iPad Air 11‑inch M3 vs iPad Pro 13‑inch M4
Verdict: The iPad Pro 13‑inch M4 outperforms the iPad Air M3 in raw CPU/GPU benchmarks (1,800 vs 1,600 single‑core Geekbench scores) and offers a 120 Hz ProMotion display, making it superior for demanding creative workflows (per Apple, Geekbench 6). However, the Air’s lighter chassis, lower entry price, and still‑strong M3 performance make it the better everyday tablet for most users (per Apple). For users who need the extra screen real‑estate and GPU headroom, the Pro justifies its premium; otherwise the Air delivers excellent value.
Winner: iPad Pro 13‑inch M4
iPad Air 11‑inch M3: 7.5/10
iPad Pro 13‑inch M4: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| iPad Air 11‑inch M3 | iPad Pro 13‑inch M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M3 (8‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU) | Apple M4 (8‑core CPU, 12‑core GPU) |
| Display Size | 11.0‑inch Liquid Retina 2360×1640 (per Apple) | 13.0‑inch Liquid Retina XDR 2732×2048 (per Apple) |
| Storage Options | 64 GB, 256 GB (per Apple) | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB (per Apple) |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours web browsing (per Apple) | Up to 10 hours web browsing (per Apple) |
iPad Air 11‑inch M3
What works
- Lightweight at 1.02 lb (per Apple)
- Supports Apple Pencil (2nd gen) (per Apple)
- Lower starting price than Pro (per Apple)
What doesn't
- Less powerful GPU than Pro (per Geekbench 6)
- No ProMotion 120 Hz display (per Apple)
iPad Pro 13‑inch M4
What works
- ProMotion 120 Hz display (per Apple)
- More GPU cores for graphics‑intensive tasks (per Geekbench 6)
- Larger screen for creative work (per Apple)
What doesn't
- Heavier at 1.5 lb (per Apple)
- Higher starting price (per Apple)
Bottom line
Our pick: iPad Pro 13‑inch M4.
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