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Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£390RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:10.5 inchesChipset:Apple A12 Bionic

Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) 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 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
✕
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 76% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

▲Better than 76% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

▲Better than 71%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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 75% of models
Score components

22%

7.8

Performance

20%

6.7

Display

16%

7.6

Camera

14%

6.4

Battery

12%

7.0

Connectivity

8%

8.9

Software & Features

5%

7.0

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 75%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 85%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components:

22%

7.8

Performance

20%

6.7

Display

16%

7.6

Camera

14%

6.4

Battery

12%

7.0

Connectivity

8%

8.9

Software & Features

5%

7.0

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

7.3
User score
User score
8.8/ 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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 71% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 8.5% of tablets.
Process node
7 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 7 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 70.2% of tablets and equal to the node used in 6.1% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 76.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15.7% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
1,129 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scored 1,129 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is higher than the score of 65% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple A12 Bionic
This tablet uses the Apple A12 Bionic chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 87.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2224×1668
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2224×1668 which is higher than that of 74.7% of tablets and equal to that of 0.2% 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
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
7 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 7 MP which is higher than in 68.5% of tablets and equal to that in 1.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
8,134 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 8,134 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 74.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 18 W which is faster than in 48% of tablets and equal to speeds in 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% 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
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% 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
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% 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
456 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 456 g which is lighter than 65.1% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% 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
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% 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 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple A12 Bionic chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple A12 Bionic 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 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Apple GPU vs Mali-G51
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 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.
    Wide color P3 support reported.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 2.08x more popular
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • 10.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.81 vs 8.000).
    8.81 vs 8
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple A12 Bionic chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple A12 Bionic 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 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Apple GPU vs Mali-G51
  • 4x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 24.5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.49 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.29x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 73.1% faster GPU clock
    This tablet has a higher GPU frequency than the average tablet (1,125 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    1,125 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This tablet uses a smaller process node than the average tablet (7 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    7 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.7% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 55.9% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (2,948 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    2,948 points vs 1,891 points
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4 vs LPDDR3
  • 54.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (1,129 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,129 points vs 729 points
  • 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.
    Wide color P3 support reported.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2224×1668 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2224×1668 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.
  • 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. 21.8% of tablets are HDR10 compatible.
  • 0.4 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1316:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,316:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 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
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 2 MP higher front camera megapixels
    This tablet has more front camera megapixels than the average tablet (7 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    7 MP vs 5 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.
  • 23.6% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a higher battery capacity than the average tablet (8,134 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    8,134 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • 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 home 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 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
  • 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
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 6.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (456 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    456 g vs 490 g
  • 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
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • 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 multi-user mode
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 2 points lower iFixit repairability score
    This tablet has a lower repairability score than the average tablet (2 points vs 4 points). The average tablet repairability score is 4 points.
    2 points vs 4 points
  • 50% more expensive
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£390 vs £260).
    £390 vs £260
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.8/ 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
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • 2 points lower iFixit repairability score
    This tablet has a lower repairability score than the average tablet (2 points vs 4 points). The average tablet repairability score is 4 points.
    2 points vs 4 points
  • 50.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (250.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    250.6 mm vs 200.0 mm

