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Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,150RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:9.7 inchesChipset:Apple M4

Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) 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 (8GB + 1TB)
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

90%

7.9

Technical score

10%

9.5

User score

▲Better than 84% of tablets
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

4.4

Price

▼Worse than 56%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
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 82% of models
Score components

22%

9.3

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

8.6

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

9.1

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.8

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 82%
9.5

User score

User score
9.5/ 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 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.3

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 97%
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Available versions:
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
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 82% of models
Score components:

22%

9.3

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

8.6

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

9.1

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.8

Audio & Multimedia

7.9
User score
User score
9.5/ 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 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.3

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.5
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
✕
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 (8GB + 1TB) has a user popularity of 10 points, which is lower than 91.8% of Tablets.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

4.4

Price

7.0
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
1 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 97.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.9% 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 M4
This tablet uses the Apple M4 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 99.4% of tablets and equal to those in 0.3% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2732x2048
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
Aluminosilicate Glass
This tablet uses Aluminosilicate Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 58% of tablets and equal to that on 7% 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
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
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
30 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 30 W which is faster than in 71.2% of tablets and equal to speeds in 3.2% 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
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
iOS 7.0.3
This tablet uses the iOS 7.0.3 operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 98%.
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
616 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 616 g which is heavier than 79.7% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.1% 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
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 (8GB + 1TB) vs the average tablet

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  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple M4 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple M4 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
  • 16x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (1 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • 5.37x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (10,157 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    10,157 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
  • 8.05x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (120 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    120 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 19.1% higher user score
    User score
    9.5/ 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
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (9.53 vs 8.000).
    9.53 vs 8
  • 2.08x more popular
    Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) is more popular than the average tablet (10 vs 4.8).
    10 vs 4.81
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Apple M4 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple M4 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
  • 16x more storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (1 TB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 64 GB
  • 5.37x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score than the average tablet (10,157 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    10,157 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
  • 8.05x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (120 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    120 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
  • 124 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (128 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    128 vs 4
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 66.7% faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (30 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    30 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    paste alert
  • 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.
  • 5 newer release date
    This tablet has a newer release date than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019).
    May 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 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
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (2732x2048 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    2732x2048 vs 1920×1200
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (iOS 7.3 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iOS 7.0.3 vs Android
  • 25.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (616 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    616 g vs 490 g
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    9.5/ 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
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 4.42x more expensive
    Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,150 vs £260).
    £1,150 vs £260
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • 4.42x more expensive
    Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£1,150 vs £260).
    £1,150 vs £260
  • Worse GPU
    This tablet uses the PowerVR G6430 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR G6430 vs Mali-G51
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (2732x2048 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    2732x2048 vs 1920×1200
  • Less durable display glass
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Aluminosilicate Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 0.4 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    9.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (iOS 7.3 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iOS 7.0.3 vs Android
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    9.5/ 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
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 25.7% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (616 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    616 g vs 490 g
  • 40 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (240 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200.0 mm tall.
    240 mm vs 200.0 mm

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theguardian.com
20/05/2024
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01/07/2024
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t3.com
22/05/2024
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Apple iPad Air M2 review: the tablet for most people
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uk.pcmag.com
25/05/2024
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Apple iPad Air (2024) - Review
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expertreviews.co.uk
30/05/2024
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Apple iPad Air 13in (M2, 2024) review: The best “pro” iPad for most people
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techadvisor.com
24/09/2024
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13/05/2024
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25/05/2024
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31/05/2024
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ign.com
16/07/2024
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23/07/2024
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Test iPad Air 13 (2024): plus grand et plus accessible
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21/03/2025
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14/05/2024
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nextpit.fr
02/06/2024
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Test de l'iPad Air 2024: Une tablette hyper puissante et... un peu ennuyeuse
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27/05/2024
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What customers like about Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB)

  • Fast performance and smooth multitasking powered by M-series chips
  • High-quality Liquid Retina display with excellent clarity and brightness
  • Long battery life that typically lasts throughout a full day of use
  • Lightweight and portable design with modern, attractive colour options
  • Repositioned landscape front camera provides a better video calling experience
  • Support for premium accessories like the Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard

What customers don't like about Apple iPad Air (8GB + 1TB)

  • Expensive official accessories significantly increase the total cost
  • Display is locked at a 60Hz refresh rate, lacking the smoother ProMotion found on Pro models
  • Base storage models (historically 64GB) can feel insufficient for power users
  • Lacks Face ID, relying instead on a Touch ID sensor in the power button
  • LCD screen lacks the deep blacks and contrast of OLED panels
  • iPadOS can sometimes feel restrictive for those seeking a full laptop replacement

Verdict

The Apple iPad Air (M3) equipped with 8GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is a high-performance tablet featuring an 8-core CPU, a 9-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine for advanced AI capabilities. It is available in 11-inch (2360x1640) and 13-inch (2732x2048) Liquid Retina display models with P3 wide color, True Tone, and an anti-reflective coating. Key pros include its immense storage capacity, desktop-class speed for intensive creative workflows, and a landscape 12MP Center Stage front camera ideal for video calls. However, significant cons include the lack of a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate found on the iPad Pro, the absence of Face ID in favor of Touch ID, and the high price point when configured with 1TB of storage.

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