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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard 4th Gen vs iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4

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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)

Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)

  • USB-C pass-through charging for iPad.
KSh 35,500In Stock
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iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4

iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4

  • USB-C pass-through charging for iPad.
KSh 43,500In Stock

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Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (2022)KSh 35,500
Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 13‑inch (M4)KSh 53,000
Razer Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHzKSh 36,000
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardKSh 47,500
iPad Pro 13-inch (M4/M5) Magic KeyboardKSh 53,000
Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)KSh 39,500
Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)KSh 37,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard if you want a lower price (KSh 8,000 less).

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard

  • Lower price: KSh 35,500 (vs KSh 43,500).
  • Backlit keyboard.

iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4

No clear advantage over the Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

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PriorityApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic KeyboardiPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
ConnectionsMagnetic attachment to a compatible iPadMagnetic attachment to a compatible iPad

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
BrandAppleApple
ModelMagic Keyboard for 12.9-inch iPad ProMagic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Air
TypeiPad keyboard cover with trackpadiPad keyboard cover with trackpad

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
Connection TypeMagnetic attachment to a compatible iPad; no wireless pairing requiredMagnetic attachment to a compatible iPad; no wireless pairing required

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
Switch TypeScissor mechanismScissor mechanism
Total Travel1mm1mm

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
Charging PortUSB-C pass-through charging for iPad; this port does not transmit dataUSB-C pass-through charging for iPad; this port does not transmit data

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
BacklightingBacklit keys—
Special FeaturesAdjustable floating cantilever design, Multi-Touch trackpad, and front/back protectionAdjustable floating cantilever design, Multi-Touch trackpad, and front/back protection

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Same type: iPad keyboard cover with trackpad.
  • Same connection type: magnetic attachment to a compatible iPad.
  • Same switch type: scissor mechanism.
  • Same total travel: 1mm.
  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 and iPad Air Magic 11" M4 share the main features compared here, so the lower-priced Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 may be enough.

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