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Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£600RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:11 inchesChipset:Apple M2

Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB)
8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components

90%

8.1

Technical score

10%

9.6

User score

▲Better than 87% of tablets
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

▲Better than 83%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

22%

9.5

Performance

20%

6.8

Display

16%

8.3

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

9.1

Connectivity

8%

9.7

Software & Features

5%

7.6

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 85%
9.6

User score

User score
9.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 99%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components:

22%

9.5

Performance

20%

6.8

Display

16%

8.3

Camera

14%

6.5

Battery

12%

9.1

Connectivity

8%

9.7

Software & Features

5%

7.6

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

8.1
User score
User score
9.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.6
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

8.0
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 72.3% of tablets and equal to that of 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
5 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 5 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 84.6% of tablets and equal to the node used in 3.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is larger than the storage of 56.7% of tablets and equal to that of 19.6% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
2,596 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 2,596 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 93.3% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.4% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple M2
This tablet uses the Apple M2 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 98.5% of tablets and equal to those in 0.6% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2360×1640
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2360×1640 which is higher than that of 75.2% of tablets and equal to that of 1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
264 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 264 ppi which is higher than that of 71% of tablets and equal to that of 5.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet uses Chemically Strengthened Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 65.1% of tablets and equal to that on 13% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 12 MP which is higher than that of 69.3% of tablets and equal to that of 4.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 12 MP which is higher than in 90% of tablets and equal to that in 6.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is wider than that of 85.9% of tablets and equal to that of 14.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
7,606 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 7,606 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 65.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.9% of tablets.
Charging speed
31 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 31 W which is faster than in 74.5% of tablets and equal to speeds in 0.2% of tablets.
Battery life
9 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets and equal to that of 6.8% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
yes
This tablet supports 5G connectivity. 89% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
iPadOS
This tablet uses the iPadOS operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 94.6%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.8% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
462 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 462 g which is lighter than 61.6% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.3% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
9 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 9 ms, which is lower than that of 43.3% of tablets and equal to that of 26.7% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
yes
This tablet supports Dolby Atmos. 68.6% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple M2 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple M2 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Apple GPU (9-core graphics) GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Apple GPU (9-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 74.5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.49 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 5.24x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (9,918 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    9,918 points vs 1,891 points
  • 7 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3.56x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2,596 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,596 points vs 729 points
  • 19.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    Apple iPad Air 11 2024
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.57 vs 8.000).
    9.57 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 12.5% better value for money
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (7.98 vs 7.1).
    7.98 vs 7.1
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple M2 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple M2 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Apple GPU (9-core graphics) GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Apple GPU (9-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 74.5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (3.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    3.49 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 5.24x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (9,918 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    9,918 points vs 1,891 points
  • 3.56x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2,596 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,596 points vs 729 points
  • 6.71x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (100 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    100 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM capacity than the average tablet (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4,534 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (6,400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    6,400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR5 vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR5 vs LPDDR3
  • 64.3% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (5 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    5 nm vs 14 nm
  • 2.15x faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (1,398 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    1,398 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 2x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.7% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 5 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (9 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    9 vs 4
  • 100 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    500 nits vs 400 nits
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2360×1640 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2360×1640 vs 1920×1200
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.7% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 0.9 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    11 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 99 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    500 nits vs 401 nits
  • 17.9% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This tablet supports HDR10+, the average tablet does not. 8% of tablets include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This tablet supports HDR10, the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • 43 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1265:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,265:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x60 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 7 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • 4 MP higher main camera megapixels
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (12 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    12 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 72.2% faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (31 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    31 W vs 18 W
  • 15.6% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (7,606 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    7,606 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Supports 5G connectivity
    This tablet supports 5G connectivity, the average tablet does not. 11.1% of tablets are 5G compatible.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • More Wi-Fi bands
    This tablet supports more Wi-Fi bands than the average tablet (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz). The average tablet supports 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
    2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz vs 2.4GHz/5GHz
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This tablet supports AirPlay, the average tablet does not. 7.6% of tablets are AirPlay compatible.
  • Includes fingerprint scanner
    This tablet offers a better fingerprint scanner setup than the average tablet (yes vs no). Fingerprint scanner quality still varies a lot between tablets.
    Fingerprint scanner in the top button.
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (iPadOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iPadOS vs Android
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, the average tablet does not. 34.9% of tablets can recognize text from images.
  • Includes app tracking protection
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
    Reduce White Point accessibility dimming
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 1.9 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.1 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.1 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.8% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 5 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019).
    May 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 5.7% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (462 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    462 g vs 490 g
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This tablet supports Dolby Atmos, the average tablet does not. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    9.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
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    Apple iPad Air 11 2024
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£600 vs £260).
    £600 vs £260
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£600 vs £260).
    £600 vs £260
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No multi-user mode
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    9.6/ 10
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    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
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    Apple iPad Air 11 2024
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 47.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (247.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    247.6 mm vs 200.0 mm
  • No 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This tablet does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average tablet does. 72.9% of tablets include a headphone jack.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Isa Marcial Global
≈ estimated
26/10/2024
Detailed review · performance, heat and gaming tests
Verdict
Apple iPad Air 11 2024 is good for gaming if graphics settings are adjusted, as heat and frame drops appear in demanding titles.
9.0
ben's gadget reviews
≈ estimated
21/05/2024
Hands-on review · daily use, battery and multitasking tests
Verdict
Apple iPad Air 11 2024 is the iPad most people should buy, more than good enough, especially next to the Pro.
9.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
18/05/2024
Hands-on review · performance, battery and camera tests
Verdict
Apple iPad Air 11 2024 offers strong performance and software support, but it is not a big upgrade over the iPad Air 5.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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trustedreviews.com
01/07/2024
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theguardian.com
20/05/2024
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18/10/2024
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techradar.com
02/03/2026
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techadvisor.com
02/03/2026
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pcmag.com
25/05/2024
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31/05/2024
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macworld.com
20/06/2024
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11-inch iPad Air M2 review: Solid but unexciting mid-ranger
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05/08/2024
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cnn.com
14/05/2024
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imore.com
13/05/2024
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cnet.com
13/05/2024
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independent.co.uk
15/05/2024
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Apple iPad air 2024 review - The Independent
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gq-magazine.co.uk
14/05/2024
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Apple iPad Air (2024) review: More than your next summer fling
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reviewed.com
19/08/2024
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pickr.com.au
13/08/2024
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Apple M2 iPad Air reviewed: well-balanced Macworld
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uk.pcmag.com
25/05/2024
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Apple iPad Air (2024) - Review - PCMag UK
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t3.com
22/05/2024
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tweakers.net
24/05/2024
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Third-party reviews

