Apple
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio
512GB · 2025
90
/ 100
From $1,178
VS
Apple
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB
64GB · 2025
90
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio lands at 90 and iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
Pick iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB if…
- ✓Portable creative canvas
- ✓Strong SoC
- ✓App ecosystem matures per year
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio 90
vs 90 iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB
Score breakdown
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio
90 performance 90
display 88
battery 86
portability 88
software 86
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB
90 performance 90
display 88
battery 86
portability 88
software 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio | iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ▲ 512GB | 64GB |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio
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) · 64GB
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) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio vs iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB
Which is better, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio or iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio worth the price? +
At $1,178, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Is iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB worth the price? +
At $799, iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does iPad Air 13 (M3) · 512GB (Starlight) · with Smart Folio or iPad Air 13 (M3) · 64GB 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.