The new 10th generation Apple iPad was presented yesterday. Compared to 9th generation iPad from last year there are some innovations and adjustments. With these, Apple's updated standard tablet now joins the full lineup, which also includes Air, mini, and Pro versions. Perhaps the following comparison of the two iPads from 2022 and 2021 will help you to decide whether to buy one or the other. What convinces you about the individual models or do you prefer to wait another year? Please leave a comment :)
Chapter in this post:
- 1 Tablet Comparison: iPad (10th Gen) vs. iPad (9th Gen)
- 2 New Apple devices: iPad 10 and iPad Pros in the video
- 3 tips to optimize iPad usage
- 4 1. Use multitasking
- 5 2. Master keyboard shortcuts
- 6 3. Use Apple Pencil effectively
- 7 4. Widgets for quick access
- 8 5. File management with the Files app
- 9 6. Night mode and eye comfort
- 10 7. Learn the gestures
- 11 Best Apps for iPad
- 12 1. For productivity: Microsoft Office
- 13 2. For notes: Notability
- 14 3. For creativity: Procreate
- 15 4. For Learning: Khan Academy
- 16 5. For music production: GarageBand
- 17 6. For file management: Files
- 18 7. For relaxation: Calm
- 19 8. For digital magazines and newspapers: Flipboard
- 20 9. For photo editing: Adobe Lightroom
- 21 iPad as a creative tool
- 22 Similar posts
Tablet Comparison: iPad (10th Gen) vs. iPad (9th Gen)
In the following table I have summarized data on size, design, chips, cameras and so on. So you have a direct comparison of the two iPad versions from last year and this year. And you don't have to click back and forth between the two posts linked above to compare the devices. I left out larger similarities such as battery life and the like. But I also included a few important similarities, such as the display brightness or the Apple Pencil compatibility.
iPad 10, 2022 | iPad 9, 2021 | |
Size: | 248,6 mm x 179,5 mm x 7 mm | 250,6 x 174,1 x 7,5 mm |
Weight | 477 - 481 g | 487 - 498 g |
Retina version | Liquid Retina display with rounded corners | Retina display with 90° corners |
Display diagonal | 10,9 inches (27,69 cm) | 10,2 inches (25,91 cm) |
Display resolution | 2.360 x 1.640 pixels @ 264 ppi | 2.160. x 1.620 pixels @ 264 ppi |
Display brightness | 500 Nits | 500 Nits |
Apple Pencil support | yes, 1st generation | yes, 1st generation |
keyboard support | Magic Keyboard Folio | Smart Keyboard |
Apple silicon | A14 Bionic Chip (6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core neural engine) | A13 Bionic Chip (6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 8-core neural engine) |
Internal memory | 64 GB or 256 GB | 64 GB or 256 GB |
Camera (back) | 12 MP with ƒ/1.8 aperture and HDR function for 4K recordings | 8 MP with ƒ/2.4 aperture and HDR function for 1080p recordings |
FaceTime Camera (Front) | Landscape mode, 12 MP with ƒ/2.4 aperture, 122° field of view, center stage and 1080p video recording | Portrait mode, 12 MP with ƒ/2.4 aperture, 122° field of view, center stage and 1080p video recording |
touch ID | button at the top | Home Button |
WiFi | WiFi 6 802.11ax, dual band | WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, dual band |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 4.2 |
Mobile | Nano-SIM and eSIM, usable up to 5G | Nano-SIM and eSIM can be used up to 4G LTE |
Physical Interfaces | USB-C, Smart Connector | Lightning, Smart Connector |
Price (Apple.com) | from € 579 | from € 429 |
New Apple devices: iPad 10 and iPad Pros in the video
In addition to the 10th generation iPad, Apple yesterday also presented the new iPad Pro with a 12,9-inch display (6th gen) and 11-inch display (4th gen). The new iPad Pros with M2 chip were doing the same Video presented like the entry-level model. You can watch it in the following embedded player:
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After graduating from high school, Johannes completed an apprenticeship as a business assistant specializing in foreign languages. But then he decided to research and write, which resulted in his independence. For several years he has been working for Sir Apfelot, among others. His articles include product introductions, news, manuals, video games, consoles, and more. He follows Apple keynotes live via stream.