iPad Air 13 M3 vs iPad Pro 13 Inch M4

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 27 by Billy G.

iPad Air 13 M3
iPad Air 13 M3
iPad Pro 13 Inch M4
iPad Pro 13 Inch M4
Verified Confidence: 85%

Verdict: iPad Pro 13 Inch M4 wins with higher scores across performance, features, and design due to its M4 chip and Tandem OLED 120Hz display versus the M3 and 60Hz Liquid Retina on the Air. The Pro excels for creative professionals needing precision and speed while the Air suffices for casual use at lower cost. Real-world reviews from RTINGS and Notebookcheck highlight the Pro's superior color accuracy and responsiveness.

Winner: iPad Pro 13 Inch M4

iPad Air 13 M3: 6.5/10

iPad Pro 13 Inch M4: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

iPad Air 13 M3iPad Pro 13 Inch M4
chipApple M3Apple M4
display13-inch Liquid Retina13-inch Tandem OLED
ram8GB8GB
weight1.35 lbs1.28 lbs

iPad Air 13 M3

What works

  • Lower price point than Pro models
  • Sufficient for media consumption and light productivity
  • Lighter than many 13-inch tablets

What doesn't

  • 60Hz refresh rate limits smoothness
  • No ProMotion or advanced display tech

iPad Pro 13 Inch M4

What works

  • Superior 120Hz Tandem OLED display
  • Faster M4 performance for demanding tasks

Bottom line

Our pick: iPad Pro 13 Inch M4.

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