iPad Air M3 11-inch vs 13-inch: which size fits you?
The 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air M3 have the same chip configuration, so this is a choice about screen space versus carrying size, not performance. We sell the 11-inch M3 Wi-Fi tablet; the 13-inch tablet is here for comparison only. We do sell 13-inch Air keyboards and folios for people who already own the larger Air.
Side by side: manufacturer specs
| Spec | 11-inch iPad Air (M3) | 13-inch iPad Air (M3) |
|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2360 by 1640 | 2732 by 2048 |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 600 nits |
| Weight (Wi-Fi model) | 1.01 pounds | 1.36 pounds |
| Height by width | 9.74 by 7.02 inches | 11.04 by 8.46 inches |
| Chip and memory | 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, 8GB RAM | 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU, 8GB RAM |
| Apple Pencil support | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) |
From Apple's tech specs (11-inch M3, 13-inch M3). Measured diagonally as rectangles the screens are 10.86 and 12.9 inches; the rounded corners make the viewable area a little smaller. Weights exclude any keyboard or case.
Think about the task and the bag
- Reading and notes on the move: start with the smaller footprint and ask whether its screen is enough for your material.
- Two documents side by side: decide whether the extra screen space is worth the larger, heavier tablet. The chip is the same.
- Typing on a keyboard: think about the whole setup; a keyboard or case adds bulk to either size.
Keyboards and folios are size-specific
Apple lists the 11-inch Air M3 for the Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch and Smart Folio for iPad Air 11-inch, and the 13-inch Air M3 for the 13-inch Magic Keyboard and 13-inch Smart Folio. The sizes do not swap. Both Magic Keyboards require iPadOS 18.3 or later.
- For an 11-inch Air: Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch at $229 USD; Smart Folio for iPad Air 11-inch at $65 USD.
- For a 13-inch Air you already own: Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch at $229 USD; Smart Folio for iPad Air 13-inch at $79 USD.
These are separate accessory listings, not a tablet bundle. Apple lists Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) for both sizes (compatibility list).
The tablet we sell
Our iPad Air (M3, 11") at $479 USD is the 11-inch 128GB Wi-Fi model, open-box, never used. The 13-inch tablet is here for comparison only; we do not sell it. Coming from an older Air? See iPad Air M3 vs M2.
Ordering from the US
iPad Air (M3, 11"): Open-box, never used. Free tracked shipping from Utah, USA, and it ships within 2 business days after payment confirms. Pay with crypto (BTC, ETH, USDC, USDT, SOL); card buyers can easily buy crypto first. Covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee: any reason, refunded in full. We also ship worldwide.
Common questions
Is the 13-inch iPad Air M3 faster than the 11-inch?
Apple lists the same 8-core CPU, 9-core GPU and 8GB RAM for both M3 Air sizes. The larger screen is not a faster chip.
How much do the iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi models weigh?
Apple lists 1.01 pounds for the 11-inch Wi-Fi model and 1.36 pounds for the 13-inch Wi-Fi model, without a keyboard or case.
Will an 11-inch iPad Air keyboard or case fit the 13-inch Air?
No. Apple lists each Magic Keyboard and Smart Folio for its matching Air size only. Match the exact model and size before ordering.
Does VoltVault sell the 13-inch iPad Air M3?
No. We sell the 11-inch iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi model. We also sell 13-inch iPad Air keyboards and folios as separate accessories.
Related guide
Manufacturer sources
Sources checked October 2026. Specifications and software requirements can change; the linked manufacturer pages are the authority.
- iPad Air 11-inch (M3) tech specs (Apple Support)
- iPad Air 13-inch (M3) tech specs (Apple Support)
- Apple Pencil compatibility (Apple Support)
- Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch tech specs (Apple Support)
- Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch tech specs (Apple Support)
- Smart Folio for iPad Air 11-inch, compatibility list (Apple)
- Smart Folio for iPad Air 13-inch, compatibility list (Apple)
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