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Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Powerful M2 chip provides laptop-grade performance and smooth multitasking
  • Repositioned landscape front-facing camera significantly improves video call framing
  • Increased base storage of 128GB (up from 64GB) at the same starting price
  • Compatibility with the new Apple Pencil Pro and its advanced features like squeeze and haptics
  • Reliable battery life, often matching Apple's 10-hour usage claims
  • Premium, lightweight aluminum unibody design remains portable and durable

What customers don't like about Apple iPad Air 11 2024 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Display is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, lacking the smoother 'ProMotion' found on Pro models
  • Uses an IPS LCD screen rather than OLED, resulting in less vibrant colors and lower contrast
  • Lack of Face ID biometric authentication, relying instead on Touch ID in the power button
  • Incompatible with older 2nd-generation Apple Pencils, forcing users to buy new accessories
  • No support for the new, redesigned Magic Keyboard used with the 2024 iPad Pro
  • Charging speeds remain relatively slow compared to competitors, taking roughly two hours for a full charge

Verdict

The 2024 Apple iPad Air 11-inch is a powerful mid-range tablet featuring the 8-core M2 chip, 8GB of RAM, and a base 128GB of internal storage. It boasts a sharp 11-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD display with a 2360x1640 resolution, P3 wide color, and 500 nits of brightness. Key characteristics include a new landscape-oriented 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage, a 12MP rear camera capable of 4K video, and support for the Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard. Main pros include its desktop-class performance, doubled base storage compared to previous models, and superfast Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. However, notable cons include a display limited to a 60Hz refresh rate (lacking ProMotion), the continued use of Touch ID instead of Face ID, and the absence of an OLED panel found in higher-end models.

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