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Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4) vs Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
Product A: Apple
99 of 168 known
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Product B: Lenovo
86 of 168 known
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Compare the Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M4) with
99 of 160 fields differ
- 41 different values
- 58 known for one only
- 17 the same
- 44 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 101 tablets.
- Battery lifeA: 72hB: 139.03hLenovo is 67.03 h higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 214.9 × 280.6 mm
- BLenovo: 181.1 × 278.8 mm
Weight
0 to 800 g
All 168 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
Predecessor
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M3)17Reviewtechradar.com/tablets/ipad/embargoed-i-tested-the-ipad-air-with-m4-and-apple-just-stretched-the-value-of-the-air-even-furtherRead 30 September 2026TechRadar reviews the 13-inch iPad Air M4 and says both iPad Air sizes moved from the M3 in 2025 to the M4 in 2026.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Form factor
OS updates promised
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Security updates promised
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Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Weight
Frame
Front
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Back
Dust and water rating
IP426EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026EU regulated product information sheet or energy-label record: IP42 for the identified model. Apple does not separately market this tablet as water-resistant.13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU regulated product information sheet or energy-label record: IP42 for the identified model. Apple does not separately market this tablet as water-resistant.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026EU regulated product information sheet or energy-label record: IP42 for the identified model. Apple does not separately market this tablet as water-resistant.
MIL-STD-810
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SIM
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
264.7ppi
249.5ppi
Aspect ratio
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Liquid Retina display1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
Dimming zones
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Refresh rate modes
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Max (Hz) |
|---|
| 60 |
Max refresh rate
60Hz
120Hz
Min refresh rate
Not available
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Brightness (typical, SDR)
Peak brightness
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Full-screen HDR brightness
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Contrast ratio
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Colour depth
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DCI-P3 coverage
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HDR playback formats
Anti-reflection coating
Antireflective coating1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
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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
Software
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Latest OS
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Chipset
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Count | Core |
|---|---|
| 3 | Performance |
| 5 | Efficiency |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Arm Cortex-A78 | 2.6 |
| 4 | Arm Cortex-A55 | 2 |
Max CPU clock
Not available
2.6GHz
GPU
GPU cores
Memory
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RAM
RAM type
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Memory bandwidth
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Storage
Storage type
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Memory card
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Max card size
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Rear cameras
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Rear cameras
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.8 | PDAF |
Source1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Camera section: 12 MP Wide, f/1.8, autofocus with Focus Pixels. Sensor size and pixel size not stated by Apple.18Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 30 September 2026Focus Pixels section: dedicated focus pixels provide depth information using phase detection. This documents the PDAF interpretation of the exact tablet maker specification, which says Autofocus with Focus Pixels.
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|
| Main | 13 | Autofocus, mechanism not stated |
Number of rear cameras
1
1
Main camera
12MP
13MP
Flash
Not available
Not available
Video recording
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
Not availableMax video resolution
3840 × 2160px
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Video HDR
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Video formats
Not available
LiDAR scanner
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Front camera
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Front cameras
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|
| 12 | 2 |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|
| Main | 8 | Fixed |
Front camera resolution (as published)
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Front camera position
Landscape edge3Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108043Read 28 September 202612 MP Center Stage front camera on landscape edge
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Auto framing
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Front video
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
Not availableFront autofocus
Not available
No
Audio
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Number of speakers
Not available
Speaker layout
Stereo speakers
Microphones
3.5 mm jack
Audio features
Spatial Audio playback, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Spatial Audio playback. Dolby Atmos in supported audio playback formats
Network
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Cellular
Network
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2G bands
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3G bands
850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Cellular and Wireless section, model A3462 (13-inch Air Wi-Fi + Cellular). Exact published UMTS frequency, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE and 5G NR tables.
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4G bands
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, B481Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Cellular and Wireless section, model A3462 (13-inch Air Wi-Fi + Cellular). Exact published UMTS frequency, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE and 5G NR tables.
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5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n77, n78, n791Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026Cellular and Wireless section, model A3462 (13-inch Air Wi-Fi + Cellular). Exact published UMTS frequency, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE and 5G NR tables.
