Verdict: The iPad Pro 4th Generation wins on performance and features thanks to its 120 Hz ProMotion display and LiDAR scanner, delivering a smoother creative workflow (Apple 2022; Geekbench 6). However, the iPad Air 6th Generation offers comparable core performance at a $250 lower price, making it the better value for students and casual users (Apple 2024). For professionals who need the extra display fluidity and AR capabilities, the Pro is worth the premium; otherwise, the Air provides most of the same power for less money.
iPad Air 6th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB lists at $749 while iPad Pro 4th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB lists at $999 — iPad Air 6th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB undercuts iPad Pro 4th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB by $250 (33%).
Winner: iPad Pro 4th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB
iPad Air 6th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB: 7/10
iPad Pro 4th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB: 8/10
| iPad Air 6th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB | iPad Pro 4th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple M2 (8‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU) | Apple M2 (8‑core CPU, 10‑core GPU) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Display | 11‑inch Liquid Retina 2360×1640 px, 60 Hz | 11‑inch Liquid Retina 2360×1640 px, 120 Hz ProMotion |
| Battery | Up to 10 h web browsing (per Apple) | Up to 10 h web browsing (per Apple) |
Our pick: iPad Pro 4th Generation 11‑Inch Wi‑Fi 256 GB.
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