Apple Code Leak Points to A19 Chip and 8GB RAM in Next Entry-Level iPad
Backend code references indicate the 12th-generation entry-level iPad will feature an A19 processor, 8GB of RAM, and custom N1 wireless and C1X modem components. The shift from the current A16 chip and 6GB of memory would improve performance and allow support for Apple Intelligence features. The findings were reported after code was discovered by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris.
The leak comes from backend references found by Aaron Perris, a MacRumors contributor. They point to the 12th-generation entry-level iPad moving from the 11th-generation A16 chip and 6GB memory to an A19 processor and 8GB RAM. That memory level matches what Apple requires for its on-device AI suite.
Apple is also said to use its own C1X modem for sub-6GHz 5G and N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. These changes would replace prior third-party networking parts and add smart-home control. Pricing and release timing remain unclear in the available material.
This may narrow the gap between entry-level and premium tablets, giving more people access to on-device AI tools. It could also strengthen Apple's control over connectivity components, potentially affecting suppliers and competitors. Consumers may benefit from better performance and battery life, though the real impact depends on final price and availability.