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Apple’s iPads are among the top tablets you can buy, but choosing the right one isn’t always straightforward. Unlike iPhones, iPads don’t follow a simple numbering system, which can make it hard to tell which iPads are actually the newest. To make things easier, we’ve broken down Apple’s current lineup in 2026, highlighting the latest iPads and what each one has to offer.
Apple’s newest iPads include the M5-powered iPad Pro models, the 11th-generation iPad with the A16 chip, and the M3 iPad Air models — all of which debuted in 2025. Apple also continues to sell the iPad Mini, which launched in 2024. In total, factoring in different sizes, Apple’s current lineup includes six iPad models. Here they are, listed from newest to oldest:
- iPad Pro 13-inch, M5 (2025)
- iPad Pro 11-inch, M5 (2025)
- iPad: 11th-generation, A16 (2025)
- iPad Air 13-inch, M3 (2025)
- iPad Air 11-inch, M3 (2025)
- iPad Mini: 7th-generation, A17 Pro (2024)
Below is a detailed rundown of the newest iPads, along with an overview of what makes each one stand out. For more buying advice, check out our guide to the best iPads.
The newest iPad Pro models
Apple’s latest premium tablets were released in October 2025. The new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models use the M5 processor rather than the M4 that powered Apple’s 2024 models.
The brand-new M5 processor is the most advanced chip available in any iPad, designed to deliver a boost in AI and 3D performance over the M4. This should make these new tablets an even better fit for power users who run intensive applications, advanced AI workflows, and high-end games. Faster memory bandwidth and storage have also been implemented to improve multitasking performance and read/write speeds.
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The latest 11- and 13-inch iPad Pros carry over their predecessors’ slim designs, measuring 5.3mm and 5.1mm in depth, respectively, which is thinner than even the latest iPad Air models. In addition, both models also use the “Tandem OLED” display technology that Apple introduced in last year’s iPad Pros, enabling enhanced contrast and clarity compared to standard LED displays.
When it comes to other features, the 2025 models with cellular support now use the C1X modem, which Apple says can enable up to a 50% boost in data performance versus the older M4 model. Likewise, Apple has integrated its new N1 wireless networking chip, which supports WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread.
The 2025 iPads are also compatible with Apple’s Magic Keyboard, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil Pro, and Smart Folio. Pricing remains the same as the last generation, with the new 11-inch iPad Pro starting at $999, and the 13-inch iPad Pro starting at $1,299.
The latest 11-inch iPad Pro model numbers are A3357 for the standard WiFi model and A3358 for the WiFi + Cellular model. The model numbers for the 13-inch iPad Pros are A3360 for the standard WiFi model and A3361 for the WiFi + Cellular model.
The newest standard iPad
Apple released its newest standard iPad, the 11th-generation iPad, featuring an A16 chipset and an 11-inch screen, in March 2025.
The new entry-level iPad is solely an internal upgrade from its predecessor, the 10th-generation iPad from 2022. Apple says the new tablet’s A16 chip is nearly 30% faster than the previous model, which was powered by the A14 Bionic processor. However, the A16 processor is almost three years old, and that does lead to some limitations. Most notably, the 2025 iPad is the sole tablet in Apple’s current lineup that’s incompatible with Apple Intelligence.
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The only other upgrade from the 10th-generation iPad is that Apple increased the base storage of the 11th-generation iPad from 64GB to 128GB, while maintaining the same entry-level price of $349. The company also added a 512GB storage tier, new to the standard iPad.
The 11th-generation iPad retains the same design and features as its predecessor, including Touch ID, USB-C, a landscape-oriented 12MP front camera, a 12MP wide rear camera, and support for the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and first-generation Apple Pencil.
The 11th-generation iPad’s model numbers are A3354 for the standard WiFi model and A3355 for the WiFi + Cellular version.
Visit our guide to the 2025 iPad launch for more information.
The newest iPad Air models
Alongside the latest standard iPad, Apple updated its iPad Air line in March 2025, releasing new 11-inch and 13-inch M3 iPad Air models.
