iPad Air 11-inch (M3) vs iPad Air 13-inch (M3)
Both launched in 2025. Below: what separates them and which earns more at resale.
| Spec | iPad Air 11-inch (M3) | iPad Air 13-inch (M3) |
|---|---|---|
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Chip | M3 | M3 |
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina | 13-inch Liquid Retina |
| Model identifier | — | — |
| U.S. model number | — | — |
| Versions offered | 1 | 1 |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi + Cellular | Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi + Cellular |
What is different?
The points that matter when you identify or sell one.
- Screen: 11-inch Liquid Retina on one, 13-inch Liquid Retina on the other.
Which one earns more at resale?
With the same configuration and condition, the iPad Air 13-inch (M3) normally earns more.
Memory, storage, grade, battery health and extras all shift the final figure, so price your exact unit.
What moves the price on either one?
Configuration. Extra memory and storage lift the figure; the price check lists only combinations Apple actually built.
Condition. Grades run from Like New to Damaged, and cracked glass or dents cost the most.
Function and battery. Anything needing repair comes off the price, and a battery under 80% health lowers it.
Eligibility. Either one needs to be signed out of its Apple Account, with Find My and Activation Lock off and no lock or lost/stolen flag.
Unsure? The same About screen gives the capacity, and cellular iPads also list an IMEI or have a SIM tray.
Side-by-side questions
Is the iPad Air 13-inch (M3) worth more than the iPad Air 11-inch (M3)?
Matched for configuration and condition, the iPad Air 13-inch (M3) normally earns more. Memory, storage, grade and included accessories still move each figure, so price both separately. The iPad price is built from what the same configuration resells for right now, minus only what our technicians would need to fix.
Which details separate the iPad Air 11-inch (M3) from the iPad Air 13-inch (M3)?
Look at the display (11-inch Liquid Retina vs 13-inch Liquid Retina). Settings > General > About prints the full iPad Model Name. The About screen on the iPad lists its exact name, year and identifier. Type any identifier or model number into our lookup to land on the matching iPad page.