Apple’s Black Friday Sale Has Deals on Every New iPad Model, Just in Time for the Holidays
As Black Friday approaches, tech enthusiasts and holiday shoppers alike are gearing up for some of the best deals of the year, especially on Apple’s iPad lineup. Starting today, every current generation iPad has seen significant price drops, making it the perfect opportunity to snag one at the lowest prices available. These deals are expected to last through Black Friday and Cyber Monday, making them ideal not just for personal use but also as thoughtful gifts for friends and family during the holiday season. From kids to adults, there’s an iPad model for everyone, and with the discounts being offered, it’s a great time to invest in one of these versatile devices.
Among the standout deals is the Apple iPad 10.9″ (A16), which has been heralded as the best overall iPad for 2025. This model offers a remarkable balance of affordability and performance, featuring an 11″ Liquid Retina display and the powerful A16 Bionic chip, making it suitable for a wide range of tasks from browsing to gaming. For those seeking a more compact option, the iPad Mini 8.3″ (A17 Pro) packs a punch with its high-quality display and superior processing power, making it a great choice for users who prioritize portability without sacrificing performance. The iPad Air, available in both 11″ and 13″ versions, provides a performance level close to the iPad Pro at a more accessible price point, making it a fantastic option for creatives and professionals alike. Lastly, the iPad Pro 11″ and 13″ (M5) models are equipped with cutting-edge technology, including the revolutionary M5 processor and a tandem OLED display, setting a new benchmark for tablets in terms of performance and visual quality.
With such a diverse range of iPads available at discounted prices, it’s essential for shoppers to consider their specific needs and preferences. Whether you’re a student looking for a reliable study tool or a professional in need of a powerful device for work, there’s an iPad model tailored to fit your requirements. For those unsure about which iPad to choose, resources like the IGN iPad guide can help clarify the best options based on individual use cases. As the holiday shopping season kicks off, these Black Friday deals present an excellent opportunity to invest in a new iPad, ensuring you or your loved ones are equipped with one of the best tablets on the market.
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When is the best opportunity to pick up a brand new iPad at the lowest price possible? Black Friday, of course. Starting today, every current generation Apple iPad has dropped to the lowest prices of the year. These deals should stick around through Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Even if you don’t need one yourself, these would make awesome gifts for just about anyone (kids included) for Christmas. Without further ado, here are the best deals for each model.
Apple iPad Black Friday Deals (Newest Models)
Not sure which iPad to get? Read on below for a bit of detail on each deal.
Apple iPad 10.9″ (A16)
We picked this model as the
best overall iPad of 2025
. For most people, the iPad (not the Air, Mini, or Pro) is the best model to get, and not just because it’s the least expensive iPad on the block. Despite its affordable price point, it offers all the benefits of the iOS operating system with premium build quality and snappy performance. The 11th generation model is equipped with an 11″ 264ppi Liquid Retina display, A16 Bionic chip, and starts at 128GB of internal storage. This model doesn’t support Apple Intelligence, so you’ll need to move up the ladder if you want Apple’s new AI tech.
Apple iPad Mini 8.3″ (A17 Pro)
The iPad Mini may be diminutive in size, but certainly not in performance. The A17 Pro chip is actually more powerful than the A16 Bionic found in the standard iPad. And despite the fact that the 8.3″ screen is smaller, it’s a higher quality display with a sharper 326ppi pixel density and both P3 Wide Color and True Tone technology. Also, unlike the standard iPad, the iPad Mini supports Apple Intelligence.
Apple iPad Air 11″ and 13″ (M3)
The 7th generation Apple iPad Air M3 tablet offers performance closer to the iPad Pro but without the hefty price tag. For Black Friday, the 11″ model is down to $449 and the 13″ model is down to $649, both after a $150 off instant discount. The 7th gen iPad Pro Air was released in March and features an 11″ or 13″ 264ppi Liquid Retina display with P3 Wide Color and True Tone technology, an Apple M3 chip, and starts at 128GB of storage. This model also supports Apple Intelligence.
Apple iPad Pro 11″ and 13″ (M5)
The new iPad Pro is the
best tablet
on the market, iOS or otherwise, thanks to the new M5 processor, which is both powerful and power-efficient. However, the processor isn’t the only reason why the iPad Pro is superior to all other iPads. It’s also the only tablet, Apple or otherwise, equipped with a tandem OLED display. Tandem OLED is better than traditional OLED (which is already best-in-class) for two reasons: 1) it’s far brighter, and 2) it’s less prone to burn-in. If you’re wondering why this technology hasn’t found its way into TVs, the answer is simply because it’s not cost-effective at larger sizes. The iPad can get away with it because the display is smaller, but that’s also a reason for the premium price point.
Looking for more iPad resources?
If you’re not sure which iPad is best for you, we have an
iPad guide
which details which iPad is ideal for which use case. If you intend want to get an iPad for schoolwork, we have an
iPad guide for students
as well. If you’re looking for options outside of iOS, check out the
best Android tablets
of 2025.
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Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn’t hunting for deals for other people at work, he’s hunting for deals for himself during his free time.
