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Should you buy it?
The 2026 iPad Air steps up to an M4 with an 8-core CPU and 9-core GPU, plus 12GB of unified memory. Apple's N1 chip brings Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread, and cellular models add the C1X modem with 5G and eSIM. It's quick and future-proof for creative work. The display is still 60Hz, there's no Face ID, and M2 or M3 Air owners have little reason to upgrade.
Best for
First-time premium tablet buyers and owners of older iPads
Not for
M2 or M3 iPad Air owners and anyone who wants 120Hz
Main strengthM4 chip with 12GB of unified memory
Main weaknessStill a 60Hz display
Reasons to buy
M4 chip with 12GB of unified memory
Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 via the N1 chip
5G and eSIM on cellular models
Future-proof for creative work
Reasons to avoid
Still a 60Hz display
No Face ID
Little reason to upgrade from M2 or M3
Measured view8.8/10What the pros say.
