iPad Air
First iPad Air.
The Apple iPad Air is a tablet Apple smartphone released Nov 2013, with a launch price of $499. It pairs the Apple A7 with a 9.7" Retina display, a capable main camera and a 8,827 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 75/100 — iPad Air (1st gen). Standout strengths: first ipad air — 469 g. and retina + a7 64-bit. Main trade-off: 1 gb ram.
iPad Air (1st gen).
First iPad Air slimmed the 9.7" iPad to 469 g — Apple's 2013 lightweight Retina tablet.
Read the full review- First iPad Air — 469 g.
- Retina + A7 64-bit.
- 8.8 Ah battery.
- Slimmer than iPad 4.
Full specifications
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How the iPad Air compares
| iPad Air | Redmi Note 13 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 75 | 75 | 76 |
| Chipset | Apple A7 | SD 7s Gen 2 | Apple A14 Bionic |
| Display | 9.7" Retina | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.7" OLED 60 Hz |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP · f/1.65 | 12 MP · f/1.6 |
| Battery | 8,827 mAh | 5,100 mAh | 3,687 mAh |
| Launch price | $499 | $299 | $1,099 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPad Air released?
The iPad Air was released in Nov 2013.
How much does the iPad Air cost?
The iPad Air launched at $499 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPad Air screen size and type?
The iPad Air has a 9.7" Retina display.
What chipset does the iPad Air use?
The iPad Air is powered by the Apple A7 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPad Air have?
The iPad Air ships with 1 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPad Air battery capacity?
The iPad Air has a 8,827 mAh battery.
What colours does the iPad Air come in?
The iPad Air is available in 2 colours: Silver, Space Gray.
Is the iPad Air worth buying?
First iPad Air slimmed the 9.7" iPad to 469 g — Apple's 2013 lightweight Retina tablet. SpecEagle gives the iPad Air an editorial score of 75/100.
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