Apple iPad Air (5th generation)

System: iPadOS
Screen: 10.9" IPS LCD
Chip: Apple M1
RAM: 8 GB
Storage: 64 GB
Battery: 28.6 Wh
Pen: Sold separately
Cellular: 5G option
Weight: 461 g

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Apple iPad Air (5th generation) at a glance

Screen

Mid-size screen

The all-round size: light enough to carry, big enough for split screen.
Performance

Flagship-class chip

Fast enough for heavy multitasking, pro apps and demanding games.
Memory

Plenty of RAM

Apps stay open in the background without reloading.
Pen & keyboard

Works with a pen

The pen is sold separately. A keyboard cover clicks on for typing.
Connectivity

5G option

A cellular version gets online away from Wi-Fi with its own data plan.
Build

Easy to carry

Comfortable to hold on the sofa or in a bag.

Apple iPad Air (5th generation) full specifications

Overview

Brand	Apple
Model	iPad Air (5th generation)
Series	iPad Air
Generation	5th generation
Colours	Space Gray, Starlight, Pink, Purple, Blue

Software

Runs iPadOS with Apple's App Store and works closely with an iPhone or Mac.

Operating system	iPadOS
AI features	Apple Intelligence

Performance

Fast enough for heavy multitasking, pro apps and demanding games.

Chip	Apple M1
CPU cores	8
CPU layout	4 performance + 4 efficiency
Graphics	8-core GPU
GPU cores	8

Memory & storage

Generous memory for switching between apps.

RAM	8 GB
RAM options	8 GB
Storage	64 GB
Storage options	64 GB / 256 GB

Display

A mid-size screen.

Screen size	10.9 in
Panel	IPS LCD
Display name	Liquid Retina display
Resolution	2360 x 1640
Pixel density	264 ppi
Brightness (typical)	500 nits
HDR formats	Dolby Vision, HDR10
Colour gamut	P3
Fully laminated	Yes
Anti-reflective coating	Yes

Pen & keyboard

Supports a pen, sold separately.

An official keyboard attaches directly, no pairing needed.

Pen	Sold separately
Compatible pens	Apple Pencil (2nd generation), Apple Pencil (USB‑C)
Pen technology	Apple Pencil
Pen storage	Magnetic
Keyboard connection	Smart Connector
Keyboard in the box	No

Battery & charging

A charger comes in the box.

Battery-life claims are the maker's own tests, so treat small differences as a tie.

Battery capacity (Wh)	28.6 Wh
Charger in the box	Yes

Cameras & audio

Rear camera	12 MP
Rear cameras	1
Video recording	4K60
Front camera	12 MP
Auto framing	Center Stage
Dolby Atmos	Yes
Microphones	2

Connectivity

Also sold in a 5G version for data on the go.

Cellular	5G option
SIM	nano-SIM + eSIM
Phone calls	No
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth	5.0
GPS	Cellular models only
USB speed	10 Gbps
Ports	USB-C connector, Smart Connector, Magnetic connector for Apple Pencil
External display	6K60

Size & build

Light enough to hold for long reading or video sessions.

Weight	461 g
Thickness	6.1 mm
Height	247.6 mm
Width	178.5 mm
Body	aluminum
Unlock	Touch ID
Sensors	gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light, compass

In the box & kids

In the box	iPad Air (5th generation), USB‑C Charge Cable (1 meter), 20W USB‑C Power Adapter

Specs compiled from Apple's product pages and datasheets. Manufacturers revise hardware between versions, so check the version on the box. Spotted an error? Tell us.