The Apple iPad Air M3 11-Inch (Wi-Fi Only) introduces a powerful M3 chip in a lightweight, elegant form, continuing Apple’s push to bring desktop-level performance to the Air series. With no cellular or GPS support, this model is focused purely on high-speed Wi-Fi functionality and offline productivity.
The 2025 iPad Air M3 offers a fully laminated 10.86″ Liquid Retina display, wide color support (P3), and a fingerprint-resistant, anti-reflective coating. It supports Apple Pencil Pro and new Magic Keyboard models, bringing advanced creative and productivity tools to a mainstream iPad price point.
iPad Air M3 – 11-Inch (Wi-Fi Only): At a Glance
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | iPad Air M3 (Wi-Fi Only) |
| Model ID | iPad15,3 |
| Apple Model No. | A3266 (EMC 8776) |
| Processor | Apple M3 – 8-core CPU (4 performance + 4 efficiency), 9-core GPU |
| Speed | 4.05 GHz |
| Neural Engine | 16-core |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage Options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Display | 10.86″ Fully Laminated Liquid Retina, 2360 x 1640 (264 ppi), Wide-Color (P3), True Tone |
| Camera – Rear | 12 MP Wide, up to 4K video |
| Camera – Front | 12 MP Ultra Wide, Center Stage, 1080p |
| Audio | Dual stereo speakers (landscape), Dual microphones |
| Security | Touch ID (Top Button) |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB 3, up to 10 Gb/s), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Cellular/GPS | None – Wi-Fi Only |
| OS | iPadOS 18.3 pre-installed; Supports iPadOS 26 + Apple Intelligence |
| Accessories | Apple Pencil Pro, Smart/Magic Keyboard (white variant available) |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hrs surfing via Wi-Fi or watching video, 28.93 Whr battery |
| Ports | USB-C, Smart Connector, Magnetic Connector |
| Dimensions (in) | 9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24 |
| Weight | 1.01 lbs (460 g) |
| Color Options | Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray |
| Original Price | US$599 (128 GB), US$699 (256 GB), US$899 (512 GB), US$1099 (1 TB) |
Key Improvements Over iPad Air M2
- New M3 chip delivers up to 2x the graphics performance compared to M1.
- USB 3 (10 Gb/s) improves file transfer and external drive speeds.
- Wide-color P3 and anti-reflective coating enhance creative output and readability.
- New keyboard and Apple Pencil options expand functionality for creators and professionals.
Notable Limitations
- No ProMotion Display: Screen remains at 60Hz.
- No GPS or Cellular: Wi-Fi only; not ideal for travel without hotspot support.
- No Face ID: Touch ID remains the only biometric authentication.
