Why does my iPad shut down at 50%-80% battery and show a low battery icon?

My iPad will show 50%-80% battery, shut down, when I try to turn it back on it shows the red low battery icon, then when I plug it in and turn it on it shows the battery level that was there before the shut down. I can then unplug it and it stays on until the next time. I’ve gotten very good at shutting down apps when not using them and this will happen when I’m reading a book, a low power activity. Any help would definitely be appreciated!




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iPad Pro, iPadOS 16

Posted on Mar 23, 2025 12:03 PM

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Mar 24, 2025 11:28 AM in response to rosy777

As described, your iPad battery may have a fault, or may be reaching the end of its usable life. If the battery has failed or is failing, the iPad may unexpectedly turn-off - or may not successfully boot to a running state even when connected to its Power Adapter.


Are you able to use the iPad while remaining connected to your Power Adapter? If yes, while monitoring the indicated battery state, disconnect the Power Adapter; if the indicated battery state suddenly falls, or the iPad shuts-off, this test demonstrates the iPad battery having reached the end of its usable life:

iPad Repair & Service - Apple Support



If you continue to experience difficulties, you will might seek assistance directly from Apple Support and request a remote battery test. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad - and you can explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Why does my iPad shut down at 50%-80% battery and show a low battery icon?

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