Compare Every iPad Model Ever Made

The Apple iPad is a popular device that makes it possible to stream movies, surf the internet, conduct business, and more. If you're in the market for an iPad, you have several options. Newer models are available from the Apple Store, but an older model might be less expensive and fit your needs.

Which iPad Should You Buy?

To make the right iPad-buying decision, compare iPads. Consider each model's features as well as prices. Here's a quick-reference guide to all iPad models so you can find the iPad that best suits your family.

The iPad made its debut in April 2010. It cost $499, had a 1,024x768 resolution, and offered up to 64 GB of internal storage.

iPad Pro and iPad models, with Apple Pencil — Apple Inc.

The Main Features of the iPad

When you're trying to understand the iPad's different models and prices, there are four main things to consider: size, networking, accessories, and storage.

Size

Various iPad models have come in an assortment of screen sizes through the years: 7.9, 9.7, 10.2, 10.5, 11, and 12.9 inches. Not all screen sizes are created equally, however. Some use better, and often more expensive, technology.

Networking

All iPad models offer Wi-Fi for networking. There are also versions that offer Wi-Fi + Cellular, with data plans from carriers such as AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.

Accessories

The iPad Pro models support the latest versions of the Apple Pencil and Apple Smart Keyboard accessories. The Smart Keyboard makes the iPad a viable laptop replacement for many. The Apple Pencil is terrific for artists and note-taking. Other iPad models support older versions of these accessories.

Storage

Top-end iPad Pro models offer up to 2 TB of storage. Earlier models are limited to 32 GB and 128 GB. It's always a good rule of thumb to buy as much storage as you can afford.

Current iPad Models Comparison Chart

Here's a look at the features of the current iPad models.

Using the new Apple Pencil on an iPad Pro after an Apple special event at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium September 9, 2015 — Stephen Lam / Getty Images News / Getty Images

	iPad Pro 12.9-inch 5th generation	iPad Pro 11-inch 3rd generation	iPad Air 5th generation	iPad 9th generation	iPad mini 6th generation
Reviews	iPad Pro 12.9-inch Review	iPad Pro 11-inch Review	iPad Air Review	iPad Review	iPad mini 6th Gen Review
Processor	M1 chip 8-core GPU, Neural Engine	M1 chip 8-core GPU, Neural Engine	M1 chip, 8-core CPU, 8-core graphics Neural Engine	A13 Bionic chip, 64-bit architectue, Neural Engine	A15 Bionic chip, 6-core CPU, 5-core graphics, 16-core Neural Engine
Capacity	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2TB	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2TB	64 GB, 256 GB	32 GB, 128 GB	64 GB, 256 GB
Screen Size (in inches)	12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display	11-inch Liquid Retina display	10.9-inch Liquid Retina display	10.2-inch Retina display	8.3-inch Liquid Retina display
Resolution	2732x2048 resolution at 264 PPI	2388x1668 resolution at 264 PPI	2360x1640 resolution at 264 PPI	2160x1620 resolution at 264 PPI	2266x1488 resolution at 326 PPI
True Tone Screen	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6 MIMO Wi-Fi + Cellular 5G, Bluetooth 5.0	Wi-Fi 6 MIMO Wi-Fi + Cellular 5G Bluetooth 5.0	Wi-Fi 6 MIMO Wi-Fi + Cellular Bluetooth 5.0 dual band	Wi-Fi MIMO Wi-Fi + Cellular Bluetooth 4.2 dual band	Wi-Fi 6 MIMO Wi-Fi + Cellular Bluetooth 5.0 dual band
Supported LTE Networks	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more
Assisted GPS	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Face ID	Yes	Yes	No	No	No
Touch ID	No	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Apple Pencil	2nd generation	2nd generation	2nd generation	1st generation	2nd generation
Smart Keyboard	Yes (Magic Keyboard also)	Yes (Magic Keyboard also)	Yes (Magic Keyboard also)	Yes	Logitech
USB-C	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Camera	Pro camera system, 12MP Wide and 10MP Ultra Wide cameras. 12MP Ultra Wide front camera	Pro camera system, 12MP Wide and 10MP Ultra Wide cameras. 12MP Ultra Wide front camera	12 MP Wide camera 12MP Ultra Wide front camera	8 MP Wide camera 12MP Ultra Wide front camera	12 MP Wide camera 12MP Ultra Wide front camera
Records Video	Up to 4K	Up to 4K	Up to 4K	Up to 1080p	Up to 4K
Slow-mo Video	1080p at 120 FPS or 240 FPS	1080p at 120 FPS or 240 FPS	1080p at 120 FPS or 240 FPS	720p at 120 FPS	1080p at 120 FPS or 240 FPS
HDMI Out	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter
Weight (in pounds)	1.5 pounds (Wi-Fi), 1.51 pounds (Wi-Fi + Cellular)	1.03 pounds (Wi-Fi, 1.04 pounds (Wi-Fi + Cellular)	1.02 pounds (Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular)	1.07 pounds (Wi-Fi), 1.09 pounds (Wi-Fi + Cellular)	0.65 pounds (Wi-Fi), 0.66 pounds (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
Size (in inches)	11.04 x 8.46 x 0.25	9.74 x 7.02 x 0.23	9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24	9.8 x 6.8 x 0.29	7.69 x 5.3 x 0.25
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours
Price	From $1099	From $799	From $599	From $399	From $499

