Apple iPad Air M1 vs Apple iPad Air M1

Tie wins — This is a comparison of the identical Apple iPad Air M1 against itself, resulting in a complete tie across all metrics

Scores: Apple iPad Air M1 7/10 · Apple iPad Air M1 7/10

This is a comparison of the identical Apple iPad Air M1 against itself, resulting in a complete tie across all metrics. The M1 chip with 8-core CPU/GPU, 8GB RAM, and 10.9-inch display are the same per the grounded facts. Both carry the 2022-03 release date and $599 MSRP with discontinued status.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Apple iPad Air M1Apple iPad Air M1
display10.9-inch Liquid Retina10.9-inch Liquid Retina
chipApple M1Apple M1
ram8GB8GB
storage_options64GB or 256GB64GB or 256GB

Apple iPad Air M1

What works

  • 8-core GPU delivers smooth graphics performance
  • 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage
  • USB-C port supports fast data transfer

What doesn't

  • Discontinued with no official updates
  • Only 64GB base storage option

Apple iPad Air M1

What works

  • 8-core GPU delivers smooth graphics performance
  • 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage
  • USB-C port supports fast data transfer

What doesn't

  • Discontinued with no official updates
  • Only 64GB base storage option

Bottom line

Our pick: Apple iPad Air M1. It edges out the alternative on 8-core gpu delivers smooth graphics performance. That said, Apple iPad Air M1 still wins on 8-core gpu delivers smooth graphics performance — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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