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General

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Series

iPad1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Product name iPad (9th generation)

iPad Air1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Product name iPad Air (5th generation)

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A2602, A2603, A2604, A26052Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 10 October 2026A2602 iPad (9th generation). A2604 Wi-Fi + Cellular. A2603 Wi-Fi + Cellular (North America only). A2605 Wi-Fi + Cellular (China mainland only)

A2588, A2589, A25912Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 10 October 2026A2588 iPad Air (5th generation). A2589 and A2591 Wi-Fi + Cellular

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

14 September 20214Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026

8 March 20224Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026

Status

Discontinued11Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPad_(9th_generation)Read 10 October 2026Infobox: discontinued May 7, 2024

Discontinued7Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPad_Air_(5th_generation)Read 10 October 2026Infobox: discontinued May 7, 2024

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Apple iPad (8th generation)14Reviewwhathifi.com/advice/apple-ipad-9-2021-vs-ipad-8-2020-which-ipad-should-you-buyRead 23 October 2026What Hi-Fi says the ninth-generation iPad replaces the eighth-generation entry-level iPad.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Apple iPad (10th generation)15Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/ipad-9-vs-ipad-10Read 23 October 2026MacRumors calls the ninth-generation iPad the predecessor of the 10th-generation iPad, which Apple kept on sale beside it.16Press articlemacworld.com/article/1370887/ipad-10th-gen-vs-ipad-9th-gen-design-display-specs.htmlRead 23 October 2026Macworld says Apple updated its entry-level iPad with the 10th generation and calls the 9th generation its predecessor.

Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2)13Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-unveils-the-redesigned-11-inch-and-all-new-13-inch-ipad-air-with-m2Read 23 October 2026Apple's press release introduces the redesigned 11-inch iPad Air with M2 and compares it with the previous iPad Air with M1.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$3294Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026Wi-Fi from $329, Wi-Fi + Cellular from $459 (US), 64 GB

$5994Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026Wi-Fi from $599, Wi-Fi + Cellular from $749 (US), 64 GB

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€3795Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026Germany: Wi-Fi models from 379 Euro, Wi-Fi + Cellular from 519 Euro incl. VAT, 64 GB

€6795Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026Germany: Wi-Fi models from 679 Euro, Wi-Fi + Cellular from 849 Euro incl. VAT, 64 GB

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU, CN2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 10 October 2026CN from A2605, China mainland only4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026Order in 28 countries and regions, including the US5Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026EU from the German launch release

US, EU4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026Order in 29 countries and regions, including the US5Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026EU from the German launch release

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Silver, Space Gray1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026

Space Gray, Starlight, Pink, Purple, Blue1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026

Form factor

Slate1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Slate1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

OS updates promisediYears of major OS upgrades explicitly promised from launch. A number of Android generations or the EU minimum from end of market placement is not a duration from launch.

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Security updates promisediSecurity support duration explicitly promised by the maker from launch. The source note states the starting event. EU minimum support from end of market placement is not stored here.

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Security updates untiliExact support end date published for this model. Do not calculate it from a stated number of years.

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Body

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HeightiLong edge of the tablet in portrait orientation. Base describes the Wi-Fi model. The source notes when the maker lists landscape dimensions.

250.6mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

247.6mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

WidthiShort edge of the tablet in portrait orientation. Do not copy landscape height into this field.

174.1mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

178.5mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

ThicknessiTablet body thickness excluding the camera bump when the source states that condition.

7.5mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

6.1mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

WeightiTablet body only. Base describes the Wi-Fi model. Cellular variants state their own weight. Excludes keyboard, stylus and packaging.

487g(1.1 lb)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Wi-Fi models 487 g. Wi-Fi + Cellular models 498 g

461g(1 lb)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Wi-Fi models 461 g. Wi-Fi + Cellular models 462 g

Frame

Aluminium1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure

Aluminium1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure

Front

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Back

Aluminium1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure

Aluminium1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026100% recycled aluminum in the enclosure

Dust and water ratingiPublished ingress protection rating. Source notes distinguish a regulatory EU rating from a separately advertised maker claim.

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MIL-STD-810iWhether the maker explicitly claims MIL-STD-810 testing. Absence from a specification sheet does not establish false.

