Apple
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
128GB · 2024
87
/ 100
From $899
VS
Apple
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
256GB · 2024
87
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB lands at 87 and iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Pick iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB 87
vs 87 iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
Score breakdown
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
87 performance 87
display 85
battery 86
portability 88
software 83
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
87 performance 87
display 85
battery 86
portability 88
software 83
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB | iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | 128GB | ▲ 256GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
Pros
- +Portable creative canvas
- +Strong SoC
- +App ecosystem matures per year
Cons
- −Keyboard/pen extra cost
- −RAM often soldered
- −Mid-tier cameras
FAQ: iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB vs iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB
Which is better, iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB? +
Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB worth the price? +
At $899, iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in portability.
Is iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB worth the price? +
At $999, iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in portability.
Does iPad Air 13 (M2) · 128GB or iPad Air 13 (M2) · 256GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.