The Apple iPad A16 – 11th Gen (Wi-Fi/Cell, China) is a region-specific variant designed exclusively for mainland China. It features a powerful 3.4 GHz Apple A16 processor, 5-core CPU, 4-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine, packed in the same slim 10.9-inch Liquid Retina design as the global version.
This model supports eSIM only—no nano-SIM card slot—and delivers robust 5G (26 bands) and 4G LTE (29 bands) connectivity, although it lacks support for LTE bands 11 and 21, as well as 5G mmWave.
iPad A16 – 11th Gen China Version Tech Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | iPad A16 (Wi-Fi + Cellular, China) |
| Model Number | A3356 (EMC 8806), ID: iPad15,8 |
| Processor | Apple A16 (5-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine) |
| Processor Speed | 3.4 GHz |
| RAM | 6 GB (third-party confirmed) |
| Storage Options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Display | 10.9″ LED-backlit Liquid Retina (2360×1640, 264 ppi, 500 nits) |
| Touch ID | Yes, top button |
| Camera (Rear) | 12 MP Wide (up to 4K video) |
| Camera (Front) | 12 MP Ultra Wide (1080p + Center Stage) |
| Connectivity | 5G (Sub-6 GHz), 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C |
| SIM Support | eSIM only, no nano-SIM |
| Ports | USB-C, Smart Connector |
| Apple Pencil Support | 1st Gen & USB-C compatible |
| Keyboard Compatibility | Magic Keyboard Folio (MQDP3LL/A) |
| Battery Life | 9 hrs (cellular), 10 hrs (Wi-Fi), 28.93 Whr Li-Po |
| Dimensions (in) | 9.79 x 7.07 x 0.28 |
| Weight | 1.06 lbs (481 g) |
| Colors | Silver, Blue, Yellow, Pink |
| OS Support | Pre-installed iPadOS 18.3; upgradable to iPadOS 26 (no AI/Translation) |
| Audio Support | Dolby Atmos, FLAC, AAC, Apple Lossless |
| Video Support | HEVC, H.264, Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Accessories Included | USB-C charge cable, 20W USB-C adapter |
| Original Price (RMB) | ¥4,299 (128 GB), ¥4,799 (256 GB), ¥6,499 (512 GB) |
Key Differences from Global A16 Model
- LTE Band Support: This China-specific variant excludes LTE bands 11 and 21.
- Sales Territory: Only available within mainland China.
- Order Numbers (Examples):
- Silver: MD7U4CH/A (128 GB), MD7Y4CH/A (256 GB), MD8D4CH/A (512 GB)
- Blue, Yellow, Pink variations have separate unique identifiers
- Language & Compliance: Comes preloaded with regulatory-compliant regional firmware.
