Apple’s 2024 iPad Air is here with a larger display option and upgraded specs. Here’s how it stacks up against the previous model.
Apple’s new iPad Air is here, complete with two distinct sizes, beefed-up performance, and a tweaked design to help it stand out against the previous model. Apple didn’t go as crazy with its upgrades to the iPad Air as it did with the latest iPad Pro lineup, but that’s easily forgiven considering the new iPad Air looks to be the go-to tablet for most people.
That said, there are reasons to consider your alternatives. Namely, Apple’s previous-generation iPad Air from 2022 is sticking around at various retailers, and its price will meaningfully drop as time progresses. It’s also still a very capable device, even though you won’t hear Apple bragging about it.
So, which iPad Air is right for you: the one from 2024, or the slightly older one from 2022? Let’s find out.
iPad Air (2024)
iPad Air (2022)
Display
10.9-inch or 13-inch Liquid Retina IPS, 60Hz
10.9-inch Liquid Retina IPS, 2360 x 1640, 500 nits, 60Hz
Processor
Apple M2
Apple M1
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
64GB or 256GB
Cameras
12MP rear camera, 12MP webcam (landscape-oriented)
12MP rear camera, 12MP webcam (portrait-oriented)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.0, optional 5G
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, optional 5G
Battery 10 hours of web browsing or video watching on W-Fi
10 hours of web browsing or video watching on Wi-Fi
Apple Pencil support Works with Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Works with Apple Pencil (2nd gen) or Apple Pencil (USB-C)
Colors
Space Gray, Starlight, Purple, Blue
Space Gray, Starlight, Pink, Purple, Blue
Price
Starts at $599 (11-inch) and $799 (13-inch)
Starts at $499
For the first time ever, Apple is offering two different screen sizes for the iPad Air.
