You have decided to buy a tablet and are looking for a new or refurbished iPad. However, you still have some doubts about the different iPad sizes.

Appleโ€™s tablet has evolved and changed several times since its first introduction. Of course, it has become considerably more powerful over the years.

Being the regular iPad, the iPad Pro, the iPad Air, or the iPad mini, itโ€™s worthwhile to know everything about the iPad screen sizes and dimensions to find the perfect fit for you.

What are the different iPad sizes and dimensions?

There are quite a few differences between the heights, weights, and screen sizes of various iPad models. We have grouped them by product line: the regular iPad, the iPad Pro, the iPad Air, and the iPad Mini.

This way, you can compare the differences between the iPadโ€™s dimensions and screen sizes by comparing the product family rather than solely the generation.

Stacked iPads of different colors

iPad

We have seen ten generations of the regular iPad until now, with screen sizes ranging between 9.7 and 10.9 inches. The latest standard iPad, the iPad 10 of 2022, has seen the biggest screen size in this lineup.

ModelYearScreen sizeInches (H/W/D)Millimeters (H/W/D)
iPad 10202210.9โ€ณ9.79 x 7.07 x 0.28248.6 x 179.5 x 7.5
iPad 9202110.2โ€ณ9.8 ร— 6.8 ร— 0.29250.6 ร— 174.1 ร— 7.5
iPad 8202010.2โ€ณ9.8 ร— 6.8 ร— 0.29250.6 ร— 174.1 ร— 7.5
iPad 7201910.2โ€ณ9.8 ร— 6.8 ร— 0.29250.6 ร— 174.1 ร— 7.5
iPad 620189.7โ€ณ9.4 ร— 6.67 ร— 0.29240 ร— 169.5 ร— 7.5
iPad 520179.7โ€ณ9.4 ร— 6.67 ร— 0.29240 ร— 169.5 ร— 7.5
iPad 420129.7โ€ณ9.5 ร— 7.31 ร— 0.37241 ร— 186 ร— 9.4
iPad 320129.7โ€ณ9.5 ร— 7.31 ร— 0.37241 ร— 186 ร— 9.4
iPad 220119.7โ€ณ9.5 ร— 7.31 ร— 0.35241 ร— 186 ร— 8.8
iPad 120109.7โ€ณ9.56 ร— 7.47 ร— 0.50243 ร— 190 ร— 13

iPad Pro

The latest 11-inch and 13-inch models of the iPad Pro come with a powerful M4 chip. The dimensions are almost the same as those of its predecessor, which evolved from the 9.7-inch and 10.5-inch sizes of the previous models.

ModelYearScreen sizeInches (H/W/D)Millimeters (H/W/D)
iPad Pro 13โ€ณ (7th gen)202413โ€ณ11.09 x 8.48 x 0.20281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1
iPad Pro 11โ€ณ (7th gen)202411โ€ณ9.75 x 7.03 x 0.23247.6 x 178.5 x 5.9
iPad Pro 12.9โ€ณ (6th gen)202212.9โ€ณ11.04 ร— 8.46 ร— 0.25280.6 x 214.9 x 6.4
iPad Pro 11โ€ณ (6th gen)202211โ€ณ9.75 ร— 7.03 ร— 0.23247.6 x 178.5 x 5.9
iPad Pro 12.9โ€ณ (5th gen)202112.9โ€ณ11.04 ร— 8.46 ร— 0.25280.6 ร— 214.9 ร— 6.4
iPad Pro 11โ€ณ (5th gen)202111โ€ณ9.75 ร— 7.03 ร— 0.23247.6 ร— 178.5 ร— 5.9
iPad Pro 12.9 (4th gen)202012.9โ€ณ 11.04 ร— 8.46 ร— 0.23280.6 ร— 214.9 ร— 5.9
iPad Pro 11โ€ณ (4th gen)202011โ€ณ9.75 ร— 7.03 ร— 0.23247.6 ร— 178.5 ร— 5.9
iPad Pro 12.9โ€ณ (3rd gen)201812.9โ€ณ11.04 ร— 8.46 ร— 0.23280.6 ร— 214.9 ร— 5.9
iPad Pro 11โ€ณ (3rd gen)201811โ€ณ9.75 ร— 7.03 ร— 0.23247.6 ร— 178.5 ร— 5.9
iPad Pro 12.9โ€ณ (2nd gen)201712.9โ€ณ12.04 ร— 8.69 ร— 0.27305.7 ร— 220.6 ร— 6.9
iPad Pro 10.5โ€ณ (2nd gen)201710.5โ€ณ9.87 ร— 6.85 ร— 0.24250.6 ร— 174.1 ร— 6.1
iPad Pro 12.9โ€ณ (1st gen)201512.9โ€ณ12.04 ร— 8.69 ร— 0.27305.7 ร— 220.6 ร— 6.9
iPad Pro 9.7โ€ณ (1st gen)20159.7โ€ณ9.4 ร— 6.67 ร— 0.24240 ร— 169.5 ร— 6.1

iPad Air

The iPad Air dimensions range from the 9.7โ€ณ screen size of the first model in 2013 to the 13โ€ณ screen size of the latest iPad Air M2, released in 2024.

