Description
The Apple iPad Air (M3) in Blue with 512GB storage is a high-capacity tablet designed for everyday productivity, creative work, streaming, and mobile communication. This configuration is part of the iPad Air (M3) family, which includes both 11-inch and 13-inch sizes, as well as Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular variants. While the exact size and connectivity option are not specified here, the core performance and feature set are shared across the range.
Powered by the Apple M3 chip, it includes an 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, hardware-accelerated ray tracing, a 16-core Neural Engine, and 8GB of memory. This combination supports smooth multitasking, responsive app performance, graphics-intensive workflows, and AI-assisted tasks within iPadOS.
Display and interaction
All iPad Air (M3) models feature a Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color, True Tone, fully laminated construction, and an antireflective coating for a clear and natural viewing experience. The display also supports Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C), with Apple Pencil hover listed for compatible interaction workflows. Touch ID is built into the top button for secure unlocking and authentication.
Camera, audio, and connectivity
The tablet includes a 12MP rear camera capable of recording 4K video at up to 60 fps, along with a 12MP landscape front camera with Center Stage for video calls. Shared hardware also includes landscape stereo speakers, dual microphones, and a USB-C port that supports charging, DisplayPort, and USB 3 data transfer up to 10 Gbps. It can drive one external display at up to 6K resolution at 60Hz.
Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are supported across the lineup. Wi-Fi + Cellular models additionally include 5G, Gigabit LTE, GPS/GNSS, and eSIM-only mobile connectivity.
Size-dependent specifications
The 11-inch model has a 2360 x 1640 resolution at 264 ppi, 500 nits brightness, and a 28.93Wh battery. The 13-inch model has a 2732 x 2048 resolution at 264 ppi, 600 nits brightness, and a 36.59Wh battery.
In the box
Box contents include the iPad Air, a 1 m USB-C Charge Cable, and a 20W USB-C Power Adapter.