Check the exact iPad model before using a size or weight table. A screen label such as “11-inch” describes the display, not the body dimensions or case compatibility. The chip or generation also matters.
Find your iPad model first
- Open Settings → General → About.
- Note the model name. Tap the model-number field if needed to find the A-number.
- Match it with Apple’s iPad model-identification list.
- Open the technical-specifications link for that exact model and check Wi-Fi versus Wi-Fi + Cellular.
Dimensions of selected recent models
The table uses millimetres in height × width × depth order and grams for the tablet alone. It is a selected-model comparison, not a list of every iPad ever sold.
| Model | Body size, mm | Wi-Fi, g | Cellular, g |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPad (A16) | 248.6 × 179.5 × 7.0 | 477 | 481 |
| iPad mini (A17 Pro) | 195.4 × 134.8 × 6.3 | 293 | 297 |
| iPad Air 11-inch (M4) | 247.6 × 178.5 × 6.1 | 464 | 465 |
| iPad Air 13-inch (M4) | 280.6 × 214.9 × 6.1 | 616 | 617 |
| iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) | 249.7 × 177.5 × 5.3 | 444 | 446 |
| iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) | 281.6 × 215.5 × 5.1 | 579 | 582 |
Check the matching official pages for iPad (A16), iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro. Apple’s live product pages can move to a newer generation; the model name must still match the row you use.
Screen size is not the same as tablet size
A 13-inch display label does not mean the tablet is 13 inches high or wide. Display measurements are diagonal. Rounded corners also mean the usable screen area differs from an ideal rectangle.
For a bag or sleeve, compare the internal dimensions with the full tablet and any cover. A keyboard, protective shell and stand add weight and thickness that the table does not include.
Older iPads and case compatibility
The old version of this article stopped at 2021 models. For an older iPad, use the A-number and Apple’s model list to open its archived specifications. Do not substitute a current Air or Pro just because its screen size sounds similar.
A rigid case also needs the right camera opening, button positions, speakers, magnetic attachment and connector layout. Similar outer dimensions alone do not establish compatibility. Use an accessory maker’s exact supported-model list.
When judging the weight of a travel setup, include the charger and accessories. Our video-storage guide also explains how recording format affects the storage capacity you may need.
Images from the original guide
These illustrations were published with the earlier article. Software screens and products shown are historical examples, not current compatibility guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find the A-number?
Check the model-number field in Settings → General → About and use Apple’s identification guide if needed.
Will every 11-inch iPad use the same case?
No. Match the generation and supported model numbers, not just the diagonal screen label.
Does the listed weight include a keyboard?
No. These are tablet weights; add the weight of your accessories separately.
Are Wi-Fi and Cellular models always the same weight?
No. Use the correct column for the exact model.