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Ipad Air 13 (2025) vs Ipad Pro 12 9 (2022)

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Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) 256GB

Apple iPad Air 13 (2025) 256GB

AED 3,200

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) 1TB

Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) 1TB

AED 3,750

Buy on Amazon UAEFull Specs

Best Camera

Ipad Air 13 (2025)

Best Battery

Ipad Pro 12 9 (2022)

Our Verdict

Ipad Air 13 (2025) vs Ipad Pro 12 9 (2022)

The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) wins on display with its 12.9-inch vs 13.0-inch (0.1 inch larger) screen, 120Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz, and mini-LED panel with 1600-nit peak brightness versus the Air’s LCD at 600 nits. The iPad Air 13 (2025) 256GB is best for artists using Apple Pencil Pro, students needing M3 performance for multitasking apps, and media consumers who prioritize portability over peak brightness, with full stylus support and lighter 616g weight. The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) 1TB suits professionals needing 1TB storage for 4K video editing, external SSD workflows, and those already invested in Magic Keyboard with trackpad. In UAE at AED 3200 vs AED 3750, the Air wins because its M3 chip and stylus support deliver 90% of the Pro’s creative power at 15% lower cost; in India at ₹89999 vs ₹169999, the Air wins on value because the Pro’s double price buys no meaningful accessory advantage beyond storage.

Full Specs Comparison

Spec
Ipad Air 13 (2025)
Ipad Pro 12 9 (2022)
OS
iPadOS 18.3.2, upgradable to iPadOS 26.4
iPadOS 16.1, upgradable to iPadOS 26.4
Chipset
Apple M3
Apple M2
Screen Size
13.0 inches, 519.3 cm2 (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio)
12.9 inches, 515.3 cm2 (~85.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
2048 x 2732 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~264 ppi density)
2048 x 2732 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~265 ppi density)
Main Camera
12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF
12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF 10 MP, f/2.4, 125˚ (ultrawide) TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth)
Storage
256
1024
Battery
9705 mAh mAh
10758 mAh mAh
Cellular
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Weight
616 g (Wi-Fi) / 617 g (5G) (1.36 lb)
682 g (Wi-Fi), 685 g (5G) (1.50 lb)

Price Comparison

MarketIpad Air 13 (2025)Ipad Pro 12 9 (2022)Difference
UAEAED 3,200AED 3,750Ipad Air 13 (2025) saves AED 550
India₹ 89,999₹ 1,69,999Ipad Air 13 (2025) saves ₹ 80,000

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