Apple eSIM device guide

Apple iPad (2025)eSIM Support and Specs

Apple iPad (2025) supports eSIM. Review Apple 5G compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2025, March 12.

At a glance

Key device specs

Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Display
11.0", 1640x2360 pixels
Camera
12 MP, 2160p
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Battery
45W
Storage
128GB/256GB/512GB storage, no card slot

Does Apple iPad (2025) support eSIM?

Apple iPad (2025) is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.

eSIM supported

eSIM facts

  • Active eSIMs: Supported
  • Stored eSIMs: Varies by model
  • SIM variants: eSIM (cellular model only)

eSIM (cellular model only)

Connectivity profile

  • GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
  • 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3355, A3356
  • Available. Released 2025, March 12

Install flow

  • Confirm device model and regional SIM variant.
  • Buy an encryptSIM plan for the destination.
  • Scan the QR code and activate mobile data.
Device FAQ

Common questions about Apple iPad (2025)

Does Apple iPad (2025) support eSIM?

Apple iPad (2025) is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog. eSIM availability can still vary by region, carrier, firmware, and hardware variant.

Can I use encryptSIM with Apple iPad (2025)?

Yes. If your Apple iPad (2025) model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.

Does Apple iPad (2025) support 5G?

Apple iPad (2025) is listed with 5G support. Actual 5G availability depends on the local network, plan, bands, and coverage.

What SIM setup does Apple iPad (2025) use?

Apple iPad (2025) SIM details: eSIM (cellular model only).

Which operating system does Apple iPad (2025) use?

Apple iPad (2025) is listed with iPadOS 18.3.2, up to iPadOS 26.4. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.

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Technical details

Detailed Apple iPad (2025) specifications

Network Architecture

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2g Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3g Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4g Bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - A3355
Other
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - A3356
5g Bands
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3355, A3356
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only

Launch & Availability

Announced
2025, March 04
Status
Available. Released 2025, March 12

Physical Attributes

Dimensions
248.6 x 179.5 x 7 mm (9.79 x 7.07 x 0.28 in)
Weight
477 g (Wi-Fi) / 481 g (LTE) (1.05 lb)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Sim
eSIM (cellular model only)
Other
Stylus support

Display Performance

Type
Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 500 nits (typ)
Size
11.0 inches, 357.6 cm 2 (~80.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1640 x 2360 pixels (~264 ppi density)
Protection
Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating, Mohs level 4

Platform

Os
iPadOS 18.3.2, upgradable to iPadOS 26.4
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Cpu
5-core
Gpu
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)

Memory

Card Slot
No
Internal
128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM

Main Camera

Single
12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF
Features
HDR, panorama
Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie Camera

Single
12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide)
Features
HDR
Video
1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
3 5mm Jack
No

Connectivity

Wlan
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only)
Nfc
No
Radio
No
Usb
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort; magnetic connector

Features

Sensors
Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer

Battery

Type
Li-Po (28.93 Wh)
Charging
45W wired, PD

Misc

Colors
Silver, Blue, Pink, Yellow
Models
A3355, A3356, A3354, ipad15,7, ipad15,8
Sar
1.19 W/kg (body)
Sar Eu
1.47 W/kg (body)
Price
About 400 EUR

EU LABEL

Energy
Class G
Battery
67:00h endurance, 1000 cycles
Free Fall
Class E
Repairability
Class C