The Apple iPad Air M3 13″ (Wi-Fi Only) brings desktop-class performance to a large-screen tablet, ideal for creators and professionals. It is Model A3268 with identifier iPad15,5 and comes with no cellular connectivity or GPS/GNSS, making it a pure Wi-Fi powerhouse.
Introduced in March 2025, this model features a vivid 12.9-inch Liquid Retina display, the powerful Apple M3 chip, and support for Apple Pencil Pro, making it ideal for multitasking, drawing, video editing, and productivity.
iPad Air M3 13″ (Wi-Fi Only): At a Glance
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model ID | iPad15,5 |
| Apple Model No. | A3268 (EMC 8778) |
| Order No. (Blue 128GB) | MCNJ4LL/A |
| Processor | Apple M3 – 4.05 GHz, 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage Options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Display | 12.9″ LED-backlit Liquid Retina, 2732×2048 (264 ppi), 600 nits, True Tone |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP Wide, 4K video |
| Front Camera | 12 MP Ultra Wide, Center Stage, 1080p video |
| Audio | Dual landscape stereo speakers |
| Microphones | Dual |
| Connectivity | USB 3 via USB-C, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Cellular | None (Wi-Fi Only) |
| Ports | USB-C, Smart Connector, Magnetic Connector |
| Biometric ID | Touch ID (Top button) |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours on Wi-Fi |
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer (36.59 Whr) |
| Stylus Support | Apple Pencil Pro, USB-C Apple Pencil |
| Keyboard Support | Magic Keyboard (2025 & earlier), Smart Keyboard Folio |
| Pre-installed OS | iPadOS 18.3 (22D2062) |
| Max OS Supported | iPadOS 26 (Supports Apple Intelligence AI) |
| Dimensions (inches) | 11.04 x 8.46 x 0.24 |
| Weight | 1.36 lbs (616 g) |
| Color Options | Blue, Purple, Starlight, Space Gray |
| Audio Codecs | AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital/Plus, Dolby Atmos |
| Video Codecs | HEVC, H.264, ProRes, Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Included Accessories | USB-C Charge Cable (1 meter), 20W USB-C Power Adapter |
| Original Price (US) | $799 (128 GB), $899 (256 GB), $1099 (512 GB), $1299 (1 TB) |
Notable Differences from iPad Air M3 11″ (Wi-Fi+Cell, China)
| Feature | 13″ (Wi-Fi Only) | 11″ (Wi-Fi+Cell, China) |
|---|---|---|
| Cellular | ❌ Not supported | ✅ 5G/4G LTE + eSIM |
| GPS/GNSS | ❌ Not included | ✅ Included |
| Display Size | 12.9″ @ 2732×2048 (600 nits) | 10.86″ @ 2360×1640 (500 nits) |
| Battery Capacity | 36.59 Whr (10 hrs Wi-Fi) | 28.93 Whr (9 hrs cell, 10 hrs Wi-Fi) |
| Dimensions | 11.04 x 8.46 x 0.24 | 9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24 |
| Weight | 1.36 lbs (616g) | 1.01 lbs (460g) |
| Model Identifier | iPad15,5 – A3268 | iPad15,4 – A3270 |
