Apple iPad Air 2 Buyer's Guide
iPad Air 2 Release Date: August 2018
Swappasaurus says...
Apple released the 2nd generation iPad Air in October 2014. This model arrived with iOS 8, as well as improvements in several key areas. When compared to the 1st generation iPad Air, the iPad Air 2 was thinner and lighter and offered better CPU and graphics performance. The iPad Air 2 is powered by the Apple A8X chip, and it weighs 0.96-pounds and is 6.1mm thick. The iPad Air 2 display is 9.7” and it has a resolution of 2048 x 1536. This display was also fully laminated and featured an anti-reflective coating, which are two features that weren’t available on the previous-generation iPad Air. Other highlights include up to 128GB of storage space, an 8MP wide camera with Auto HDR for photos on the back, a Lightning connector for charging, and Touch ID for device security.
iPad Air 2 Price
iPad Air 2 Storage
Swappasaurus says...
The iPad Air 2 is available in four storage configurations. The storage options include 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB.
iPad Air 2 Colors
Swappasaurus says...
The iPad Air 2 is available in Space Gray with a Black bezel around the display, and in Silver or Gold with a White bezel around the display.
Color Popularity
Gold
Gold is a unique iPad Air 2 color choice, new to this generation of iPad devices, and not found on the previous iPad Air.
Shop Gold iPad Air 2Gray
Gray is the most popular iPad Air 2 color choice, a classic available on the previous generation iPad Air, and others in the iPad family.
Shop Gray iPad Air 2Silver
Silver is a popular iPad Air 2 color preference, a classic available on the previous generation iPad Air, and others in the iPad family.
Shop Silver iPad Air 2Image Gallery
Swappasaurus says...
Device colors may appear to change under different lighting conditions.
Here are real images taken from active Swappa listing under a variety of lighting conditions,
so you can figure out which iPad Air 2 color is best for you.
iPad Comparisons
iPad Air 2 Family
FAQ
The most popular iPad Air 2 storage option is 16 GB, chosen by 40% of buyers on Swappa.
More storage generally means a higher price for the iPad Air 2. In June 2025, the average sale price for the 32 GB option was $82, the 64 GB option was $80, the 128 GB option was $133.
The most popular iPad Air 2 color is Gray, favored by 65% of buyers.
In general, iPad Air 2 color doesn't affect price, resale value, or depreciation much on Swappa; so go with the color you like best. Other factors, such as condition, and storage size have a larger influence on iPad Air 2 prices.
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