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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022 vs Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026

Compare screen, performance, battery and accessories.

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01Selected Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022 11 inch screen. Apple M2 processor. Runs iPadOS. Bluetooth 5.3 connection. 12 MP main camera. KSh 150,000Out of Stock	02 Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 About 11 inch screen. Apple M4 processor. 12 GB RAM in this version. 7,606 mAh battery capacity. 28.93 Wh of stored energy. KSh 101,000In Stock Choose options

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 if you want Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 and a newer model (2026). Choose the Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022 if you prefer Apple M2 and iPadOS.

Display

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022: 11 inch screen
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026: About 11 inch screen

Performance

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022: Apple M2 processor
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026: Apple M4 processor

Software

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022: Runs iPadOS
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026: Runs iPadOS 26.3, upgradable to iPadOS 26.6

Connections

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022: Wi-Fi 6E support
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026: Wi-Fi 7 support

Battery life

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022: Up to 10 hours per charge
Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026: 7,606 mAh battery

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022

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Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026

Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6E).
Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.3).
Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2022).

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Priority	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Display	11-inch display, 264 ppi	11-inch LCD display, 264 ppi
Performance	Apple M2 processor	Apple M4 processor
Battery life	Up to 10 hours per charge	7,606 mAh battery
Weight	466 g	464 g
Connections	Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0
Software	iPadOS	iPadOS 26.3
Battery capacity	28.65 Wh battery	7,606 mAh battery
Processor	Apple M2	Apple M4
GPU	10-core GPU	Apple GPU (9-core graphics)
Rear camera features	2x optical zoom out, up to 5x digital zoom	HDR
Positioning	All models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon	GPS, GLONASS (5G model only)

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Brand	Apple	Apple
Model	iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation, M2, 2022)	Apple iPad Air 11 (2026)
Announced	2022	2026, March 02
Connectivity	Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual band; Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3; USB: USB-C Thunderbolt / USB 4 port: charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 up to 40Gbps, USB 3 up to 10GbpsNo verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.	Cellular+Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi
Cameras	Rear: 12MP wide (f/1.8) and 10MP ultra-wide (f/2.4, 125-degree view); Front: 12MP Ultra Wide TrueDepth camera, f/2.4, 122-degree field of viewNo verified value available; this is an unknown authoring state, not a manufacturer-backed specification.	Rear: 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22μm, dual pixel PDAF Front: 12 MP, f/2.0, 122˚ (ultrawide)

Design

Design specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Dimensions	247.6 x 178.5 x 5.9mm	247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1 mm (9.75 x 7.03 x 0.24 in)
Weight	466g (Wi-Fi); 470g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)	464 g (Wi-Fi) / 465 g (5G) (1.02 lb)

Display

Display specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Display	11 inches	11.0 inches, 357.6 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio); Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ)
Screen resolution	2388 x 1668 pixels at 264ppi	1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density)
Display protection	Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating	Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating, Mohs level 4
Display features	Liquid Retina IPS display; P3 wide colour, True Tone, full lamination and antireflective coating; 600-nit maximum SDR brightness; ProMotion and Apple Pencil hover	Anti-reflective coating

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Processor	Apple M2	Apple M4
CPU	8 cores: 4 performance and 4 efficiency cores	Octa-core (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)
GPU	10-core GPU	Apple GPU (9-core graphics)

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
RAM	—	12GB
Storage	—	128GB, 256GB

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Rear camera	12MP wide (f/1.8) and 10MP ultra-wide (f/2.4, 125-degree view)	—
Front camera	12MP Ultra Wide TrueDepth camera, f/2.4, 122-degree field of view	—
Rear camera features	2x optical zoom out, up to 5x digital zoom, Focus Pixels autofocus and Smart HDR 4	HDR
Rear camera video	Wide camera: 4K up to 60fps; ProRes up to 4K30, limited to 1080p30 on 128GB models; 1080p slow motion up to 240fps	—
Front camera features	Center Stage, portrait mode with Depth Control, Smart HDR 4 and Retina Flash	HDR
Front camera video	1080p at up to 60fps	—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Battery	28.65Wh 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.	Li-Po 7606 mAh (28.93 Wh)
Charging	Charging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer	—

Software

Software specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Operating system	iPadOS	iPadOS 26.3, upgradable to iPadOS 26.6

Network

Network specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
SIM	—	eSIM (cellular model only); no SIM on Wi-Fi-only models

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3	6.0, A2DP, LE
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 dual-band, hotspot
Positioning	All models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon; cellular models additionally provide GPS/GNSS	GPS, GLONASS (5G model only)
USB	USB-C Thunderbolt / USB 4 port: charging, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 up to 40Gbps, USB 3 up to 10Gbps	USB Type-C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort, magnetic connector
NFC	—	No
Radio	—	No

Features

Features specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Sensors	Face ID, LiDAR scanner, three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer and ambient light sensor	Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
Construction	—	Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Memory card slot	—	No
Rear video	—	4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS
Front video	—	1080p@25/30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Mobile network	—	Wi-Fi models: no cellular network; cellular models: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Speakers	—	Yes, with stereo speakers
Stylus support	—	Yes

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
Specification	Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M2 2022	Apple iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026
Loudspeakers	Four speakers	—
3.5 mm headphone jack	—	No

Similarities

Both charge over USB-C.
Both have 11-inch screens.
Both connect over Bluetooth.
Both record 4K video.
Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
Both are made by Apple.

In summary

Choose iPad Air 11-inch M4 2026 for newer Wi-Fi.

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