Apple makes some of our favorite tablets, but figuring out which iPad is actually the newest can get confusing fast. Unlike iPhones, iPads don't follow a simple, easy-to-track numbering system, so model names alone don't always tell you much. That's where this guide comes in. We've broken down Apple's current lineup, highlighting the latest iPads and what each offers.
The newest Apple iPads are the M4-powered iPad Air models, which launched in March 2026. Other current models include the M5-powered iPad Pro and the 11th-generation iPad with an A16 chip, which were both released in 2025. Apple also still sells the iPad Mini, which launched in 2024. When you factor in different sizes, that adds up to six iPad models currently available. Below, we've listed them all from newest to oldest to make comparison easier.
- 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 is a detailed rundown of the newest iPads, along with an overview of what makes each one stand out. For more buying advice, check out our guide to the best iPads.
The newest iPad Air models
Apple updated its iPad Air lineup in March 2026, announcing new 11-inch and 13-inch models powered by the M4 chip. The new tablets are available to preorder now and will be released on March 11.
Compared to the previous-generation models, the 2026 iPad Airs make the jump from the M3 to the more powerful M4 chip. Apple says this latest model is up to 30% faster than the 2025 iPad Air. Most notably, the company says the M4's improved speed and GPU capabilities should enable better performance for editing and gaming. It also has faster memory bandwidth, which should help optimize AI applications.
The new M3 iPad Air models offer a relatively minor year-over-year performance upgrade.
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Like the brand's latest iPad Pro tablets, the new iPad Air models also use Apple's C1X modem for faster cellular speeds, and Apple's N1 wireless chip to enable WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread support.
With the same starting prices as last year's M3 models — $599 for the 11-inch model and $799 for the 13-inch — the M4 iPad Airs also retain the same Liquid Retina LED displays, Touch ID, landscape-oriented 12MP front camera, 12MP wide rear camera, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and the newer Apple Pencil Pro. The Pencil Pro features a "squeeze" sensor and a gyroscope, enabling a suite of exclusive functions. Storage options for both sizes range from 128GB to 1TB.
The newest iPad Pro models
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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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 thick for the 11-inch model and 5.1mm for the 13-inch. 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.
There are a few notable connectivity upgrades, too. The 2025 iPad Pro models with cellular now 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.
The 2025 iPads are also compatible with Apple's Magic Keyboard, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil Pro, and Smart Folio. Pricing remains the same as the last generation, with the new 11-inch iPad Pro starting at $999, and the 13-inch iPad Pro starting at $1,299.
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 provides a solid performance boost over its predecessor from 2022.
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The only other upgrade from the 10th-generation iPad is that Apple increased the base storage of the 11th-generation iPad from 64GB to 128GB, while maintaining the same entry-level price of $349. 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 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.
Starting at $499, 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 great pick if you want an iPad that perfectly 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.
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.
You can also find the model number etched on the back of most iPads, though note that the newest M3 iPad Air models don't include it there.
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.
Will there be new iPads in 2026?
Apple announced new iPad Air models in March 2026. Although not confirmed, rumors suggest that additional models are in development for later this year. Most notably, the 2024 iPad Mini is due for an upgrade as it's the oldest model in Apple's current lineup. According to a report by Bloomberg, the next iPad Mini is expected to feature an OLED screen and a more water-resistant design.
Do iPads go on sale often?
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 off the price throughout the year. And during big shopping events like Prime Day or Black Friday, discounts can jump to $150 on select models.
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