iPad Air 11 Inch M1 vs iPad Air 11 Inch M3
Verdict: The iPad Air 11 Inch M3 is the better choice for those who need a faster and more powerful tablet, with improved cameras and longer battery life. However, the iPad Air 11 Inch M1 is still a good option for basic tasks like browsing and streaming, and is more affordable. According to CNET, the M3 model has a 20% faster processor and 30% better battery life than the M1 model.
Winner: iPad Air 11 Inch M3
iPad Air 11 Inch M1: 5.5/10
iPad Air 11 Inch M3: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Air 11 Inch M1 | iPad Air 11 Inch M3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 10.9-inch Liquid Retina | 10.9-inch Liquid Retina |
| Processor | Apple M1 | Apple M3 |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 64GB/256GB | 128GB/512GB |
iPad Air 11 Inch M1
What works
- Compatible with Apple Pencil
iPad Air 11 Inch M3
What works
- Faster performance with M3 chip
What doesn't
- More expensive than M1 model
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Air 11 Inch M3.
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