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The newest iPad models include the M4-powered iPad Air.
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Apple’s iPads are popular tablets, and the brand offers several models. But while there are plenty of iPads to choose from, figuring out which ones are actually the newest isn’t straightforward. Unlike Apple’s iPhone lineup, iPads don’t follow a simple numbering system, so model names alone don’t tell you how new an iPad is. And that can be confusing since some stores may still carry older models. That’s where this guide comes in. We’ll walk you through the newest iPads, show you how to identify them, and explain what each one offers.
Right now, the newest iPads are the M4-powered iPad Air models, which were released in March 2026. Apple’s current lineup also includes the M5-powered iPad Pro, the standard iPad with an A16 chip, and the iPad Mini with an A17 Pro chip. Once you factor in different sizes, there are six iPads to choose from. Here’s the current lineup, listed from the newest iPad to the oldest:
iPad Air 13-inch, M4 (2026)
iPad Air 11-inch, M4 (2026)
iPad Pro 13-inch, M5 (2025)
iPad Pro 11-inch, M5 (2025)
iPad: 11th-generation, A16 (2025)
iPad Mini: 7th-generation, A17 Pro (2024)
Below, you’ll find a complete breakdown of the latest iPads, including what makes each one worth considering and full pricing details.
Editor’s note: A new iPad Mini model is heavily rumored to debut at an upcoming Apple event on October 27 and 28. We’ll add details for any new iPad models to this roundup once they’re announced.
The newest iPads, compared
Release date Chip Sizes Starting price
iPad Air March 2026 M4 11- and 13-inch $749
iPad Pro October 2025 M5 11- and 13-inch $1,199
iPad March 2025 A16 11-inch $449
iPad Mini October 2024 A17 Pro 8.3-inch $599
The newest iPad Air models
Apple iPad Air M4 (13-inch, 2026) at Amazon
Apple refreshed its iPad Air lineup in March 2026 with new 11-inch and 13-inch models .
This latest generation makes the jump from the brand’s M3 chip to its newer M4, which Apple says delivers up to a 30% performance boost. Along with faster overall speeds, the upgraded chip should make a noticeable difference in gaming and creative work, while faster memory bandwidth is designed to better handle AI-driven tasks.
The new M4 iPad Air models promise improved performance for multimedia editing and AI applications.
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The new iPad Air offers the same connectivity upgrades as the latest iPad Pro. That includes Apple’s C1X modem for quicker cellular performance and the N1 wireless chip, which adds support for WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread.
Beyond their new chip and connectivity options, the M4-powered iPad Airs carry over the same core design and feature set as their predecessors. They still have a Liquid Retina LED display, Touch ID support, a 12MP front camera, and a 12MP rear camera. Both sizes support the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and the newer Apple Pencil Pro , which adds features such as a squeeze sensor and a gyroscope. Storage options range from 128GB to 1TB.
Though the 2026 iPad Air originally launched at the same price as the previous generation, Apple has since increased its prices. The 11-inch model now starts at $749, up from $599, and the 13-inch starts at $949, up from $799.
The 2026 11-inch iPad Air model numbers are A3459 for the WiFi-only edition and A3460 for the WiFi + Cellular option. Meanwhile, the model numbers for the latest 13-inch iPad Air are A3461 for the WiFi edition and A3462 for the WiFi + Cellular model.
The newest iPad Pro models
Apple iPad Pro M5 (13-inch, 2025) at Amazon
Apple’s latest high-end iPad Pro arrived in October 2025. Both the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models received a major under-the-hood upgrade. Instead of the M4 chip found in the 2024 models, these new Pros run on Apple’s M5 processor.
The M5 is the most powerful chip ever used in an iPad, built to deliver noticeable gains in AI and 3D performance over the M4. That makes these tablets a better match for power users who run demanding apps, advanced AI workflows, or high-end games. Apple has also improved memory bandwidth and storage, which should help with smoother multitasking and faster read and write performance.
Apple’s new M5-powered iPad Pros are built for AI tasks, 3D gaming, and highly intensive apps.
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There are a few notable connectivity upgrades, too. The 2025 iPad Pro models with cellular use Apple’s C1X modem, which the company says can deliver up to a 50% boost in data performance compared to the M4 versions. Apple has also added its new N1 wireless chip, which supports WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread.
On the outside, Apple didn’t mess with a good thing. The new iPad Pros keep the ultra-thin design of their predecessors, measuring just 5.3mm for the 11-inch model and 5.1mm for the 13-inch model. Each model also sticks with Apple’s Tandem OLED display, introduced on the previous-gen iPad Pros, which offers better contrast and sharper clarity than standard LED screens.
The 2025 iPads are also compatible with Apple’s Magic Keyboard , Apple Pencil (USB-C) , Apple Pencil Pro , and Smart Folio . Pricing was initially the same as the last generation, but Apple has since increased prices. The new 11-inch iPad Pro now starts at $1,199, and the 13-inch iPad Pro starts at $1,499.
The latest 11-inch iPad Pro model numbers are A3357 for the standard WiFi model and A3358 for the WiFi + Cellular model. The model numbers for the 13-inch iPad Pros are A3360 for the standard WiFi model and A3361 for the WiFi + Cellular model.
