iPad (A16) vs iPad Air 11-inch (M4)
UAE prices checked October 2026.
Quick answerThe iPad (A16) is AED 1,000 cheaper at starting price.
iPad (A16) is best for: Kids, parents, streaming and school work.
iPad Air 11-inch (M4) is best for: Students and anyone who wants a serious iPad without Pro pricing.
iPad (A16) is best for: Kids, parents, streaming and school work.
iPad Air 11-inch (M4) is best for: Students and anyone who wants a serious iPad without Pro pricing.
Specs side by side
| iPad (A16) | iPad Air 11-inch (M4) | |
|---|---|---|
| UAE price | From AED 1,999 | From AED 2,999 |
| Official UAE warranty | Yes | Yes |
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD), 500 nits | 11-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD) |
| Chip | A16 | Apple M4 |
| RAM | Not published by Apple | 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear cameras | 12MP wide | 12MP wide |
| Front camera | 12MP Center Stage (landscape) | 12MP Center Stage (landscape) |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) | Up to 10 hours web or video (Apple claim) |
| Weight | 477g (Wi-Fi) | 464g (Wi-Fi) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6; 5G models available | Wi-Fi 7; 5G models available |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil (USB-C) or 1st generation, sold separately | Apple Pencil Pro or Apple Pencil (USB-C), sold separately |
| Durability | No water-resistance rating | No water-resistance rating |
| Software | iPadOS 27 | iPadOS 27 |
Our take on each
iPad (A16)
The sensible family iPad. If you want Apple Intelligence or plan to draw a lot, step up to the iPad Air.
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iPad Air 11-inch (M4)
The iPad I recommend most. Get 256GB if you keep photos or videos on it.
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