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SIM

Nano-SIMs1eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026SIM Card section: Nano-SIM and eSIM on Wi-Fi + Cellular models. eSIM count is not stated

Nano-SIMs1eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026SIM Card section: Nano-SIM and eSIM on Wi-Fi + Cellular models. eSIM count is not stated

Built-in kickstandiA stand integrated into the tablet body. An optional keyboard cover or case stand is excluded.

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Display

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Screen sizeiPublished rectangular display diagonal, before rounded-corner deductions. This can differ from the marketed product size.

10.2in(25.9 cm)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 202610.2-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology

10.86in(27.6 cm)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Marketed as 10.9-inch. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the screen is 10.86 inches

ResolutioniNative panel pixels. Width is the larger landscape pixel dimension and height the smaller one.

2160 × 1620px1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 20262160-by-1620-pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch

2360 × 1640px1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20262360-by-1640-pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch

Pixel density

264.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Resolution

264.6ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Resolution

Aspect ratio

4:36Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 20261620 x 2160 pixels, 4:3 ratio

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Display type

LCD (IPS)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

LCD (IPS)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology

Display type (as published)

Retina display1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Liquid Retina display1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

Dimming zonesiIndependently controlled backlight zones. OLED pixels are not counted as local dimming zones.

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Refresh rate modesiOne row per confirmed display mode. Minimum refresh rate is stored only when explicitly published or tested. A measured minimum requires test conditions in the source note.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Max (Hz)
60

Source8Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p3.phpRead 10 October 2026Display section: the panel still refreshes at 60Hz

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

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Max refresh rate

60Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate modes

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Min refresh rate

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Brightness (typical, SDR)iMaker typical or nominal SDR brightness. A figure explicitly described as maximum SDR, outdoor HBM or HDR peak does not establish typical brightness.

500nits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026500 nits brightness

500nits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026500 nits brightness. Wide color display (P3). No percentage coverage published

Peak brightnessiMaker peak HDR brightness under the published window and operating conditions. Outdoor HBM is a different measurement.

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Full-screen HDR brightnessiMaker full-screen HDR brightness. This is not a small-window HDR peak or automatic outdoor SDR level.

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Contrast ratio

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Colour depthiPublished bits per colour channel. Do not infer native bit depth or FRC from a rounded number of total colours. A published depth reached with FRC or a software extension, such as 8 + 2 bit, is stored as the published total, here 10. The split goes in the source note.

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DCI-P3 coverageiPercentage of the DCI-P3 gamut covered. Gamut volume above 100 percent is not coverage.

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HDR playback formatsiHDR video playback formats explicitly supported. Playback or decoding support alone does not establish HDR luminance reproduction by the built-in panel. Source notes identify that distinction.

Dolby Vision, HDR101Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Video Playback section: Supports Dolby Vision and HDR10 content. Playback support, not HDR luminance on the built-in LCD. The 2021 GSMArena review did not find HDR video support, so the maker page is used

Dolby Vision, HDR101Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Video Playback section: Supports Dolby Vision and HDR10 content. Playback support, not HDR luminance on the built-in LCD

Fully laminated

No7Reviewm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p2.phpRead 10 October 2026The iPad 10.2 (2021) is still using a non-fully-laminated display, with an air gap under the front glass

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Fully laminated display

Anti-reflection coating

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Antireflective coating, 1.8% reflectivity1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Antireflective coating. 1.8% reflectivity is Apple's own figure, not a measurement

Screen surface

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Nano-texture option

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PWM dimming frequency

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Platform

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OS at launch

iPadOS 154Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026iPadOS 15 ships for free with the new iPad

iPadOS 154Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026iPadOS 15 on the new iPad Air. iPadOS 15.4 followed the next week

Software

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Latest OS

iPadOS 2712Maker product pageapple.com/os/ipadosRead 10 October 2026iPadOS 27 is compatible with iPad (9th generation and later, A16)

iPadOS 2710Maker product pageapple.com/os/ipadosRead 10 October 2026iPadOS 27 is compatible with iPad Air (4th generation and later, M2 and later)

Chipset

Apple A13 Bionic1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Apple M11Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Apple M1 chip

Process

7nm6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Chipset: Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)

5nm8Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/11/apple-unleashes-m1Read 10 October 2026M1 is built on 5-nanometer process technology

CPU coresiEnabled CPU cores in the reference configuration. Storage tiers with a different enabled core count use explicit variants.

61Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Chip section lists the A13 Bionic. The six-core layout comes from GSMArena6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz Lightning + 4x1.8 GHz Thunder)

81Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20268-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores

CPU configurationiPublished core groups and their maximum clock. Do not apply another storage tier or the SoC theoretical clock to the tablet.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
2	Lightning	2.65
4	Thunder	1.8

Source6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Clock speeds as listed by GSMArena for the A13 Bionic in this iPad. Apple does not publish them

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Count	Core
4	Performance
4	Efficiency

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20264 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores. Clock speeds not published by Apple

Max CPU clock

2.65GHz=CalculatedFrom CPU configuration

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GPU

Apple GPU (4-core graphics)6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Apple GPU (4-core graphics)

Apple M1 GPU6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_(2022)-11411.phpRead 10 October 2026Apple GPU (8-core graphics)

GPU coresiEnabled GPU cores in the marketed tablet configuration. This is not a shader, execution-unit or NPU count.

46Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 20264-core graphics

81Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20268-core GPU. 16-core Neural Engine

NPU performanceiPublished NPU peak operations per second. Precision and SoC conditions belong in source notes. This is not an AI benchmark score.

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11TOPS8Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2020/11/apple-unleashes-m1Read 10 October 202616-core Neural Engine capable of 11 trillion operations per second. Chip-level claim from the M1 announcement, precision not stated

Memory

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RAMiPublished RAM capacities. Base lists marketed options. Each verified configuration row lists its own capacity.

3GB6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 202664GB 3GB RAM, 256GB 3GB RAM. Apple does not publish RAM

8GB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20268GB RAM listed in the Chip section

RAM type

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Memory bandwidth

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StorageiPublished internal storage capacities. A published 1 TB is converted to 1000 GB, using decimal GB. Exact published GB capacities are preserved. This is not usable space after formatting.

64, 256GB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026

64, 256GB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026

Storage type

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Memory card

None6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Card slot: No

None6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_(2022)-11411.phpRead 10 October 2026Card slot: No

Max card sizeiMaker supported removable-card capacity. A published 1 TB is converted to 1000 GB, using decimal GB. Exact published GB capacities are preserved.

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Rear cameras

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Rear cameras

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Pixel size (µm)	Autofocus
Main	8	2.4	31	1.12	Autofocus, mechanism not stated

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 20268MP Wide camera, f/2.4 aperture, continuous autofocus video. Focal length and pixel size come from GSMArena6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 20268 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), 1.12µm, AF

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Sensor size	Pixel size (µm)	Autofocus
Main	12	1.8	1/3.0"	1.22	PDAF

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 202612MP Wide camera, f/1.8 aperture, autofocus with Focus Pixels. Sensor size and pixel size come from GSMArena6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_(2022)-11411.phpRead 10 October 202612 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF9Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 10 October 2026Focus Pixels section: dedicated focus pixels use phase detection. Supports the PDAF reading of Autofocus with Focus Pixels

Number of rear cameras

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Main camera

8MP=CalculatedFrom Rear cameras

12MP=CalculatedFrom Rear cameras

Flash

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Video recordingiConfirmed recording modes, including a separately identified slow-motion maximum where supported. Decode or playback modes are excluded.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max frame rate (fps)
1920	1080	30
1280	720	120

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 20261080p at 25 or 30 fps. 720p at 30 fps. Slo-mo 720p at 120 fps

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max frame rate (fps)
3840	2160	60
1920	1080	240
1280	720	30

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 20264K at 24, 25, 30 or 60 fps. 1080p at 25, 30 or 60 fps. 720p at 30 fps. Slo-mo 1080p at 120 or 240 fps

Max video resolution

1920 × 1080px=CalculatedFrom Video recording

3840 × 2160px=CalculatedFrom Video recording

Video HDR

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Video formatsiFormats the camera records. Hardware media-engine decoding or video playback formats are not recording formats.

HEVC, H.2641Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

HEVC, H.2641Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Video formats captured: HEVC and H.264

LiDAR scanner

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Front camera

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Front cameras

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Field of view
Ultrawide	12	2.4	122°

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 202612MP Ultra Wide camera, 122 degree field of view, f/2.4 aperture4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Field of view
Ultrawide	12	2.4	122°

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 202612MP Ultra Wide front camera, 122 degree field of view, f/2.4 aperture

Front camera resolution (as published)iPublished front-camera resolution or output description. Keep sensor megapixels distinct from video output. This description does not confirm a recording mode or frame rate.

