The Apple iPad Air M3 11″ (Wi-Fi+Cell) combines power, mobility, and global connectivity. This 2025 model supports 5G, 4G LTE, and GPS/GNSS, making it ideal for users who need internet access and navigation on the go. It shares most internals with the Wi-Fi-only version but expands functionality with cellular hardware and eSIM-only design.
iPad Air M3 11″ (Wi-Fi+Cell): Full Tech Breakdown
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model ID | iPad15,4 |
| Apple Model No. | A3267 (EMC 8777) |
| Order No. (Blue 128GB) | MCFW4LL/A |
| Processor | Apple M3 – 4.05 GHz, 8-core CPU (4P + 4E), 9-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 8 GB (all storage variants) |
| Storage Options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Display | 10.86″ LED-backlit Liquid Retina, 2360×1640 (264 ppi), P3 color, True Tone |
| Camera (Rear) | 12 MP Wide, 4K video |
| Camera (Front) | 12 MP Ultra Wide (landscape), Center Stage, 1080p video |
| Speakers | Dual landscape stereo |
| Microphones | Dual |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Cellular | 4G LTE (31 bands), 5G (26 bands), no mmWave, eSIM only, GPS/GNSS enabled |
| Ports | USB-C (USB 3, up to 10 Gb/s), Smart Connector, Magnetic Connector |
| Biometrics | Touch ID (Top button) |
| Battery Life | 9 hrs (cellular), 10 hrs (Wi-Fi) |
| Battery Type | 28.93 Whr Lithium Polymer |
| Apple Pencil Support | Apple Pencil Pro and USB-C Pencil |
| Keyboard Support | Magic Keyboard (white and black), Smart Keyboard Folio |
| Pre-installed OS | iPadOS 18.3 (22D2062) |
| Max OS Supported | iPadOS 26 – fully supports Apple Intelligence |
| Dimensions (in) | 9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24 |
| Weight | 1.01 lbs (460 g) |
| Color Options | Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray |
| Audio Codecs | AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital/Plus, Dolby Atmos |
| Video Formats | HEVC, H.264, ProRes, Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Included Accessories | 1m USB-C Charge Cable, 20W USB-C Power Adapter |
| Price (Launch) | US$749 (128 GB), US$849 (256 GB), US$1049 (512 GB), US$1249 (1 TB) |
| Mac Compatibility | macOS 10.13 and newer |
| Windows Compatibility | Windows 10 and newer |
Key Advantages of the iPad Air M3 11″ Cellular Model
- 5G + GPS: Adds location tracking and on-the-go connectivity via 5G and LTE.
- Apple M3 Processor: Delivers laptop-class performance with energy efficiency.
- Pro Creativity Support: Compatible with Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard.
- Global Reach: eSIM support ensures seamless connectivity in supported regions.
Notable Limitations
- No mmWave 5G: Limited to sub-6 GHz bands for cellular performance.
- No SIM slot: Only supports eSIM, which may restrict use in some regions.
- No Face ID or ProMotion: Uses Touch ID and has standard 60Hz refresh rate.
