An interesting situation: the M4 Pro is currently cheaper than the M4 Air.
Short answer
iPad Pro 11 (M4) - Tandem OLED 120 Hz, four speakers, 5.3 mm and 444 g, cheaper. iPad Air 11 (M4) - 12 GB RAM in every version and a 128 GB option.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi | Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple M4 | Apple M4 |
| Display | 10.86", IPS LCD, 2360×1640, 60 Hz | 11", Tandem OLED, 2420×1668, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/128 GB, 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB, 12/1024 GB | 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 16/1024 GB, 16/2048 GB |
| Rear cameras | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Stylus | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Speakers | stereo | 4 |
| Thickness / weight | 6.1 mm / 464 g | 5.3 mm / 444 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chip
Apple M4 - the same.
Display
10.86" IPS 60 Hz vs 11" Tandem OLED 2420×1668 120 Hz.
Memory
12 GB RAM on the Air; the Pro has 8 GB in the 256/512 GB versions and 16 GB in the 1-2 TB versions.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Get the iPad Pro 11 (M4) while it's cheaper.
- iPad Air 11 (M4) - if you want 12 GB RAM in the base version.
FAQ
Is the chip the same?
Yes, Apple M4.
Do both support Apple Pencil Pro?
Yes.
Which is cheaper?
The iPad Pro 11 (M4).