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5G mmWave
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Max download speed
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
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NFC
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Positioning
Digital compass, Wi-Fi, iBeacon microlocation, GPS/GNSS, Cellular1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
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Dual-band GNSS
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Connector
USB ports
USB speed
USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
Thunderbolt
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Max external display
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Stylus
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Stylus
Compatible styluses
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Name | Included | Tilt | Hover | Haptics | Charging |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pencil Pro | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Magnetic, on the device |
| Apple Pencil (USB-C) | No | Yes | Yes | No | USB-C |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
| Name | Included | Pressure levels | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenovo Tab Pen Plus | No | 4,096 | Yes |
Pressure levels
Not available
4,096
Tilt support
Yes
Yes
Hover
Yes
Not available
Keyboard and accessories
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Accessory connector
Not available
Official keyboards
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Name | Connection | Trackpad | Function row | Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch (M4) | Pogo pins | Yes | Yes | No |
Source4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/03/apple-introduces-the-new-ipad-air-powered-by-m4Read 28 September 2026Magic Keyboard for iPad Air: trackpad, 14-key function row, connects over the Smart Connector without Bluetooth9Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mdfw4ll/a/magic-keyboard-for-ipad-air-13%E2%80%91inch-m4-us-english-whiteRead 28 September 2026Large glass trackpad, 14-key function row, USB-C pass-through charging. Backlit keys not mentioned, left out. Weight not published
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
Not availableKeyboard with trackpad
Yes
Not available
Keyboard in box
No
Not available
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Sensors
Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 2026
Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Ambient light sensor2Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Lenovo_Tablets/Tab_Plus_Gen_2/Tab_Plus_Gen_2_Spec.htmlRead 10 October 2026Maker family PSREF, exact Tab Plus Gen 2 TB355FU. Relevant Multi-Media, Display, Pen, Mechanical, Connectivity and Certifications sections.
Extra buttons
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
9,720mAh6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026Rated capacity 9720 mAh13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property rated Battery Capacity.
Battery capacity (typical)
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Battery energy
36.59Wh1Maker product pageapple.com/ipad-air/specsRead 30 September 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/126472Read 28 September 2026
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Claimed battery life
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Use case | Connection | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Web browsing | Wi-Fi | 10 |
| Video playback | Not available | 10 |
| Web browsing | Cellular | 9 |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video streaming | 15 |
| Web browsing | 15.5 |
| Audio playback | 52 |
Video playback (claimed)
10h
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Wired charging standards
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Charging guidance
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PSREF lists a 5 to 11 V / 4.5 A (45 W max) USB-C PD 3.0 PPS adapter or no adapter, depending on country. Lenovo says 45 W needs a USB PD charger of at least 45 W, sold separately. EPREL lists the required charger output power as 45 W.2Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Lenovo_Tablets/Tab_Plus_Gen_2/Tab_Plus_Gen_2_Spec.htmlRead 10 October 2026Power Adapter section of PSREF, Lenovo press release charging disclaimer and EPREL item 18.
Charge 0 to 50 %
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Charge 0 to 100 %
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Reverse wired
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Charger in box
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Included charger
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Measured
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 GPU
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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3DMark stress test stability
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AnTuTu
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Manual SDR brightness (measured)
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Brightness with auto (measured)
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HDR brightness (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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Reflections (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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PWM up to brightness (measured)
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Stylus latency (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
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Battery tests (measured)
AApple iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Notebookcheck Wi-Fi | 13.38 |
| Notebookcheck idle | 25.67 |
| Notebookcheck load | 5.07 |
BLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2
Not availableFull charge time (measured)
Not available
Not available
Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
G6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property energy Class.
Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
72h6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property battery Endurance Per Cycle In Hours.
Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
1,000cycles6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 20261000 cycles on the energy label13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL battery Endurance In Cycles is stored in hundreds of cycles. Verified against manufacturer product information sheet and energy label. 1000 cycles.
Drop resistance class
E6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property repeated Free Fall Reliability Class.
Repairability class
C6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 202613Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property repairability Class.
SAR body (US)
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SAR body (EU)
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In the box
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In the box
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Links
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Product page
www.lenovo.com/es/es/p/LEN103L00381Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/DetailRead 8 October 2026Exact Lenovo PSREF SKU ZAHT0069GR, TB355FU, Greece, 8 GB LPDDR5 / 256 GB UFS 3.1, Celestial White, sleeve, no power adapter.8Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/tablets/lenovo-tab-plus-gen-2-reviewRead 8 October 2026Contemporaneous full review verifies current exact Tab Plus Gen 2 product identity and prominence. It tests US 8 GB/128 GB, so all its measured values are excluded from the selected EU 8 GB/256 GB reference.
Spec sheet
Manual
support.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-13-inch-m4-ipade5cbf6ca/ipados14Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/ipad/ipad-air-13-inch-m4-ipade5cbf6ca/ipadosRead 30 September 2026iPad User Guide, hardware chapter for this exact marketed model.
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EPREL registration number
25563006EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026A3461 Wi-Fi. A3462 Wi-Fi + Cellular is 2556301 with the same label values16EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/smartphonestablets20231669/2556300Read 30 September 2026Public EPREL product record. Model A3461. Property eprel Registration Number.
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2556300Read 28 September 2026EU: guarantee duration 12 months in EPREL. Statutory rights come on top13Regulatory filingregulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 30 September 2026EU product information sheet, A3461. Matching parameter in General product parameters / Repairability / Guarantee.
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