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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic vs iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4

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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic Keyboard

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic Keyboard

  • USB-C pass-through charging for iPad.
  • 14-key function row for brightness.
KSh 47,500In 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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Our quick verdict

Choose the iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4 if you want a lower price (KSh 4,000 less).

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic Keyboard

  • Backlit keyboard.

iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4

  • Lower price: KSh 43,500 (vs KSh 47,500).

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PriorityApple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 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 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardiPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
BrandAppleApple
ModelMagic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4/M5)Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Air
TypeiPad keyboard cover with trackpadiPad keyboard cover with trackpad
MaterialAluminum palm rest and machined aluminum hinge—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardiPad 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 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardiPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
Switch TypeScissor mechanismScissor mechanism
Total Travel1mm1mm
Dedicated Multimedia Keys14-key function row for brightness, volume and other controls—

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardiPad 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 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardiPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
BacklightingBacklit keys—
Special FeaturesFloating adjustable hinge, glass trackpad with haptic feedback, and front/back protectionAdjustable floating cantilever design, Multi-Touch trackpad, and front/back protection

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardiPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4
Other Operating SystemsiPad Pro 11-inch (M4 or M5), with iPadOS 17.4 or later—

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

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