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Front camera position

Portrait edge3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-9th-generation-ipada6b7a0b6/ipadosRead 10 October 2026Front view diagram text: front camera at the top center, Home button at the bottom center, in portrait orientation. That is the short edge

Portrait edge3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-5th-generation-ipadaf1251d3/ipadosRead 10 October 2026Front view diagram text: front camera at the top center, Touch ID in the top button, in portrait orientation. That is the short edge

Auto framing

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Video Calling section lists Center Stage4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Video Calling section lists Center Stage

Front videoiRecording modes explicitly attributed to the front camera. A general device video-recording maximum is not sufficient.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max frame rate (fps)
1920	1080	60

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Front Camera section: 1080p HD video recording at 25, 30 or 60 fps

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max frame rate (fps)
1920	1080	60

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Front Camera section: 1080p HD video recording at 25, 30 or 60 fps

Front autofocus

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Audio

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Number of speakersiPhysical tablet speakers. Excludes logical audio channels and optional keyboard-cover speakers.

21Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Speakers section lists Stereo speakers. The count of two comes from the GSMArena review6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Yes, with stereo speakers7Reviewm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p2.phpRead 10 October 2026Stereo speakers, both on the bottom, so two

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Speaker layout

Other7Reviewm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p2.phpRead 10 October 2026Stereo speakers, but both are on the bottom. Enum other because both speakers sit on one edge

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Stereo speakers

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Speakers section lists Stereo speakers

MicrophonesiPhysical microphones in the tablet. Excludes microphones in headsets and optional accessories.

21Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Dual microphones for calls, video recording, and audio recording7Reviewm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p2.phpRead 10 October 2026One microphone on the top side and one on the back. Matches Apple's dual microphones

21Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Dual microphones for calls, video recording, and audio recording

3.5 mm jack

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

No6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_(2022)-11411.phpRead 10 October 20263.5mm jack: No

Audio features

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Network

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CellulariTrue in base when a cellular model is marketed. Wi-Fi and cellular configuration rows state their own capability.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

Network

HSPA, LTE1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Wi-Fi + Cellular models: UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA and gigabit-class LTE. No GSM is listed

HSPA, LTE, 5G1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Model A2589: 5G NR, FDD-LTE, TD-LTE and UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA. No GSM is listed

2G bandsiPublished radio bands for the identified cellular regional model. Wi-Fi configurations do not have these bands.

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3G bandsiPublished radio bands for the identified cellular regional model. Frequency labels are kept distinct from band identifiers.

850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Model A2603 UMTS/HSPA bands

850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Model A2589 UMTS/HSPA bands

4G bandsiPublished FDD and TDD LTE bands for the identified cellular regional model.

B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B11, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B21, B25, B26, B29, B30, B66, B71, B34, B38, B39, B40, B411Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Model A2603 only. Apple lists no band table for A2604

B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B11, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B21, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B46, B481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Model A2589. FDD-LTE and TD-LTE lists combined

5G bandsiPublished 5G NR bands for the identified cellular regional model. Sub-6 support does not establish mmWave support.

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n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n791Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Model A2589. 5G NR band list

5G mmWave

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No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026The A2589 5G NR list holds only sub-6 GHz bands. No mmWave band is listed

Max download speed

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3,500Mbps4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 20265G reaches peak speeds of up to 3.5Gbps in ideal conditions

Modem

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Connectivity

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 51Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) with 2x2 MIMO, speeds up to 866 Mbps

Wi-Fi 61Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO, speeds up to 1.2 Gbps

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Simultaneous dual band

Bluetooth

4.21Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

5.01Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

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NFC

No6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026NFC: No

No6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_(2022)-11411.phpRead 10 October 2026NFC: No

PositioningiPublished location methods. GNSS on a cellular model must not be inherited by its Wi-Fi configuration unless the maker lists it there.

Digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation, GPS/GNSS, Cellular1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026All models: digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation. Wi-Fi + Cellular models add GPS/GNSS and cellular

Digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation, GPS/GNSS, Cellular1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026All models: digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation. Wi-Fi + Cellular models add GPS/GNSS and cellular

Dual-band GNSS

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Connector

Lightning1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Buttons and Connectors lists a Lightning connector

USB-C1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Buttons and Connectors lists a USB-C connector

USB portsiPhysical USB ports on the tablet. Excludes the keyboard charging port and accessory pogo pins.

11Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

11Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026One USB-C connector in the Buttons and Connectors list

USB speediPublished USB data speed or standard. A USB-C connector does not establish USB 3, USB 4 or Thunderbolt.

USB 2.06Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Lightning, USB 2.07Reviewm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p2.phpRead 10 October 2026Lightning connector with a USB 2.0 controller behind it

USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026USB-C port with support for charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)

Thunderbolt

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Video out over USBiWired video output over the tablet USB connector. Wireless screen mirroring alone is excluded.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Digital video output over adapters. VGA, HDMI and DVI

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Native DisplayPort output over USB-C

Max external displayiHighest confirmed external-display resolution and its refresh rate. Only exact published pixel dimensions are stored. Other supported modes belong in the source note.

1920 × 1080px1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Video out up to 1080p through the Lightning Digital AV Adapter and the Lightning to VGA Adapter. Refresh rate not published

Refresh rate60Hz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026One external display with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz. Exact 6K pixel count not published

External displaysiExternal displays supported at the same time. Excludes the built-in tablet display.

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11Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Supports one external display

Stylus

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Stylus

Supported1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Supported1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Display section: Supports Apple Pencil (2nd generation), Apple Pencil (USB-C). Neither is in the box

Compatible stylusesiOne row per compatible maker-listed stylus. Inclusion depends on the exact tablet bundle. Unpublished pressure levels or latency remain missing.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Name	Included
Apple Pencil (1st generation)	No

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Display section: Supports Apple Pencil (1st generation). Not included4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026Apple Pencil (1st generation) sold separately, $99 (US)

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Name	Included	Tilt	Hover	Charging
Apple Pencil (2nd generation)	No	Not available	No	Magnetic, on the device
Apple Pencil (USB-C)	No	Yes	No	USB-C

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Apple Pencil (2nd generation) attaches to the magnetic connector. Apple Pencil (USB-C) charges over USB-C4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026Apple Pencil (2nd generation) with wireless charging and pairing11Maker product pageapple.com/apple-pencilRead 10 October 2026Apple Pencil (USB-C): tilt sensitivity, pairs and charges via USB-C. Hover is listed only for iPad Pro, iPad Air (M2 and later) and iPad mini (A17 Pro)

Pressure levels

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Tilt support

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Yes=CalculatedFrom Compatible styluses

Hover

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Keyboard and accessories

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Accessory connector

Smart Connector1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Smart Connector1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Smart Connector in the Buttons and Connectors list

Official keyboardsiOfficial compatible keyboards or licensed maker-listed accessories. Inclusion refers to the exact sold tablet bundle, not a temporary promotion.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Name	Connection	Included
Smart Keyboard	Pogo pins	No

Source4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2021/09/apples-most-popular-ipad-delivers-even-more-performance-and-advanced-featuresRead 10 October 2026Smart Keyboard for iPad sold separately, $159 (US). Trackpad, backlight and weight not published

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Name	Connection	Trackpad	Included
Magic Keyboard	Pogo pins	Yes	No
Smart Keyboard Folio	Pogo pins	Not available	No

Source4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/03/apple-introduces-the-most-powerful-and-versatile-ipad-air-everRead 10 October 2026Magic Keyboard with built-in trackpad and Smart Keyboard Folio. Both sold separately

Keyboard with trackpad

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Yes=CalculatedFrom Official keyboards

Keyboard in box

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Features and sensors

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FingerprintiA top button reader is side button. A reader in the front home button, such as Touch ID on older iPads, is front home button.

Front home button1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Buttons and Connectors list: Home button/Touch ID. The Touch ID reader is in the front home button.

Side button1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Top button/Touch ID

Face unlockiPublished facial authentication type. Infrared requires explicit infrared camera authentication support and does not imply depth sensing or a 3D face map. An ordinary front camera alone does not establish face unlock. Yes, type not stated is for a maker that names face unlock but not 2D, 3D or infrared.

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Sensors

Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Touch ID, three-axis gyro, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensor

Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Touch ID, three-axis gyro, accelerometer, barometer, ambient light sensor

Extra buttonsiAdditional dedicated buttons beyond ordinary power and volume controls. Stylus and keyboard buttons are excluded.

Home button with Touch ID1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Buttons and Connectors list: Home button/Touch ID

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiPublished rated or minimum pack capacity. A typical capacity belongs in the separate typical field. No assumed voltage conversion.

