Does the iPad Air 3 support the 2nd generation Apple Pencil?

No, the Air 3 only supports the 1st generation pencil (with Lightning charging).

Can I connect the Smart Keyboard?

Yes, the Air 3 has a Smart Connector on the side that supports the Apple Smart Keyboard (the same as the Pro 10.5).

Is it suitable for gaming?

Yes, the A12 Bionic is still a very powerful processor that runs most games smoothly.

Does it have a 120Hz screen?

No, the Air 3 screen is 60Hz. 120Hz (ProMotion) is only on iPad Pro models.

Is there a headphone jack?

Yes, this is the last Air series model with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Does it support fast charging?

Yes, it supports PD fast charging if you purchase a USB-C to Lightning cable and a compatible adapter.

Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3rd Gen (2019)

2019Support ended

4.7(3000) · Apple Official, iFixit

Release year2019

Display10.5 inches

ChipA12 Bionic

RAM3GB LPDDR4X

Camera8MP

Support ended

A12 Bionic

2019Today2025

Current version

iPadOS 18 (expected)

Total support

6 years

Security patches

2026-09

Expert assessment: The A12 Bionic is very powerful and supports the latest iPadOS features.

Price from

187 €– 266 € -63%

New costs 499 €

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Pros and Cons

Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.

Why choose

A12 Bionic chip
Smart Keyboard support
Large screen
Headphone jack
True Tone display
eSIM support

What to consider

White spots
Old design
Lightning port
Only 2 speakers
Old pencil

Specifications

Detailed Technical Info

Hardware and features in detail.

Screen size: 10.5 inches
Resolution: 1668 x 2224 pixels
Display type: IPS LCD
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Max brightness: 500 nits
Screen protection: Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating

Display

Screen size: 10.5 inches
Resolution: 1668 x 2224 pixels
Display type: IPS LCD
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Max brightness: 500 nits
Screen protection: Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating

Performance

Processor: Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
CPU cores: Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz Vortex + 4x1.6 GHz Tempest)
GPU: Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM: 3GB LPDDR4X
AnTuTu score: 530000 (v8)

Camera

Main camera: 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm, AF
Ultra-wide: Not available
Telephoto: Not available
Front camera: 7 MP, f/2.2, 31mm, 1080p@30fps
Video: 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps

Battery

Capacity: 8134 mAh (30.2 Wh)
Charging speed: 30W fast charging (10W or 12W in box)
Wireless charging: No
Battery life: Up to 10 hours (multimedia)

Connectivity

5G: No
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Dual-band
Bluetooth: 5.0
NFC: No (Apple Pay only)
USB: Lightning, USB 2.0

Body & Dimensions

Dimensions: 250.6 x 174.1 x 6.1 mm
Weight: 456 grams (Wi-Fi) / 464 grams (LTE)
Materials: Aluminum body and frame, glass front
Water resistance: None

Condition Classes

All devices are fully tested and working.

Very Good (A)

from 266 €

In very good condition. Minimal signs of use.

Good (B)

from 222 €

Scratches on the body. May have a small white spot on the screen (does not affect usage).

Acceptable (C)

from 187 €

Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.

Model characteristics

Common issues that may occur with Apple iPad Air 10.5" 3rd Gen (2019).

White spot on the screen

Moderate

Backlight pressure point.

Blank screen problem

Critical

Manufacturing defect.

Body bending

Minor

Thin body in a large size.

Greenfox check:Tested and clear

Repairs and Parts3/10 iFixit

Battery Replacement

Hard

60–90€Estimated cost

The battery is glued in.

Screen Replacement

Expensive

120–160€Estimated cost

The laminated display means an expensive spare part.

Spare parts are available, but more expensive than on a standard iPad.

Environmental Impact

Buying a used device saves valuable resources.

This is equivalent to: Charging a smartphone every day for 10 years Car journey (130km)

CO₂ Saved

48 kg CO2e

Water Saved

9000 liters

E-Waste Avoided

456 grams

Reused

95%

Recycled

Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)

Who Is This For?

This device is especially well-suited for these users.

Student

For taking notes and recording lectures.

Keyboard support
Fast processor
Lightweight

Salesperson

For showing presentations and reading emails.

Professional appearance
4G/eSIM support
Reliability

Mobile gamer

For playing PUBG and CoD Mobile.

A12 graphics
Headphone jack (zero latency audio)
Large screen

tele2 Full4G+ support

telia Full4G+ support

Supports Gigabit-class LTE and eSIM, which is very convenient for travel.

Comparisons With Other Models

How this model differs from the competition.

UpgradevsiPad Air 2 (2014)

The Air 3 was a big leap: the screen grew to 10.5 inches, the processor is several times faster (A12 vs A8X), and support for Smart Keyboard and Apple Pencil was added.

Feature	iPad Air 10.5" 3rd Gen (2019)	iPad Air 2 (2014)
Screen size	10.5"	9.7"
Keyboard support	Smart Connector	Bluetooth
Front camera	7MP	1.2MP

Cross-shopvsiPad Pro 10.5 (2017)

Very similar devices. The Air 3 has a newer processor (A12), but the Pro 10.5 has a better 120Hz (ProMotion) display and 4 speakers. If you prefer smoothness, choose the old Pro; if long-term support, choose the Air 3.

Feature	iPad Air 10.5" 3rd Gen (2019)	iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
Screen Hz	60Hz	120Hz
Speakers	2	4
Processor	A12 (newer)	A10X (older)

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