Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) vs Apple iPad Air 13 M4

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) and Apple iPad Air 13 M4 are closely matched overall (within 1 points).
  • Key differences: peak brightness, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) is 600 nits brighter; display size, where Apple iPad Air 13 M4 has 13 vs 8.5 in; pixel density, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) has 326 vs 264; display type, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) has Super Retina XDR OLED vs Liquid Retina IPS LCD; weight, where Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) is 361 g lighter.
Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) and Apple iPad Air 13 M4 are closely matched
Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro) · 91 overall, #1 of 46
74
Apple iPad Air 13 M4 · 73 overall, #20 of 46
74
Key differences
  • Peak BrightnessApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) 600 nits brighter
  • Display SizeApple iPad Air 13 M4 13 vs 8.5 in
  • Pixel DensityApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) 326 vs 264
  • Display TypeApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) Super Retina XDR OLED vs Liquid Retina IPS LCD
  • WeightApple iPad mini (A20 Pro) 361 g lighter

Scores by Category

iPad Air 13 M4 wins 3 of 7 categories · iPad mini (A20 Pro) wins 2

CategoryiPad mini (A20 Pro)iPad Air 13 M4Lead
Performance
Tie
Display
+6
Memory & Storage
+86
Build
+23
Battery
+100
Cameras
Tie
Misc
+77

Physical Comparison

255 g616 g
iPad mini (A20 Pro)iPad Air 13 M4

iPad Air 13 M4 is 361 g (142%) heavier than iPad mini (A20 Pro).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Apple iPad mini (A20 Pro)

No notable compromises found.

Apple iPad Air 13 M4

  • 60 Hz display — less smooth than 120 Hz tablets.

Detailed Specifications

Display

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
Display Size
8.5 in
13 in53% more
Display Type
Refresh Rate
N/A
60 Hz
Peak Brightness
1,200 nits100% more
600 nits
Pixel Density
32623% more
264

Performance

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
Chipset

Memory & Storage

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
RAM
N/A
12 GB
Storage Options
N/A
128 GB

Cameras

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
Rear Camera
12 MP
12 MP
Front Camera
12 MP
12 MP

Battery

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
Battery Capacity
N/A
9,705 mAh

Build

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
Keyboard Support
N/A
Yes
Weight
255 g59% less
616 g

Misc

Feature
iPad mini (A20 Pro)
iPad Air 13 M4
Security updates until
N/A
2031

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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