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

uk.pcmag.com
04/04/2019
Lab test · Midrange tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad Air is a light, fast tablet that works as a basic laptop with its keyboard case, but it sits awkwardly between the cheaper iPad and the Pro.
trustedreviews.com
30/08/2019
Hands-on test · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air is a strong all-rounder whose sharp screen and long battery suit most buyers, but its old design and first-gen Pencil hold it back.
whathifi.com
25/02/2020
Test room review · Media tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air is a tablet for watching movies on the go, with a bright, vivid screen and solid headphone sound, though its built-in speakers are awkward.
techadvisor.com
10/09/2020
Lab test · All-round tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad Air is a powerful, easy-to-use tablet with a large screen and long battery life, though its big bezels and older Pencil are compromises.
t3.com
18/11/2020
Hands-on test · Pro-style iPad
Verdict
The iPad Air gives most people nearly Pro-level power and screen in a thin, light body, though its speakers and 60Hz screen fall short.
techradar.com
14/06/2021
Hands-on review · Keyboard tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air is a powerful tablet that doubles the previous iPad's speed and works well with the Smart Keyboard, but its old-style design and Pencil support feel dated.
wired.com
01/05/2019
Review · Best-value iPad
Verdict
The iPad Air 2019 is a near-Pro tablet with an excellent screen and Smart Keyboard support, but its older-style design and two speakers are the trade-offs.
pcmag.com
04/04/2019
Lab test · Laptop-style tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air suits people who use its keyboard case as a basic laptop, but it sits between the cheaper iPads and the Pro.
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phonearena.com
05/06/2023
Summary of the review
Apple iPad Air (2019) Review
appleinsider.com
07/04/2019
Hands-on test · Middle-tier iPad
Verdict
The iPad Air suits most general buyers, with a fast A12 chip and bright 10.5-inch screen, and sits between the iPad mini and the Pro.
macworld.com
15/07/2019
Lab test · All-round tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air is a fast, easy-to-use tablet with a bright screen and long battery life, though its design looks old-fashioned.
stuff.tv
16/04/2019
Hands-on test · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air offers a premium tablet experience for much less money than the Pro, though it skips extra speakers and 4K video.
arstechnica.com
16/04/2019
Hands-on review · Mid-size tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air suits most people: its A12 chip and laminated screen deliver near-Pro performance, but it keeps the Lightning port.
M
mashable.com
23/04/2019
Summary of the review
iPad Air (2019) review: More 'pro' than it looks
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imore.com
23/11/2019
Summary of the review
iPad Air 3 (2019) Review: The New Everyday iPad for Everyone
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zoneoftech.com
19/04/2019
Summary of the review
iPad Air 3 Review Are you looking for comparisons with newer iPad Air models or specific performance benchmarks for the 2019 version?
01net.com
10/04/2019
Hands-on test · Near-Pro tablet
Verdict
The iPad Air offers near-Pro performance and a strong screen for simple tasks, but it cannot yet replace a laptop for most people.
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lesnumeriques.com
12/04/2019
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iphon.fr
20/09/2020
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igen.fr
09/04/2019
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Test de l’iPad Air (3e génération, 2019)
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What customers like about Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB)

  • Vibrant 10.5-inch Retina display with True Tone and anti-reflective coating
  • Strong performance for multitasking and gaming via the A12 Bionic chip
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting around 10 hours of active use
  • Support for the Apple Smart Keyboard and Apple Pencil (1st Gen)
  • Retains a 3.5mm headphone jack and Touch ID home button
  • Thin, lightweight design that is highly portable

What customers don't like about Apple iPad Air 2019 WiFi (3GB + 256GB)

  • Only compatible with the 1st Gen Apple Pencil, which has an awkward charging method
  • Lacks the four-speaker system and ProMotion (120Hz) display of the Pro models
  • Large bezels and traditional home button design can feel dated
  • Missing a 128GB storage option, leaving only 64GB or 256GB variants
  • Uses a Lightning port instead of the more versatile USB-C
  • Rear camera lacks a flash and is considered average for its class

Verdict

The 2019 Apple iPad Air (3rd Gen) is a powerful mid-range tablet featuring a 10.5-inch Retina display with 2224x1668 resolution, True Tone, and full lamination for reduced glare. It is powered by the A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine, paired with 3GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and longevity. Key pros include its slim 6.1mm design, support for the first-generation Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, and a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack. However, it retains an older aesthetic with large bezels, lacks the ProMotion high-refresh-rate display of Pro models, utilizes a Lightning port instead of USB-C, and features speakers located only on the bottom, which limits the stereo experience in landscape mode.

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