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Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

Name: Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)
Brand: Apple

The Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Apple M2 that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, backed by a large 9,705 mAh battery for multi-day use (2024).

2024 · Mid-range · iPadOS 17.5.1

Overall

Performance

Display

C+

Battery

Camera

Charging

ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.

⚡ Quick Specs

Size13" · 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1 mm (11.05 x 8.46 x 0.24 in)

ChipsetApple M2

RAM8GB

Storage128GB | 1TB | 256GB | 512GB

Main Camera12 MP · HDR

⚖️ Compare With

✓︎ Pros

✓Exceptional 9,705 mAh battery — lasts 2+ days with typical use

✓Fast, responsive Apple M2 for everyday tasks and gaming

✓8GB of RAM — sufficient for smooth multitasking

✓13" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles

✓5G capable for fast cellular data

⊗ Cons

✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts

✗Heavy at 617g — noticeable in pocket over long periods

✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio

⚠️ Not ideal for

Photography

ℹ️ Overview

Status

Available

Announced

2024, May 07

Also Known As

Also known as Apple iPad Air 13‑inch (M2)Wi-Fi + Cellular & GPS: A2899 (Global); A2900 (China)Wi-Fi only, w/o GPS: A2898

⚙️ Performance

Chipset

Apple M2

Flagship performance tier — top of the line

CPU

Octa-core (4x3.46 GHz performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)

GPU

Apple GPU (9-core graphics)

iPadOS 17.5.1, upgradable to iPadOS 26.4

RAM

8GB

Smooth for most users

Storage

128GB | 1TB | 256GB | 512GB

Memory Card

💻 Display

Size

13"

Resolution

2048×2732

Sharpness

264 ppi

Pixels visible at normal viewing distance

Panel

Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 600 nits (typ)

IPS: accurate colours, good brightness

Protection

Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating

📷 Camera

Main Camera

12 MP

Capable for everyday photos

Main Video

4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS

Main Camera Features

HDR

Selfie

12 MP

Selfie Video

1080p@25/30/60fps; gyro-EIS

Selfie Features

HDR

🔋 Battery

Capacity

9,705 mAh

Excellent endurance — easily lasts a full day

Type

Li-Po 9705 mAh (36.59 Wh)

Charging

45W wired

📱 Design & Build

Weight

617g

On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket

Dimensions

280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1 mm (11.05 x 8.46 x 0.24 in)

Build

Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame

SIM

eSIM (cellular model only)

Colors

Space Gray, Starlight, Purple, Blue

Sensors

Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer

📶 Network

Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Speed

HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only

2G Bands

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G Bands

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100

📡 Connectivity

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot

Bluetooth

5.3, A2DP, LE

NFC

GPS

GPS, GLONASS (5G model only)

USB

USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector

🔊 Sound

3.5mm Jack

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

Radio

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) supports 5G connectivity.

Yes, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) supports eSIM.

No, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) does not have NFC.

No, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) charges via cable only — no wireless charging.

Yes, up to 45W (45W wired).

No, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) does not support a memory card.

The Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) SIM configuration: eSIM (cellular model only).

No, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Yes, the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) has stereo speakers.

The Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) uses USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector.

The Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot.

The Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) has 5.3, A2DP, LE.

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024)

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