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Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2 vs Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026

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Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2

  • 12.9 inch screen.
  • Apple M2 processor.
  • 8 GB RAM in this version.
  • Runs iPadOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
KSh 112,000Out of Stock
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Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026

Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026

  • 12.9 inch screen.
  • Apple M4 processor.
  • 12 GB RAM in this version.
  • Runs iPadOS.
  • Bluetooth 6 connection.
KSh 113,000Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026 if you want more memory (12 GB RAM), Wi-Fi 7 and a newer model (2026). Choose the Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2 if you prefer Apple M2.

Performance

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2
Apple M2 processor
Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Apple M4 processor

Memory

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2
8 GB RAM in this version
Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
12 GB RAM in this version

Connections

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Bluetooth 6 connection

Weight

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2
617 g
Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
616 g

Processor

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2
Apple M2
Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Apple M4

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2

  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.

Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026

  • More memory: 12 GB RAM (vs 8 GB).
  • Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6E).
  • Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2024).
  • Bluetooth 6 connection.

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PriorityApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Display13-inch display, 264 ppi13-inch display, 264 ppi
PerformanceApple M2 processorApple M4 processor
Memory8 GB RAM12 GB RAM
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per chargeUp to 10 hours per charge
Weight617 g616 g
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 7

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
BrandAppleApple
ModeliPad Air 13-inch (M2, 2024)iPad Air 13-inch (M4, 2026)
Announced20242026
ConnectivityWi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual band; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3; USB: USB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10GbpsNo verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.Mobile network: 5G, Wi-Fi; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2x2 MIMO, dual band; Apple N1 wireless chip; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 6; USB: USB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10GbpsNo verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.
CamerasRear: 12MP wide camera, f/1.8; Front: Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, f/2.0No verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.Rear: 12MP wide camera, f/1.8; Front: Landscape 12MP Center Stage camera, f/2.0No verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Dimensions280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1mm280.6 x 214.9 x 6.1mm
Weight617g (Wi-Fi); 618g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)616g (Wi-Fi); 617g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Display13-inch marketed size; 12.9 inches measured as a rectangle, with less viewable area13-inch marketed size; 12.9 inches measured as a rectangle, with less viewable area
Screen resolution2732 x 2048 pixels at 264ppi2732 x 2048 pixels at 264ppi
Display protectionFingerprint-resistant oleophobic coatingFingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
Display featuresLiquid Retina IPS display; P3 wide colour, True Tone, full lamination and antireflective coating; 600 nits; Apple Pencil Pro / USB-C support and hoverLiquid Retina IPS display; P3 wide colour, True Tone, full lamination and antireflective coating; 600 nits; Apple Pencil Pro / USB-C support and hover

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
ProcessorApple M2Apple M4
CPU8 cores: 4 performance and 4 efficiency cores8 cores: 3 performance and 5 efficiency cores
GPU9-core GPU9-core GPU with hardware-accelerated ray tracing

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
RAM8GB12GB unified memory
Storage—128GB, 256GB, 512GB

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Rear camera12MP wide camera, f/1.812MP wide camera, f/1.8
Front cameraLandscape 12MP Ultra Wide front camera, f/2.0Landscape 12MP Center Stage camera, f/2.0
Rear camera featuresAutofocus with Focus Pixels, Smart HDR 4 and up to 5x digital zoomAutofocus with Focus Pixels, Smart HDR 4 and up to 5x digital zoom
Rear camera video4K at up to 60fps; 1080p slow motion at up to 240fps4K at up to 60fps; 1080p slow motion at up to 240fps
Front camera featuresCenter Stage, Smart HDR 4 and Retina FlashCenter Stage, Smart HDR 4 and Retina Flash
Front camera video1080p at up to 60fps1080p at up to 60fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Battery36.59Wh rechargeable lithium-polymer battery; up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing/video, or up to 9 hours of cellular browsing on cellular models. Runtime varies with settings, usage and network.36.59Wh rechargeable lithium-polymer battery; up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing/video, or up to 9 hours of cellular browsing on cellular models. Runtime varies with settings, usage and network.
ChargingCharging through USB-C using a power adapter or computerCharging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Operating systemiPadOSiPadOS

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
Network—5G, Wi-Fi

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 6
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual bandWi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2x2 MIMO, dual band; Apple N1 wireless chip
PositioningAll models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon; cellular models additionally provide GPS/GNSSAll models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon; cellular models additionally provide GPS/GNSS
USBUSB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10GbpsUSB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10Gbps

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
SensorsTouch ID, three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer and ambient light sensorTouch ID, three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer and ambient light sensor

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Air 13-inch 2024 M2Apple iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026
LoudspeakersLandscape stereo speakersLandscape stereo speakers

Similarities

  • Both are rated for up to 10 hours per charge.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both run iPadOS.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have 12 MP main cameras.

In summary

Choose iPad Air 13-inch M4 2026 for more memory and newer Wi-Fi.

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