iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024)
The 2024 iPad Air with M2 silicon and a new 13" option.
The Apple iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) is a flagship Apple smartphone released May 2024, with a launch price of $599. It pairs the Apple M2 with a 11" or 13" LCD display, a 12 MP main camera and a 7,606 mAh (11") / 9,757 mAh (13") battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 82/100 — The first 13" iPad Air. Standout strengths: m2 + first 13" ipad air. and wi-fi 6e + apple pencil pro. Main trade-off: still 60 hz lcd.
The first 13" iPad Air.
iPad Air (M2) brought M2 silicon and a new bigger 13" option to the mid-tier iPad — closer to Pro than ever.
Read the full review- M2 + first 13" iPad Air.
- Wi-Fi 6E + Apple Pencil Pro.
- 128 GB base storage standard.
- Landscape selfie camera.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) compares
| iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) | Galaxy S25 Ultra | iPhone 15 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 82 | 89 | 82 |
| Chipset | Apple M2 | SD 8 Elite | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Display | 11" or 13" LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" OLED 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 48 MP · f/1.6 |
| Battery | 7,606 mAh (11") / 9,757 mAh (13") | 5,000 mAh | 4,383 mAh |
| Launch price | $599 | $1,299 | $899 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) released?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) was released in May 2024.
How much does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) cost?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) launched at $599 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) screen size and type?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) has a 11" or 13" LCD display.
What chipset does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) use?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) is powered by the Apple M2 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) have?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) battery capacity?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) has a 7,606 mAh (11") / 9,757 mAh (13") battery.
How fast does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) charge?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) supports USB-C wired charging.
What is the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) main camera?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) has a 12 MP main camera.
Does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) have a headphone jack?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) get software updates?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) update policy: To iPadOS 18+.
How much does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) weigh?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) weighs 462 g / 617 g.
What colours does the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) come in?
The iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) is available in 4 colours: Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight.
Is the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) worth buying?
iPad Air (M2) brought M2 silicon and a new bigger 13" option to the mid-tier iPad — closer to Pro than ever. SpecEagle gives the iPad Air (6th gen, M2, 2024) an editorial score of 82/100.
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