps
- External display supports up to 6K at 60Hz
Camera setup remains consistent across sizes.
- 12MP rear camera
- 12MP front camera
- Dual microphones
- Dual stereo speakers
Security and input options:
- Touch ID integrated into the top button
- Support for Apple Pencil Pro
- Support for Apple Pencil USB-C
- Compatible with Magic Keyboard for iPad Air
Pricing starts at:
- 11-inch 128GB WiFi: $599 / ₹64,900
- 11-inch 128GB Cellular: $749 / ₹79,900
- 13-inch 128GB WiFi: $799 / ₹84,900
- 13-inch 128GB Cellular: $949 / ₹99,900
The M4 chip marks the most significant change in this refresh.
It moves the iPad Air closer to Apple’s higher-end tablet performance tier without changing the overall design language.
The 13-inch option also positions the Air as a larger-screen productivity device while keeping weight below many laptop-class machines.
WiFi 7 and updated wireless components suggest Apple is aligning the iPad Air with newer network standards for future-proofing.
External 6K display support expands use cases for creative workflows and desk setups.
This update keeps the iPad Air between entry-level tablets and Pro models, offering more power without introducing new hardware form factors.
What to watch:
- Real-world performance benchmarks of the M4 in iPad Air
- Battery life comparisons between 11-inch and 13-inch models
- Accessory ecosystem updates tied to iPadOS 26