If your primary concern when choosing an iPad is battery life, then this article will provide an overview of the various battery capacities available for the models officially sold on the Apple website. We will also delve into the different levels of battery performance you can expect from each model.
Battery capacities, ordered from most to least
Apple has a tendency to provide limited information when it comes to numbers, especially concerning battery capacity and autonomy in their devices. They often rely on stating the number of hours a specific activity can be performed, such as 10 hours of web browsing.
Unfortunately, Apple does not disclose the mAh (milliampere-hour) capacities of their models for sale. To access this information, one must visit specialized external websites. Considering the officially available models, here are their respective mAh battery capacities, listed from highest to lowest:
1. 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2022): 10,758 mAh
2. iPad 9th generation (2021): 8,557 mAh
3. iPad Air 5th generation (2022): 7,729 mAh
4. iPad 10th generation (2022): 7,606 mAh
5. iPad Pro 11-inch (2022): 7,538 mAh
6. iPad mini 6: 5,216 mAh
Naturally, the larger iPad models offer more space to accommodate larger batteries, while the smaller models have smaller capacities. However, it is worth noting that the battery capacities of devices like the 11-inch iPad Pro and the 9th generation iPad, which is the second-highest in terms of capacity, are quite impressive.
Autonomy and milliamps do not go hand in hand in the case of Apple
While in general terms, more battery capacity often translates to longer autonomy for devices from other manufacturers, the same principle doesn’t entirely apply to Apple. This is because Apple prioritizes maximum optimization of all the components within their devices, creating a delicate balance.
One of the primary factors that impact iPad battery life is the processor. Apple consistently enhances the power and efficiency of their processors each year. This allows them to reduce battery capacities while maintaining the same duration as previous models.
In fact, if we examine the specifications of each iPad model and refer to the Battery and Power section, we’ll notice that Apple provides the same autonomy for all of them:
– Up to 10 hours of internet browsing (via Wi-Fi)
– Up to 10 hours of video playback
– Up to 9 hours of internet browsing (via mobile data)
Therefore, according to official figures from Apple, all iPads, regardless of their significantly varied battery sizes in terms of mAh, offer the same level of autonomy. This is achieved through the meticulous compensation and optimization of all internal components.