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Apple Pencil (USB-C) Specifications

Complete Apple Pencil (USB-C) technical specifications · Released 2023 · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Display
13.00″
Chip
Storage / Colors
Weight / OS
20.5 g · iPadOS 17.1

Apple Pencil (USB-C) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple Pencil (USB-C), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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Size and Weight

  • Length: 6.10 inches (155 mm)
  • Diameter: 0.35 inch (8.9 mm)
  • Weight: 0.72 ounce (20.5 grams)

iSystem Requirements

  • iPadOS 17.1.1 or later

iCompatibility

  • iPad Models
  • iPad Pro 13-inch (M5)
  • iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)
  • iPad Air 13-inch (M4)
  • iPad Air 11-inch (M4)
  • iPad Air 13-inch (M3)
  • iPad Air 11-inch (M3)
  • iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
  • iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
  • iPad Air (5th generation)
  • iPad Air (4th generation)
  • iPad (A16)
  • iPad (10th generation)
  • iPad mini (A17 Pro)
  • iPad mini (6th generation)

Connections

  • Bluetooth
  • USB-C Connector

iOther Features

  • Magnetically attaches

iOverview

  • Apple Pencil (USB-C) is perfect for taking notes, sketching, marking up documents, journaling, and more. It delivers pixel‑perfect precision, low latency, and tilt sensitivity. So it’s as natural to use as a pencil.
  • Apple Pencil (USB-C) pairs and charges via a USB-C Charge Cable. It magnetically attaches to the side of iPad for storage.
  • Apple Pencil (USB-C) supports Apple Pencil hover when used with iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M2), and iPad Air 11-inch (M2).

iWhat’s in the Box

  • Apple Pencil (USB-C)

Apple Pencil (USB-C) FAQ

What year was Apple Pencil (USB-C) released?

Apple Pencil (USB-C) was released in 2023.