Apple
Apple iPad (11th Generation, 2025)
The best tablet for most people — 11-inch display, A16 chip, 128GB storage, and the full iPad experience at the lowest price.
Our Review
The 11th-gen iPad is the tablet Apple sells the most, and for good reason. The A16 chip handles everything from streaming to light photo editing without breaking a sweat. The 11-inch Liquid Retina display is bright and color-accurate, and 128GB base storage (doubled from the previous gen) means you won't run out of space. It supports Apple Pencil, works with the Magic Keyboard Folio, and runs the full iPadOS with Stage Manager multitasking. At $329, it's the most iPad you can get for the least money. CNET's top pick for most people.
✅ What We Like
- Best value iPad — most tablet for the money
- 128GB base storage is generous
- A16 chip handles everything most people need
- Full iPadOS with multitasking
⚠️ Worth Noting
- 60Hz display (no ProMotion)
- No Face ID — uses Touch ID
- Slow charging — no brick included
- Apple Pencil Pro not supported
Key Features
- A16 Bionic chip
- 11-inch Liquid Retina display
- 128GB base storage (doubled)
- Apple Pencil and keyboard support
- iPadOS with Stage Manager
Specifications
| battery_hours | 10 |
|---|---|
| camera_mp | 12 |
| display | 11" Liquid Retina |
| os | iPadOS 18 |
| processor | A16 Bionic |
| ram_gb | 6 |
| resolution | 2360x1640 |
| storage_gb | 128 |
| warranty_years | 1 |
| weight_lbs | 1.05 |
Best For
- Best Overall
- Budget
- Students