Compared to the previous-generation models, the 2025 iPad Air tablets offer a slight internal upgrade, as their M3 chipsets don’t significantly improve short-term performance over the M2 chips in their predecessors. However, Apple claims the M3 iPad Air models are twice as fast as the M1 iPad Airs (released in 2022), and those upgrading from any older iPad will see drastically improved performance.
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With the same starting prices as last year’s M2 models — $599 for the 11-inch model and $799 for the 13-inch — the M3 iPad Airs also retain the same Liquid Retina LED displays, Touch ID, landscape-oriented 12MP front camera, 12MP wide rear camera, and compatibility with the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and the newer Apple Pencil Pro. The Pencil Pro features a “squeeze” sensor and a gyroscope, enabling a suite of exclusive functions.
Alongside the M3 iPad Airs, Apple introduced a new Magic Keyboard for recent iPad Air models. It features a larger trackpad and a new function row that previous Air-compatible Magic Keyboards lacked.
The model numbers for the 11-inch M3 iPad Air’s standard WiFi and WiFi + Cellular versions are A3266 and A3267, respectively. The 13-inch model numbers are A3268 for the standard WiFi model and A3269 for the WiFi + Cellular version.
Check out our guide to the 2025 iPad Air launch for more information.
The newest iPad Mini
Apple released its latest iPad Mini, the seventh-generation iPad Mini (A17 Pro), in October 2024.
Starting at $499, the seventh-generation iPad Mini is a midrange option between the standard iPad and the latest premium iPad Pro and Air models. It’s a great pick if you want an iPad that perfectly balances portability and performance.
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The latest iPad Mini continues Apple’s modern tablet design with narrow borders and flat edges. It features the same 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display as its predecessor, the sixth-generation iPad Mini from 2021.
The seventh-generation iPad Mini is powered by the A17 Pro processor, introduced in the iPhone 15 Pro models, making it the least expensive iPad model that can run Apple Intelligence. The capable processor also runs apps and games quickly and smoothly, whether basic or intensive.
Upgrades from the previous sixth-generation iPad Mini include support for Apple Pencil Pro, though the new tablet has lost its predecessor’s support for the second-generation Apple Pencil. The seventh-generation iPad Mini also supports the Apple Pencil (USB-C). Base storage has also been upgraded from 64GB in the previous generation to 128GB, and it is now available in 256GB and 512GB options.
The seventh-generation iPad Mini’s model numbers are A2993 for the standard WiFi model and A2995 for the WiFi + Cellular model.
How to figure out which iPad you own
All of Apple’s latest iPads share a similar design, making it tricky to tell them apart at a glance. Fortunately, every iPad has a model number that reveals exactly which version and generation it belongs to.
As noted in bold at the end of each section above, an iPad’s model number is a short code that begins with a letter and is followed by four digits. For example, “A2995” identifies the WiFi + Cellular version of the seventh-generation iPad Mini.
If you’re not sure which iPad you have, you can check by opening the Settings app and navigating to General > About. In the top section, you’ll see either the model number (e.g., A2995) or a part number formatted with letters, numbers, and a slash (like XXXXXXX/A). If you see the latter, tap it to reveal the true model number.
You can also find the model number etched on the back of most iPads, though note that the newest M3 iPad Air models don’t include it there.
Note that specific iPad models support different iterations of the Apple Pencil. For a comprehensive list of Apple styluses and compatible tablets, see our guide to Apple Pencil compatibility.
Will there be new iPads in 2026?
Although not confirmed, rumors suggest that new iPad models are in development for release in 2026. Most notably, the 2024 iPad Mini is due for an upgrade as it’s the oldest model in Apple’s current lineup. According to a report by Bloomberg, the next iPad Mini is expected to feature an OLED screen and a more water-resistant design.
Do iPads go on sale often?
Though Apple rarely discounts iPads sold directly through its online or retail locations, stores like Amazon and Walmart frequently offer iPad deals. Year-round, it’s not uncommon to see models on sale for $50 off, and during events like Prime Day and Black Friday, certain iPads get discounts as large as $150.
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