Apple

Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4

A entry-level tablet for everyday users and creators, leading with 11 in.

43/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
11 inApple M48 GBLiquid RetinaP3Stereo speakers
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Why we rate it

  • HDR support
  • Anti-reflective coating
  • Fast charging
  • Above-average rear camera
  • Below-average refresh
Score profile

Where the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 wins and loses

Scored against the tablets class
DisplayComputeBatteryCamerasInputConnectivity594261767777
Display
59
Compute
42
Battery
61
Cameras
76
Input and biometrics
77
Connectivity
77
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size11 "
Refresh60 Hz
Panel typeLiquid Retina
Peak brightness600 nits
HDR supportYes
Anti-reflective coatingYes
DCI-P3 coverageP3

Compute

ChipsetApple M4
RAM8 GB
Storage256 GB

Battery

Battery life10 hours
Fast chargingYes

Cameras

Rear camera12 MP
Front camera12 MP
Rear 4K videoYes

Input and biometrics

Active stylus supportYes
Magnetic keyboard accessoryYes
Fingerprint readerYes

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 7Yes

Design

Weight462 g
Thickness6.1 mm
USB-C ports1
SpeakersStereo speakers

Software

Operating systemiPadOS

Release

Announced2024

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Head to head

Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 vs Apple Apple iPad Air 13-inch M3

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayComputeBatteryCamerasInputConnectivity
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4Apple iPad Air 13-inch M3
 AppleApple iPad Air 11-inch M4This pageAppleApple iPad Air 13-inch M3
Overall score43 /10044 /100Better
Size11 "13 "
ChipsetApple M4Apple M3
RAM8 GB8 GB
Storage256 GBBetter128 GB
Battery hours10 hours10 hours
Who it's for

Is the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable tablet for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier tablet is the better call.

Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 43/100 against other tablets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 59.

What stands out on the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4?

Its hdr support stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Apple iPad Air 13-inch M3?

The Apple iPad Air 13-inch M3 scores 44/100 versus this one at 43/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.