8,557mAh6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Li-Ion 8557 mAh (32.4 Wh). The mAh figure is the GSMArena value. It matches Apple's 32.4 Wh at about 3.79 V7Reviewm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p2.phpRead 10 October 2026Battery 32.4 Wh or 8557 mAh, identical to the 8th generation

7,600mAh6Spec databasem.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_air_(2022)-11411.phpRead 10 October 2026Li-Ion 7600 mAh (28.6 Wh). The mAh figure is the GSMArena value. It matches Apple's 28.6 Wh at about 3.76 V

Battery capacity (typical)iPublished typical battery pack capacity. Keep it distinct from rated/minimum capacity.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not infer it from mAh without a published nominal pack voltage.

32.4Wh1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Built-in 32.4-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery

28.6Wh1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Built-in 28.6-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery

Claimed battery lifeiMaker runtime under the stated use case and connection. The source note records brightness and test conditions. Unknown connection remains missing. Configuration-specific promises must be stored in the matching variant. A missing variant cell inherits the base claim, so explicitly repeat the applicable claim table when Wi-Fi and cellular configurations differ. Reading is a maker claim for reading documents or e-books.

AApple iPad (9th generation)

Use case	Connection	Hours (h)
Web browsing	Wi-Fi	10
Video playback	Not available	10
Web browsing	Cellular	9

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026Up to 10 h web on Wi-Fi or video, up to 9 h web on cellular. Apple test in August 2021 with preproduction units at 50% brightness, Auto-Brightness off. Video connection not specified

BApple iPad Air (5th generation)

Use case	Connection	Hours (h)
Web browsing	Wi-Fi	10
Video playback	Not available	10
Web browsing	Cellular	9

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026Up to 10 h web on Wi-Fi or video, up to 9 h web on cellular. Apple test in February 2022 with preproduction units, brightness and Wi-Fi settings in the footnote. Video connection not specified

Video playback (claimed)

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Wired chargingiMaximum charging power accepted by the tablet. The wattage of a bundled or recommended adapter alone does not establish this value.

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Wired charging standards

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Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance and estimates with their exact targets and conditions. An unspecified charging interval is not an empty-to-full claim.

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Charge 0 to 50 %iMaker claim for charging from empty to 50 percent. Adapter, cable and any upper-bound qualifier are recorded in the source note.

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Charge 0 to 100 %iMaker claim for charging from empty to full. Measured review times belong in the measured field.

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Reverse wired

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Charger in boxiPower adapter included in the exact regional sold configuration. A USB cable or temporary promotional adapter is not an in-box charger.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026In the Box: 20W USB-C Power Adapter

Included chargeriOutput rating of the adapter included in the exact regional configuration. No-charger variants must not inherit a positive rating.

20W1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 202620W USB-C Power Adapter

20W1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

Measured

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Geekbench 6 single-coreiReviewer Geekbench 6 score. Source notes must state the exact 6.x version, tested CPU, RAM and storage tier. Scores from Geekbench 5 or a different hardware configuration are excluded.

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Geekbench 6 multi-coreiReviewer Geekbench 6 score. Source notes must state the exact 6.x version, tested CPU, RAM and storage tier. Scores from Geekbench 5 or a different hardware configuration are excluded.

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Geekbench 6 GPUiReviewer Geekbench 6 score. Source notes must state the exact 6.x version, tested CPU, RAM and storage tier and graphics API. Scores from Geekbench 5 or a different hardware configuration are excluded.

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3DMark Wild Life ExtremeiReviewer score for ordinary Wild Life Extreme. Wild Life Extreme Unlimited is a different test and is excluded. Source notes name the tested configuration.

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3DMark stress test stabilityiWorst-loop performance as a percentage of the best loop in the explicitly named 3DMark stress test. CPU throttling and unrelated stress tests are excluded. The Wild Life Extreme Stress Test only. The ordinary Wild Life stress test is not stored.

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AnTuTuiReviewer score with AnTuTu major version and tested configuration in the source note. Scores across platforms or major versions are not directly comparable.

617,292points9Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p4.phpRead 10 October 2026AnTuTu 9 total score 617292, Metal. Wi-Fi 64 GB test unit with 3 GB RAM10Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Our Tests: AnTuTu 617292 (v9)

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Manual SDR brightness (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum manual SDR brightness. The source note states stimulus or white-area extent when reported, or explicitly unknown, spatial maximum versus centre, tested configuration and actual manual/automatic settings. Keep automatic and HDR measurements separate. Do not imply identical standardized tests across products.

