Apple
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard
256GB · 2025
90
/ 100
From $1,348
VS
Apple
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB
128GB · 2025
90
/ 100
From $899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard lands at 90 and iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Pick iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard 90
vs 90 iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB
Score breakdown
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard
90 performance 90
display 88
battery 86
portability 88
software 86
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB
90 performance 90
display 88
battery 86
portability 88
software 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard | iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ▲ 256GB | 128GB |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard
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 (M3) · 128GB
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 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard vs iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB
Which is better, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard or iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard worth the price? +
At $1,348, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Is iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB worth the price? +
At $899, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does iPad Air 13 (M3) · 256GB (Silver) · with Magic Keyboard or iPad Air 13 (M3) · 128GB 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.