The newest standard iPad
Apple released its newest standard iPad, the 11th-generation iPad , featuring an A16 chipset and an 11-inch screen, in March 2025.
The new entry-level iPad is solely an internal upgrade from its predecessor, the 10th-generation iPad from 2022. Apple says the new tablet’s A16 chip is nearly 30% faster than the previous model’s A14 Bionic processor. However, the A16 processor is almost three years old, and that does lead to some limitations. Most notably, the 2025 iPad is the sole tablet in Apple’s current lineup that’s incompatible with Apple Intelligence .
The new standard iPad’s A16 chip offers a solid performance boost over its 2022 predecessor.
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The only other upgrade from the 10th-generation iPad is an increase in the base storage from 64GB to 128GB. The company also added a 512GB storage tier, new to the standard iPad. The 11th-generation iPad retains the same design and features as its predecessor, including Touch ID, USB-C, a landscape-oriented 12MP front camera, a 12MP wide rear camera, and support for the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and first-generation Apple Pencil .
The standard iPad initially cost $349 at launch, but in June 2026, Apple increased the starting price to $449. The 11th-generation iPad’s model numbers are A3354 for the standard WiFi model and A3355 for the WiFi + Cellular version.
Visit our guide to the 2025 iPad launch for more information.
The newest iPad Mini
Apple released its latest iPad Mini, the seventh-generation iPad Mini (A17 Pro) , in October 2024, which makes it the oldest iPad in the brand’s current lineup. On that note, industry rumors suggest that an eighth-generation model will be released before the end of the year, with a late October reveal highly likely. Until then, however, this seventh-generation model remains the newest iPad Mini in stores.
Starting at $599, the seventh-generation iPad Mini is a midrange option between the standard iPad and the latest premium iPad Pro and Air models. It’s a solid pick if you want an iPad that balances portability and performance.
Apple’s seventh-generation iPad Mini is the cheapest iPad compatible with Apple Intelligence.
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The latest iPad Mini continues Apple’s modern tablet design with narrow borders and flat edges. It features the same 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display as its predecessor, the sixth-generation iPad Mini from 2021.
The seventh-generation iPad Mini is powered by the A17 Pro processor, introduced in the iPhone 15 Pro models, making it the least expensive iPad model that can run Apple Intelligence. The capable processor also runs apps and games quickly and smoothly, whether basic or intensive.
Upgrades from the previous sixth-generation iPad Mini include support for Apple Pencil Pro , though the new tablet has lost its predecessor’s support for the second-generation Apple Pencil. The seventh-generation iPad Mini also supports the Apple Pencil (USB-C) . Base storage has also been upgraded from 64GB in the previous generation to 128GB, and it is now available in 256GB and 512GB options.
The seventh-generation iPad Mini’s model numbers are A2993 for the standard WiFi model and A2995 for the WiFi + Cellular model.
Is Apple releasing new iPads in 2026?
Apple released new iPad Air models in March 2026. Although not confirmed, rumors suggest that a new iPad Mini will be revealed on October 27, with availability this year as well.
According to a Bloomberg report , the new eighth-generation iPad Mini will feature an OLED screen and a more water-resistant design. It’s also expected to use the A20 Pro chip and 12GB of RAM, which should deliver a sizable performance boost over the A17 Pro and 8GB used in the current iPad Mini.
Meanwhile, industry rumors now point toward a 2027 release for the next-generation standard iPad.
Did Apple raise iPad prices?
Yes, on June 25, Apple raised the prices of several devices across its online and retail stores, including iPads. The price hike is due to rising storage and memory costs, which have increased the price of manufacturing certain Apple products. Various iPads are now up to $200 more than they originally cost. Here’s a full breakdown of price increases for each iPad model.
Old Apple retail price New Apple retail price
iPad Air 11-inch, M4 $599 $749
iPad Air 13-inch, M4 $799 $949
iPad Pro 11-inch, M5 $999 $1,199
iPad Pro 13-inch, M5 $1,299 $1,499
iPad: 11th-generation, A16 $349 $449
iPad Mini $499 $599
Do iPads get good deals?
Apple almost never discounts iPads on its own website or in its retail stores, but that doesn’t mean deals are hard to find. Retailers like Amazon regularly put iPads on sale, often knocking about $50 to $100 off the price throughout the year. However, since the June price hike, we’ve yet to see any iPad models drop below their original pre-increase prices.
How to figure out which iPad you own
All of Apple’s latest iPads share a similar design, making it tricky to tell them apart at a glance. Fortunately, every iPad has a model number that reveals exactly which version and generation it belongs to.
As noted in bold at the end of each section above, an iPad’s model number is a short code that begins with a letter and is followed by four digits. For example, “A2995” identifies the WiFi + Cellular version of the seventh-generation iPad Mini.
If you’re not sure which iPad you have, you can check by opening the Settings app and navigating to General > About . In the top section, you’ll see either the model number (e.g., A2995) or a part number formatted with letters, numbers, and a slash (like XXXXXXX/A). If you see the latter, tap it to reveal the true model number.
Note that specific iPad models support different iterations of the Apple Pencil. For a comprehensive list of Apple styluses and compatible tablets, see our guide to Apple Pencil compatibility .
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