513nits8Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p3.phpRead 10 October 2026GSMArena display test at 100% brightness: white 513 cd/m2, black 0.457 cd/m2. GSMArena states there is no max auto mode beyond 513 nits. White area extent not stated10Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Our Tests: 513 nits max brightness (measured)

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Brightness with auto (measured)iMaximum automatic SDR brightness measured under bright ambient light. Source notes state white-area size and conditions.

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HDR brightness (measured)iReviewer HDR brightness, with white-window size or content method in the source note. A different SDR result is not substituted.

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Contrast ratio (measured)iReviewer white-to-black luminance ratio under the same mode and brightness. Profile and measurement conditions belong in the source note.

1,123:18Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p3.phpRead 10 October 20261123:1 at 100% brightness, black 0.457 cd/m2, white 513 cd/m210Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Our Tests: 1123:1 contrast ratio

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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iReviewer colour-error result. Delta E formula, colour profile and target gamut belong in the source note where reported.

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Reflections (measured)iReviewer reflected-light percentage under the stated method and display surface.

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PWM dimming (measured)iReviewer-measured dimming or flicker frequency under the stated brightness range. Zero is not used to represent no PWM.

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PWM up to brightness (measured)iHighest display brightness setting at which the reviewer detected PWM. This is a settings percentage, not percentage luminance.

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Stylus latency (measured)iMeasured latency for the named stylus, app, refresh mode and method. A maker latency claim is excluded.

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer mixed-use score under the named methodology. Single web or video rundown tests belong in the battery-tests table.

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Battery tests (measured)iOne reviewer test per row. Results compare only under matching test methodology, brightness and tested configuration.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer empty-to-full charge time with adapter, cable and tested configuration in the source note. Source upper bounds are labelled as such.

165min8Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_2021-review-2328p3.phpRead 10 October 2026Zero to full in around 2 hours 45 minutes with the 20W adapter in the box. Cable not stated. Wi-Fi 64 GB unit

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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)iReviewer loudness in LUFS under the stated test. dB sound-pressure measurements are not substituted.

-29.4LUFS10Measurementm.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_10_2_(2021)-11106.phpRead 10 October 2026Our Tests: Loudspeaker -29.4 LUFS (Average)

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EU label and regulatory

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EU energy classiEU energy-label class for the exact model identified in the source. It is not a benchmark of ordinary video playback.

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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)iEU regulated endurance test duration for one full charge. It is not the maker's claimed video-playback runtime. Wi-Fi and cellular models have their own EU entries, so it is per variant.

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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)iEU declared charge cycles before the specified capacity threshold, typically 80 percent. The source states the exact regulatory model. EPREL prints this value in hundreds, so 10 there is stored as 1000.

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Drop resistance class

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Repairability class

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SAR body (US)iUS body SAR under the published averaging mass and separation. It applies only to the identified tested radio model.

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SAR body (EU)iEU body SAR under the published averaging mass and separation. It applies only to the identified tested radio model. Wi-Fi and cellular models have their own figures, so it is per variant.

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In the box

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In the boxiContents of the exact regional standard box. Conditional nano-texture polishing cloths are listed only on nano-texture configurations. Promotional gifts are excluded.

iPad (9th generation), Lightning to USB-C Cable, 20W USB-C Power Adapter1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

iPad Air (5th generation), USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter), 20W USB-C Power Adapter1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

Links

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Product page

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Spec sheet

support.apple.com/en-us/1118981Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111898Read 10 October 2026

support.apple.com/en-us/1118871Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111887Read 10 October 2026

Manual

support.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-9th-generation-ipada6b7a0b6/ipados3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-9th-generation-ipada6b7a0b6/ipadosRead 10 October 2026iPad User Guide hardware page for iPad (9th generation)

support.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-5th-generation-ipadaf1251d3/ipados3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-5th-generation-ipadaf1251d3/ipadosRead 10 October 2026iPad User Guide hardware page for iPad Air (5th generation)

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year13Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/ios-warranty-document-us.htmlRead 10 October 2026US market. Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty for iPad hardware

1year12Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/ios-warranty-document-us.htmlRead 10 October 2026US market. Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty for iPad hardware

Both are also in the API. Back to all tablets.