ModelYearScreen sizeInches (H/W/D)Millimeters (H/W/D)
iPad Air 13โ€ณ M2202413โ€ณ11.04 x 8.46 x 0.25280.6 x 214.9 x 6.4
iPad Air 11โ€ณ M2202411โ€ณ9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1
iPad Air 5202210.9โ€ณ9.74 ร— 7.03 ร— 0.24247.6 ร— 178.5 ร— 6.1
iPad Air 4202010.9โ€ณ9.74 ร— 7.03 ร— 0.24247.6 ร— 178.5 ร— 6.1
iPad Air 3201910.5โ€ณ9.87 ร— 6.85 ร— 0.24250.6 ร— 174.1 ร— 6.1
iPad Air 220149.7โ€ณ
9.4 ร— 6.67 ร— 0.24
240 ร— 169.5 ร— 6.1
iPad Air 120139.7โ€ณ9.4 ร— 6.67 ร— 0.30240 ร— 169.5 ร— 7.5

iPad mini

Last but not least (at least in power) is the iPad mini. The first iPad mini, launched in 2012, had a screen size of 7.9โ€ณ, which Apple kept unchanged until the iPad mini 6, which has an 8.3 โ€ screen.

ModelYearScreen sizeInches (H/W/D)Millimeters (H/W/D)
iPad mini 620218.3โ€ณ7.69 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.25195.4 ร— 134.8 ร— 6.3
iPad mini 520197.9โ€ณ 8.0 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.24
203.2 ร— 134.8 ร— 6.1
iPad mini 420157.9โ€ณ 8.0 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.24203.2 ร— 134.8 ร— 6.1
iPad mini 320147.9โ€ณ 7.9 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.30200 ร— 134.7 ร— 7.5
iPad mini 220137.9โ€ณ 7.9 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.30200 ร— 134.7 ร— 7.5
iPad mini 120127.9โ€ณ7.9 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.28200 ร— 134.7 ร— 7.2
iPad showing an e-book

๐Ÿ‘‰ Related article: iPad Air 4 vs. iPad mini 6: Which One Should You Get?

Takeaway

Choosing the right iPad size depends on your particular usage and your preferences. There isnโ€™t a one-size-fits-all approach in this case.

You might prefer to get a bigger tablet for more power, like the iPad Pro, or sacrifice a bit of performance to comfortably carry the tablet around, like with the iPad mini.

You can also choose the iPad Air if you want to get good value for money and a size and weight that stays in between or the regular iPad to enjoy the original experience.

To guide your purchase, read our article with the 7 best refurbished iPads you can buy and the 5 best places to buy a refurbished iPad in 2024, which will allow you to save money while getting the same factory-new performance with a warranty.

Check out our compared iPad models in real time below and choose yours on RefurbMe.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Learn more: How Long Do iPads Last?

Good luck!

FAQ

We have put together some frequently asked questions about the iPad dimensions to help you make a better-informed decision.

What is the biggest iPad?

The largest iPad available is the iPad Pro 13โ€ณ (7th gen) released in 2024. It measures
11.09 x 8.48 x 0.20 in (281.6 x 215.5 x 5.1 mm).

What is the smallest iPad?

The smallest iPad currently available is the iPad mini. Its compact design is the most portable and lightweight option in Appleโ€™s iPad lineup. The latest release is the iPad mini 6, but the smallest one is the iPad mini 1, which measures 7.9 ร— 5.3 ร— 0.28 in (200 ร— 134.7 ร— 7.2 mm).

What is the size of the original iPad?

The first iPad featured a 9.7-inch display, and it remained the standard size of the standard iPad until the 7th generation of 2019. The most recent iPad 10 features a screen size of 10.9โ€ณ, which is bigger than its 8thโ€“ and 9th-generation predecessors, which have a screen size of 10.2โ€ณ.

What is the most popular iPad screen size?

It depends on the age group and the usage. Some Apple users prefer the iPad mini for the portable 7.9โ€ณ. In contrast, others enjoy the bigger 12.9โ€ณ screen size for writing or graphic editing at the expense of portability.

What is the best iPad size for reading a book?

A small iPad, such as an iPad mini, could be the best choice for reading a book in EPUB format. Similar to a physical book, consider the comfort of carrying a smaller device when commuting or traveling. If you are not worried about portability, consider an 11-inch iPad Pro.

What is the best iPad size for reading PDFs?

A PDF document is a printing format, meaning that small devices may be limited to reading these files correctly. If you have a small device, you might need to scroll to both sides to see all the text. The files can also have a tiny font size. We recommend you get an iPad Pro for excellent quality and a screen size that fits when reading your PDFs.