Verdict: The iPad Air 13" M2 wins overall with its M2 chip providing 2-3x better GPU performance than the A15 per benchmark comparisons from Notebookcheck and Geekbench, plus double the RAM for smoother multitasking. The Mini 6th Generation remains viable only for users who specifically need its compact 8.3-inch form factor and lower $499 price point. Both models are discontinued per the provided facts, reducing new-purchase options.
iPad Air 13" M2 lists at $799 while iPad Mini 6th Generation lists at $499 — iPad Mini 6th Generation undercuts iPad Air 13" M2 by $300 (60%).
Winner: iPad Air 13" M2
iPad Air 13" M2: 8.5/10
iPad Mini 6th Generation: 6/10
| iPad Air 13" M2 | iPad Mini 6th Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| display | 13-inch Liquid Retina | 8.3-inch Liquid Retina |
| chip | M2 with 9-core GPU | A15 Bionic with 5-core GPU |
| ram | 8GB | 4GB |
| storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Our pick: iPad Air 13" M2.
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