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Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:10.2 inchesChipset:Apple A13 Bionic

Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 30 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB)
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.1

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.5

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 73% of tablets
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

★Better than 92%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

7.3

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

7.3

Camera

14%

6.7

Battery

12%

7.0

Connectivity

8%

9.6

Software

5%

7.0

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–²Better than 71%
8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (30)
30 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 93%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £130
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
3GB + 32GB3GB + 128GB

What reviewers say about the Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB)

Based on 29

Reviewers praise smooth performance, gaming and long battery life, but dislike the weak camera, small storage and dated design.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

7.3

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

7.3

Camera

14%

6.7

Battery

12%

7.0

Connectivity

8%

9.6

Software

5%

7.0

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

7.1
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

8.2
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Process node
7 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 7 nm process, which is smaller than 70% of tablets and equal to 6% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
1,338 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 1,338 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 74% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic
This tablet runs on Apple A13 Bionic, which is more advanced than 89.6% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2160×1620
This tablet has a 2160×1620 screen, which is sharper than 73.7% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
264 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 264 ppi, which is higher than 71% of tablets and equal to 5.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
Chemically Strengthened Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Chemically Strengthened Glass, which is less durable than 65.1% of tablets and the same as 12.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 12 MP resolution, which is higher than 90.1% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
8,827 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,827 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 81.6% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
20 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 20 W, which is faster than 60.4% of tablets and equal to 6.2% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
iPadOS
This tablet uses the iPadOS operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 94.6%.
Update support duration
long
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
498 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 498 g, which is heavier than 52.2% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A13 Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A13 Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU (4-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (4-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 7 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (iPadOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iPadOS vs Android
  • 100 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    500 nits vs 400 nits
  • 33.7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,827 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,827 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 21.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    ★ Better than 93% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (30)
    30 reviews: 19 with a printed score, 11 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.0
  • 8.9% better value for money
    Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.22 vs 7.6).
    8.22 vs 7.55
  • 2x cheaper
    Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Apple A13 Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Apple A13 Bionic vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses NVMe storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    NVMe vs eMMC
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Apple GPU (4-core graphics) vs Mali-G51).
    Apple GPU (4-core graphics) vs Mali-G51
  • 24.5% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.49 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 2.29x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    34.1 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 73.1% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,125 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,125 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 83.5% higher single-core score
    This tablet has a higher single-core score than the average tablet (1,338 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    1,338 points vs 729 points
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 50% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (7 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    7 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 100 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    500 nits vs 400 nits
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2160×1620 vs 1920×1200).
    2,160×1,620 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 99 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (500 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    500 nits vs 401 nits
  • 19.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (264 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 0.1 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.2 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.2 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 7 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (12 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    12 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 33.7% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,827 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,827 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports AirPlay streaming
    This tablet supports AirPlay streaming, while the average tablet does not. 7.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Fingerprint scanner in the home button.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via Lightning Digital AV adapter
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (iPadOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iPadOS vs Android
  • Longer update support
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
    Reduce White Point accessibility dimming
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
    paste alert
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (6 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (6 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    6 vs 8
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Chemically Strengthened Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad 10.2 8th Gen (3GB + 32GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 50.6 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (250.6 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    250.6 mm vs 200 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
14/06/2021
Two-minute review · Value iPad
Verdict
The iPad (2020) is the easiest iPad to recommend to most buyers, with a faster chip and charger, though it changes little.
9.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
30/09/2020
Review · Cheapest iPad
Verdict
The iPad (2020) is the best lower-cost tablet, with a much faster chip and at least five years of updates, though its storage is tight.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
29/09/2020
Review · Upgrade or first iPad
Verdict
The iPad 8 (2020) is a good choice for replacing an old iPad or moving into iOS, but the iPad Air 4 offers far more features.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
25/09/2020
Review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The iPad (2020) is the best tablet for the money, faster than before and a capable laptop stand-in with the Smart Keyboard, though its screen is the weak point.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
24/09/2020
Review · Student tablet
Verdict
The iPad (2020) is the best budget tablet for students and casual users, with a fast chip and large app library, though its design looks dated.
7.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
23/09/2020
Hands-on review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is fast and handles everyday tasks well, but its 32GB base storage, Lightning port and lack of multi-user accounts hold it back.
8.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
02/10/2020
Hands-on review · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is a classic-looking entry tablet with a powerful A12 chip, but chunky bezels, 32GB base storage and a reflective screen show its age.
8.1
cnet.com
✓ explicit
30/09/2020
Review · Entry-level iPad
Verdict
The 8th-gen iPad is a faster version of last year's basic iPad, a safe pick for families and students, but 32GB storage is too low.
8.0
macworld.com
✓ explicit
30/09/2020
Review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The iPad 10.2in is a dependable all-rounder whose faster chip and light, portable body suit most people, though it changes little from 2019.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
24/09/2020
Review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The 8th-gen iPad is a steal for budget buyers thanks to its A12 chip and 20W charger, though it looks identical to last year's model.
9.6
pickr.com.au
✓ explicit
21/09/2020
Review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The 8th-gen iPad is great value for everyday use, with roughly double the performance of last year's model, though its design is unchanged.
9.0
choice.com.au
≈ estimated
01/02/2021
Hands-on review · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The 8th-gen iPad is Apple's best-value tablet, almost twice as fast as its predecessor with longer battery life, making it a good first iPad.
A
appleinsider.com
05/10/2020
✓ explicit
8.0
Summary of the review
Review: Apple's eighth-gen iPad is powerful and expectedly boring
9.0
melty.fr
≈ estimated
21/10/2020
Hands-on test · Laptop alternative
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is a solid value that can replace a laptop for many people once you add the Smart Keyboard and Apple Pencil.
8.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
01/09/2020
Tester review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is a fast tablet with a pleasant touch screen and good photos, but it lacks multi-user accounts and a headphone jack.
9.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
02/10/2020
Full review · Ecosystem tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is a well-built tablet with an excellent screen and the full Apple ecosystem, though its 32GB base storage and Lightning port will feel limiting.
9.0
tomshw.it
≈ estimated
30/09/2020
Benchmark review · Entry iPad
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is the best low-cost tablet thanks to its A12 chip and app library, though it is almost identical to last year's model.
8.0
wired.it
✓ explicit
25/09/2020
Full review · Value tablet
Verdict
The Apple iPad (2020) is a well-balanced tablet whose A12 chip and iOS 14 features make it good value, though its dated design and Lightning port show.
8.8
it.root-nation.com
✓ explicit
11/12/2020
Hands-on review · Entry-level tablet
Verdict
The iPad 8 is a solid, well-built tablet that handles everyday tasks and PUBG easily, but its heavy frame and 32GB storage are drawbacks.
9.0
ilfattoquotidiano.it
≈ estimated
01/10/2020
Review · Entry-level iPad
Verdict
The iPad (8th gen) suits anyone wanting an Apple tablet cheaper than the Pro, but owners of recent iPads have little reason to upgrade.

Verdict

The Apple iPad 10.2-inch (8th Gen) is an entry-level tablet powered by the A12 Bionic chip with a 6-core CPU and 4-core GPU, paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. It features a 10.2-inch Retina IPS LCD display with a 2160 x 1620 resolution and 500 nits of brightness, housed in a classic aluminum design with a Touch ID home button and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Main advantages include its significant performance boost over previous generations, support for the 1st-gen Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, and approximately 10 hours of battery life. However, notable drawbacks include the non-laminated display with a visible air gap, a low-resolution 1.2MP front-facing camera, the use of a Lightning port instead of USB-C, and very limited base storage that can fill up quickly with modern apps and media.

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