Is the iPad Air M2 better than the iPad 10th gen for notes?

Yes — the iPad Air M2 is generally better for note-taking than the iPad 10th gen, mainly because it has a laminated display and a more premium writing feel. The screen has less visible gap, so writing with a stylus tends to feel more direct and slightly more accurate.

The Air M2 also supports Apple Pencil Pro, which adds note-taking extras like squeeze gestures, haptic feedback, and barrel roll. It also supports Apple Pencil (USB-C).

That said, the iPad 10th gen is still a solid choice for basic note-taking in apps like Goodnotes, Notability, or Apple Notes, and it costs a lot less. If you want the best writing feel and Pencil features, the iPad Air M2 is the better choice. If you mainly want a cheaper tablet for straightforward notes, the 10th gen is usually the better value.

If you’re comparing accessories, double-check Pencil compatibility for the exact setup you want, since Apple’s support options can be a little confusing and can change by model.