Apple iPad Air (2022) vs Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPad Air (2022)
3category wins
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)
3category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Apple iPad Air (2022)
Faster chip
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)
Bigger battery
Apple iPad Air (2022)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)
Lighter body
Apple iPad Air (2022)
Best value for money
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022)
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 10.9 | 11 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2360 | 2388 |
| Resolution Width | 1640 | 1668 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 500 | 600 |
| PPI | 264 | 265 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Screen-to-body | 81.3 | 82.9 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x3.2 GHz & 4xX.X GHz) | Octa-core (4x3.49 GHz performance cores, 4 efficiency cores) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (8-core graphics) | Apple GPU (10-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple M1 | Apple M2 |
| OS Name | iPadOS | iPadOS |
| OS Version | 15.4 | 16.1 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) +11%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) +13%AnTuTu
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) +26%| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 2,324 | 2,590 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 8,559 | 9,690 |
| AnTuTu | 2,011,970 | 2,536,320 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 64GB, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM, 2TB 16GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, ProRes |
| Features | HDR | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 2 |
| ultrawide | — | 10 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR |
| Features | HDR | Face detection, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 7600 | 7538 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) |
| Height (mm) | 247.6 | 247.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 6.1 | 5.9 |
| Weight (g) | 461 | 466 |
| Width (mm) | 178.5 | 178.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, March 08 | 2022, October 18 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, March 18 | Available. Released 2022, October 26 |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2589 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2435, A2761 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2589, A2591 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A2435 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G - cellular model only |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS (5G model only) | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS (cellular model only) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.1 | 4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPad Air (2022) | Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPad Air (2022) and Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple iPad Air (2022) is 19% cheaper at 136,560 DZD versus 167,760 DZD for the Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022), leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Apple iPad Air (2022) packs a 7600 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Apple iPad Pro 11 (2022) posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
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