The iPad (2025, A16 series) keeps Apple’s classic design philosophy afloat while stepping up in performance and practicality. Released in March 2025, this iPad generation leans on the new A16 Bionic chip for everyday power and a familiar display, making it a smart, straightforward option for users who want the essentials to just work—no theatrics required.
Key features: - Release Date: March 2025
- Display: 10.9-inch Retina display
- Processor: Apple A16 Bionic chip
- Camera: 12MP rear camera; 12MP front camera with Center Stage
- Operating System: Ships with iPadOS 18
- Build: Aluminum chassis with scratch-resistant glass
Who is this for? The iPad (2025, A16 series) is a solid fit for students juggling assignments, families sharing a single device, or business users that stick to everyday apps and web-based work. If you’re seeking the latest iPad Pro bells and whistles, this isn’t it—but as a practical, recent iPad, it lands right between earlier base models and pricier Air or Pro lineup. It’s especially well-suited for digital note-taking, streaming, lightweight tasks, and reliable video calls.
Pros & Cons:
Pros Cons
A16 Bionic chip handles daily tasks smoothly.
Not compatible with Apple Pencil Pro and some advanced Pro features.
10.9-inch Retina display is vibrant and clear for media or reading.
No Face ID; unlocks via Touch ID only.
Aluminum build remains lightweight and durable.
No microSD card expansion for storage flexibility.
Why refurbished? Going refurbished with the iPad (2025, A16 series) means less waste and more usefulness—same trusted Apple specs, just with a lighter impact on the planet. Each device from Back Market is rigorously inspected and tested for reliability, so you get a pre-owned device that meets our quality promise. Learn more about our quality standards.
iPad 11 (2025, A16 series)
- MPN
- MD4A4LL/A
- Last OS Compatibility
- Yes
- Network
- Wi-Fi
- Manufacturer Ref.
- A3354
- Screen type
- Liquid Retina display
- Apple Pencil Compatibility
- Compatible with Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil 1st generation but USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter needed
- Carrier compatibility
- Without SIM Port
- SIM format
- Not applicable
- Touch ID
- Yes
- Generation number
- 11
- Pixel density
- 264ppp
- Connector
- USB Type-C
- Brightness
- 500 nits brightness
- Headphones connectivity
- USB Type-C
- LiDAR scanner
- No
- Video recording
- 4K 60FPS
- Minimum system requirements (Mac)
- macOS High Sierra 10.13
- Width
- 7.07 in
- Processor
- Apple A16
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Display Glass
- Standard display
- Model
- iPad
- Release Year
- 2025
- Wi-Fi technology
- Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax
- Rear camera definition
- 12 megapixels
- Front camera definition
- 12 megapixels
- Speakers
- Stereo speakers (landscape)
- Storage (GB)
- 128 GB
- Generation
- 11th gen
- Minimum system requirements (Windows)
- Windows 10
- Series
- iPad
- Memory (GB)
- 6 GB
- Color
- Blue
- True Tone
- Yes
- Weight
- 1 oz
- Screen size (inches)
- 11
- Face ID
- No
- OS
- iPadOS
- Resolution
- 2360 x 1640
- Brand
- Apple
- Maximum Operating System supported
- iPadOS 18
- Height
- 9.79 in
- Depth
- 0.28 in
- Pro-Motion
- No