iPad Air iPad vs iPad Air

[iThinkurBeats]

I saw a video from a YouTuber who claimed the iPad Air was the best iPad for everything.
I wanted to know what a basic iPad can't do compared to an iPad Air?
I'm not referring to speed, but rather what it can't do in terms of features.
Thanks

 

[Digitalguy]

Full external monitor support (= extended display) and Apple Intelligence, those are the main 2 things.
Also several pro apps only work with M devices because they need at least 8GB RAM.

 

[rui no onna]

The display is not fully laminated (has an air gap) and there's also no Display Zoom - More Space option.

 

[CharlesShaw]

The display is not fully laminated (has an air gap)

Does the non-laminated screen limit what you can "do" on the iPad versus the Air or Pro? I'm interpreting that as the OP's question. (I agree that using an Apple Pencil would be a more satisfying experience on the Air or Pro, but it can still be done.)