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Apple iPad Air M4

8th Generation. Released on 2026

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Cosmetic Condition

Functionality

Charger Included?

iPad Air M4, the 8th generation of Apple's mid-tier tablet, arrived in 2026 carrying the same M4 chip that powers the current iPad Pro. It targets people who want desktop-class speed for Apple Pencil work, video editing, or multitasking without paying for the Pro line's tandem OLED display. You'll find it under model numbers A3459, A3460, and A3461, with a fourth cellular variant on the 13-inch size. The M4 chip and full Apple Pencil Pro support mean this generation will stay useful, and sellable, for years. Pick your screen size, storage, and connectivity in the configurator above, set the condition that matches your unit, and you'll see a live cash offer instantly. If you'd rather understand the process first, see how the process works, or start when you're ready to sell your iPad.

Confirm you have the iPad Air M4

Open Settings → General → About and check the Model Number field. Tap it once to reveal the full A-number if it starts with a shortened code. Match that number against the cards below to confirm both the screen size and whether you have a Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + Cellular unit, since that affects the offer.

A3459 — 11-inch, Wi-Fi

  • 11-inch Liquid Retina display
  • No cellular radio, no SIM tray or eSIM

A3460 — 11-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular

  • 11-inch Liquid Retina display
  • eSIM, no physical SIM tray

A3461 — 13-inch, Wi-Fi

  • 13-inch Liquid Retina display
  • No cellular radio

A3462 — 13-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular

  • 13-inch Liquid Retina display
  • eSIM only

Prefer a visual check? Lay the iPad next to a ruler or a sheet of standard paper: the 11-inch model is close to a letter-size sheet in height, while the 13-inch model noticeably overhangs it. Check the back for a Smart Connector strip near one edge, and look for a single centered rear camera with no raised camera bump housing multiple lenses, which rules out the iPad Pro.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • Apple M4 chip
  • Integrated GPU and 16-core Neural Engine
  • Shared across all storage and connectivity tiers

Storage

  • 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
  • Fixed at purchase, not user-upgradable
  • 512GB and 1TB units carry the strongest resale demand

Cameras

  • 12MP Wide rear camera
  • 12MP Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage
  • No Face ID camera array; biometrics run through Touch ID

Display & audio

The Liquid Retina display comes in 11-inch or 13-inch sizes, both fully laminated with an anti-reflective coating and True Tone. Standard 60Hz refresh, not ProMotion, which remains a Pro-line feature.

Landscape stereo speakers sit at opposite edges of the frame, so audio balances correctly whichever way you hold the tablet in landscape orientation.

Touch ID is built into the top button rather than Face ID, matching every prior iPad Air generation.

Ports & connectivity

The iPad Air M4 carries a single physical port, so most of its expansion happens wirelessly or through the Smart Connector.

Wired
  • USB-C (USB 3 speeds)
  • Smart Connector for keyboard accessories
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 6E
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • Optional 5G cellular (eSIM) on Wi-Fi + Cellular models

M4 chip Apple Pencil Pro support USB-C Touch ID Wi-Fi 6E Magic Keyboard compatible eSIM cellular

Battery, build & more

Battery is rated for a full day of mixed use, consistent with prior iPad Air generations, though real-world runtime depends heavily on brightness and cellular use.

Accessories include support for the Apple Pencil Pro and the USB-C Apple Pencil, along with a size-specific Magic Keyboard for iPad Air.

Software runs iPadOS, and the M4 chip puts this generation early in Apple's update cycle, which supports long-term resale value.

Market positioning sits between the entry-level iPad and the iPad Pro: it borrows the Pro's chip but keeps the Air's 60Hz display and Touch ID, so buyers looking for Pencil performance without ProMotion tend to target this model specifically.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number and exact configuration?
Go to Settings → General → About and look at the Model Number field. Tap it if needed to see the full alphanumeric code, then check whether the field shows a shortened code like MH3 followed by letters, which you can cross-reference against Apple's published list. The same screen shows your storage size, and Settings → General → About → Cellular Data Number will confirm whether cellular hardware is present. If you no longer have access to the device, our model finder can help narrow it down from the box or original receipt.
02 How do I tell it apart from the iPad Pro M4?
Check the display and the unlock method first. The iPad Pro M4 uses a tandem OLED panel with ProMotion, noticeably brighter and smoother than the Air's Liquid Retina LCD at 60Hz, and it unlocks with Face ID rather than a Touch ID button. The Pro is also thinner and has a slightly different camera housing on the back. If you're still unsure after a visual check, the Model Number in Settings → General → About settles it: Air model numbers here are A3459 through A3462, while Pro units use different codes entirely.
03 Can I sell it with damage, a weak battery, or an account lock?
Yes, a cracked screen, a battery that no longer holds a full charge, or a unit that won't power on can still be sold; the condition picker above adjusts the offer to match. What can't ship as-is is a device still tied to your Apple ID. Find My must be turned off before we can accept it: go to Settings → [your name] → Find My → Find My iPad and disable it, or if the screen is broken and unresponsive, use iCloud.com from another device to remove it remotely. An active Activation Lock will stop the sale from completing.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
Cosmetic condition and a clean Activation Lock removal matter most. A screen free of cracks, a battery that still holds a normal charge, and a body without dents or deep scratches all push the offer toward the top of its range. Beyond condition, higher storage tiers and Wi-Fi + Cellular units generally command more than base storage or Wi-Fi-only models. Including the original box, cable, and any Apple Pencil or Magic Keyboard you bought alongside it can help too, though the tablet itself drives most of the value.
05 How do I erase it and remove my accounts, and how do I get paid?
Back up anything you want to keep, then go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset → Erase All Content and Settings. If prompted, sign out of iCloud first, which also turns off Find My automatically. Confirm the reset and let it finish before packing the iPad. Once you accept your offer, shipping is free and insured, and we send payment after testing, by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full details on how we handle your data are in our data erasure protocols.