Apple iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi Only) 64, 256 GB Specs
Identifers: iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi) - MM9C3LL/A* - A2588 - 4041* - iPad13,16
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Note that this Wi-Fi Only model does not support cellular connectivity or A-GPS.
The iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi Only) features a fully-laminated, antireflective 10.9" LED-backlit 2360x1640 "Liquid Retina" display (264 ppi, 500 nits) surrounded by a thin black bezel and and packed in a thin case with rounded corners and flat sides. The back is one of five metallic color options -- dark "Space Gray", a warm gray "Starlight", Pink, Purple, or Blue.
This iPad Air is powered by a 3.2 GHz Apple M1 processor with 8 cores (4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores), an 8-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. It has 8 GB of RAM and is equipped with either 64 GB or 256 GB of flash storage. It also has "Touch ID" authentication sensor built into the top button as well as support for the Apple Pencil 2nd Gen (A2051, MU8F2AM/A, US$129) that conveniently charges via a magnetic connection on the side of the device. It has a front-mounted 12 megapixel "Ultra Wide" "FaceTime HD" camera that shoots up to 1080p video -- complete with support for the clever "Center Stage" technology that automatically pans and zooms to keep subjects in frame -- and a rear-mounted 12 megapixel "Wide" camera that shoots up to 4K video.
In addition to a USB-C port, other connectivity includes 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) with HT80 with MIMO capability and Bluetooth 5.0. It has dual microphones and stereo speakers. Battery life is reportedly 10 hours of "surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video."
Compared to its predecessor, the iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi Only) -- and its cellular-equipped brethren -- have faster processors, improved connectivity, and better cameras.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the iPad Air 5 models? (In-Depth)
- What are all the differences between the iPad Air 5 and the iPad Air 4 it replaced? (In-Depth)
- What are the "pros and cons" of the iPad Air 5? Is it the iPad for me? (Quick Read)
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| Introduction Date: |
March 8, 2022 |
Discontinued Date: |
May 7, 2024 |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*This model was introduced on March 8, 2022, was first available for pre-order on March 11, 2022, and was first available in stores on March 18, 2022.
Also see: All iPad models introduced in 2022. |
| Processors: |
1 (8 Cores) |
Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 2 is not compatible with this iPad. This number is an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all Geekbench 2 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,16 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, please see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,16 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,16 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
7532 |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
27778 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,16 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1711 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
7128 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the iOS are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for devices with the iPad13,16 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
3.2 GHz* |
Processor Type: |
Apple M1 |
| Details: |
*The iPad Air (5th Gen) models use a 5 nm, 64-bit Apple M1 processor (SoC) with eight cores (4 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores). Third-party software reports that it has a clockspeed of 3.2 GHz. It also has an 8-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine.
Also see: How fast is the iPad Air 5 compared to earlier iPad Air models? How fast is it compared to the iPad mini and iPad Pro? |
| Onboard RAM: |
8 GB* |
Storage Capacity: |
64, 256 GB |
| Details: |
*The iPad Air 5th Gen models have 8 GB of onboard RAM. |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge (USB-C*) |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
*The iPad Air 5th Gen models have a single USB-C port -- USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) -- that can connect to a computer, power outlet, and some cameras and peripherals. The charger is 20W. |
| Connectivity: |
USB 3.1* (USB-C) |
Ports: |
USB-C, Smart Connector, Magnetic Connector |
| Details: |
The iPad Air 5th Gen has a USB-C port with USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) support as well as a Smart Connector for a keyboard and a Magnetic Connector designed to charge the Apple Pencil 2nd Gen (A2051, EMC 3231). |
| Case Type: |
Tablet |
Form Factor: |
iPad Air 5th Gen |
| Details: |
The iPad Air 5th Gen models have an aluminum case with flat sides and no "Home" button. |
| Housing Color: |
Black (Colors)* |
Controller: |
Multi-touch |
| Details: |
*The iPad Air 5th Gen models are available with a black glass front and a choice of either a dark "Space Gray," warm gray "Starlight," Pink, Purple, or Blue aluminum back. |
| Built-in Display: |
10.9" Liquid Retina* |
Display Resolution: |
2360x1640 (264 ppi) |
| Details: |
*The 10.9-inch iPad Air 5th Gen models have a fully-laminated 10.9" LED-backlit 2360x1640 "Liquid Retina" display (264 ppi, 500 nits brightness). It supports wide-color (P3) as well as True Tone technology, which evaluates the color temperature and ambient brightness of your surroundings and dynamically adjusts the display's white balance to match. It additionally has a fingerprint-resistant oleophobic (oil repellent) and antireflectant coating (1.8% reflectivity). It has no "Home" button.
Also see: Can the iPad models be used as an external display for a Mac or PC? How?
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| Standard Wireless: |
802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5.0 |
| Details: |
All iPad Air 5th Gen configurations support 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies (simultaneous dual band) as well as HT80 with MIMO. They support Bluetooth 5.0, as well. |
| Cell Network: |
Wi-Fi Only* |
Camera: |
12 Megapixels** |
| Details: |
*This iPad Air 5th Gen model does not support cellular networking, only Wi-Fi.
