M4 iPad Air Benchmarks Reveal Performance Parity with M4 iPad Pro
Apple’s latest iPad Air, now equipped with the M4 chip, has undergone benchmarking tests that reveal performance levels closely matching those of the M4 iPad Pro. This development offers consumers a more affordable option without significant compromises in processing power.
Recent Geekbench results for the iPad Air (model identifier iPad16,11) show a single-core score of 3,714 and a multi-core score of 12,296. In comparison, the 11-inch iPad Pro with the M4 chip achieved a single-core score of 3,691 and a multi-core score of 13,663. The minimal difference in single-core performance suggests that both devices utilize similar M4 cores. The slight advantage in multi-core performance for the iPad Pro can be attributed to its higher core count; the M4 in the iPad Air features an 8-core CPU, while the iPad Pro boasts a 10-core CPU.
It’s important to note that while Geekbench provides a useful comparison tool, results can vary based on environmental factors, battery health, and other variables. Therefore, these benchmarks should be interpreted as indicative rather than definitive.
For most users, the additional CPU cores in the iPad Pro may not translate to a noticeable difference in everyday tasks. Even as Apple continues to enhance support for professional applications on the iPad, the number of apps that fully leverage the power of M-series processors remains limited.
The M4 iPad Air is available for pre-order starting March 4, with shipments commencing on March 11. The base model, featuring 128GB of storage and an 11-inch display, is priced at $599.