**The iPad Air 5th Gen has one rear camera and one front camera.
The rear camera is a 12 megapixel "Wide" camera with an f/1.8 aperture and a five-element lens. It supports digital zoom up to 5x, autofocus with Focus Pixels, Panorama support, and more. It supports still photographs, 4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps and 1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps. It also has slo‑mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps.
The front mounted "FaceTime HD" camera is a 12 megapixel "Ultra Wide" camera with a 122-degree field of view and an f/2.4 aperture. It supports 1080p video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, and 60 fps. The front camera also supports "Center Stage" technology that automatically pans and zooms to keep subjects in frame. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Polymer (28.6 W hr) |
Battery Life (Music): |
10 Hours* |
| Details: |
*Apple estimates that this iPad Air 5th Gen provides "up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video". |
| Battery Life (Voice): |
N/A |
Standby Time: |
N/A |
| Details: |
Apple does not report the standby time for the iPad Air 5th Gen.
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| Apple Order No: |
MM9C3LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi) |
| Details: |
*MM9C3LL/A is the order number for this model in "Space Gray" with 64 GB of storage. In "Space Gray" with 256 GB of storage, the order number is MM9L3LL/A. With 64 GB and 256 GB of storage, respectively, the order numbers in "Starlight" are MM9F3LL/A and MM9P3LL/A; Pink are MM9D3LL/A and MM9M3LL/A; Purple are MME23LL/A and MME63LL/A; and Blue are MM9E3LL/A and MM9N3LL/A. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2588 (EMC 4041*) |
Model ID: |
iPad13,16 |
| Details: |
The Model Number (external) is unique to this model.
*Please note that the EMC number is not externally listed on this device.
Also see: All iPads with the A2588 Model Number, the 4041* EMC Number, and the iPad13,16 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
iPadOS 15.4 (19E241) |
Maximum OS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This model fully supports iPadOS 15. It also supports iPadOS 16, but it does not support the advanced Reference Mode and Accessibility Detection features. It does support the Stage Manager features to improve multitasking, except for full external display support.
Likewise, this model supports iPadOS 17, but it lacks support for the minor Screen Distance and External Camera for FaceTime features.
Finally, this model fully supports the current version of the iPadOS --iPadOS 18.
Also see: Which iPad models support iPadOS 18? Do some models "partially" support iPadOS 18? Which ones? |
| Dimensions: |
9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24 |
Avg. Weight: |
1.02 lbs. (461 g) |
| Details: |
The iPad Air 5th Gen (held vertically) is 9.74 inches tall, 7.02 inches wide, and 0.24 of an inch deep (247.6 mm x 178.5 mm x 6.1 mm).
This iPad Air 5th Gen equipped only with Wi-Fi weighs 1.02 pounds (461 g). |
| Mac Support: |
OS X 10.11.6* |
Windows Support: |
Windows 7* |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that the iPad Air 5th Gen models, if syncing with iTunes is desired, is compatible with a Mac running OS X 10.11.6 (El Capitan) through macOS 10.14.6 (Mojave) and iTunes 12.8 or later or a Windows PC running Windows 7 or later and iTunes 12.10 or later. It also supports syncing with the Finder running macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later. |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPad Air 5th Gen models support "AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos." |
| Video Support: |
Apple reports that the iPad Air 5th Gen models support "HEVC and H.264" video playback including "Dolby Vision and HDR10 content." |
| Incl. Accessories: |
The iPad Air 5th Gen models also include a USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter) and a 20W USB-C power adapter.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells accessories like cases, stands, keyboards, speakers and more for this iPad. |
| Original Price: |
US$599, US$749* |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$500-US$700 |
| Details: |
*This iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi) model originally cost US$599 with 64 GB of storage and US$749 with 256 GB of storage regardless of color.
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
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Global original prices for the iPad Air 5th Gen (Wi-Fi Only) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region. Please note that prices with an asterisk (*) are bound by carrier contractual obligations.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$749, C$949 |
Brazil: |
R$6.799, R$8.399 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $15,499, $19,699 |
United States: |
US$599, US$749* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€679, €849 |
Belgium: |
€699, €869 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 5,299, 6,699 |
Finland: |
€709, €879 |
| France: |
€699, €869 |
Germany: |
€679, €849 |
| Ireland: |
€709, €879 |
Italy: |
€699, €869 |
| Luxembourg: |
€675,90, €840,27 |
Netherlands: |
€698,50, €868,50 |
| Norway: |
NOK 6.990, 8.790 |
Portugal: |
€709, €879 |
| Spain: |
€679, €849 |
Sweden: |
SEK 7.495, 9.295 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 649, 819 |
United Kingdom: |
£569, £719 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 4,399, 5,499 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$4,799, HK$5,999 |
| India: |
Rs 54,900, 68,900 |
Indonesia: |
Rp 10,999,000, 13,999,000 |
| Japan: |
¥74,800, ¥92,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 779,000, 979,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 2699, 3349 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 35,990, 44,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$879, S$1,099 |
Taiwan: |
NT$17,900, NT$22,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 20,900, 25,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 16,990,000, 19,990,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$929, A$1159 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$1049, NZ$1299 |
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