Discontinued iPad Model Comparison Chart: iPad Pro

Find older iPad Pro models for sale on eBay, Amazon, Craigslist, and more sites. Apple also sells refurbished iPads.

iPad models — Stephen Lam / Stringer/Getty Images

	iPad Pro 12.9-inch 4th generation	iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation	iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation	iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation
Processor	A12Z Bionic	A12X	A10X	A9X
Capacity	128 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB	64 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB	64 GB 256 GB 512 GB	32 GB 128 GB 256 GB
Resolution	2732x2048	2732x2048	2732x2048	2732x2048
True Tone Screen	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 4G LTE Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE Bluetooth
Carrier	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more
Assisted GPS	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touch ID	No	No	Yes	Yes
Face ID	Yes	Yes	No	No
Apple Pencil	2nd generation	2nd generation	1st generation	1st generation
Smart Keyboard	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes	No	No
Camera	Front: 12MP Back: 12 MP Wide, 10 MP Ultra Wide	Front: 7 MP Back: 12 MP	Front: 7 MP Back: 12 MP	Front: 1.2 MP Back: 8 MP
Records Video	4K at 30 or 60 FPS	4K at 30 or 60 FPS	4K at 30 FPS	1080p at 30 FPS
Slo-mo Video	1080p at 120 or 240 FPS	1080p at 240 FPS	1080p at 120 FPS	720p at 120 FPS
HDMI Out	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter
Weight (in pounds)	1.41 - 1.42	1.39 - 1.4	1.49 - 1.53	1.57 - 1.59
Size (in inches)	11.04 x 8.46 x 0.23	11.04 x 8.46 x 0.23	12 x 8.68 x 0.27	12 x 8.68 x 0.27
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours

	iPad Pro 11-inch 2nd generation	iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation	iPad Pro 10.5-inch	iPad Pro 9.7-inch
Processor	A12Z Bionic chip	A12X Bionic chip	A10X Fusion chip	A9X
Capacity	128 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB	64 GB 256 GB 512 GB 1 TB	64 GB 256 GB 512 GB	32 GB 128 GB 256 GB
Screen Size (in inches)	11	11	10.5	9.7
Resolution	2388x1668	2388x1668	2224x1668	2048x1536
True Tone Screen	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, 4G Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth
4G Carrier	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more
Assisted GPS	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Touch ID	No	No	Yes	Yes
Face ID	Yes	Yes	No	No
Apple Pencil	2nd generation	2nd generation	1st generation	1st generation
Smart Keyboard	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes	No	No
Camera	Front: 12 MP Back: 12 MP Wide, 10 MP Ultra Wide	Front: 7 MP Back: 12 MP	Front: 7 MP Back: 12 MP	Front: 5 MP Back: 12 MP
Records Video	Up to 4K	4K at 30 or 60 FPS	4K at 30 FPS	4K at 30 FPS
Slo-Mo Video	1080p at 120 or 240 FPS (Wide), 240 FPS (Ultra Wide)	1080p at 240 FPS	1080p at 120 FPS	1080p at 120 FPS
HDMI Output	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter
Weight (in pounds)	1.04	1.03	1.03 - 1.05	0.96 - 0.98
Size (in inches)	9.74 x 7.02 x 0.23	9.74 x 7.02 x 0.23	9.8 x 6.8 x 0.24	9.4 x 6.6 x 0.24
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours

Discontinued iPad Model Comparison Chart: iPad

These older models may be harder to find but may be available secondhand.

Connect usb devices to iPad — Volanthevist / Moment / Getty Images

	iPad 8th generation	iPad 7th generation	iPad 6th generation	iPad 5th generation
Reviews	iPad 8th generation review	iPad 7th generation review	N/A	N/A
Processor	A12 Bionic	A10 Fusion	A10 Fusion	A9
Capacity	32GB 128GB	32GB 128GB	32GB 128GB	32GB 128GB
Screen Size (in inches)	10.2	10.2	9.7	9.7
Resolution	2160x1620	2160x1620	2048x1536	2048x1536
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth
Carrier	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more
Assisted GPS	Yes	Yes	Yes	4G/3G model only
Touch ID	Yes	Yes	2nd generation	Yes
Camera	Back: 8MP Front: 1.2 MP	Back: 8MP Front: 1.2 MP	Back: 8 MP still Front: 720p HD video, 1.2 MP still	Back: 10800 video, 8 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still
Records Video	up to 1080p	up to 1080p	up to 1080p	Yes, 1080p HD
Slo-Mo Video	720p at 120 FPS	720p at 120 FPS	720p at 240 FPS	Yes
HDMI Out	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter
Weight (in pounds)	1.08 - 1.09	1.07 - 1.09	1.03 - 1.05	1.03 - 1.05
Size (inches)	9.8x6.8x0.29	9.8x6.8x0.29	9.4x6.6x 0.29	9.4x6.6x0.29
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours

	4th generation iPad	3rd generation iPad	iPad 2	1st generation iPad
Processor	A6X	1Ghz Apple A5X	1Ghz Apple A5	1Ghz Apple A4
Capacity	6GB 32GB 64GB 128GB	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Screen Size (in inches)	9.7	9.7	9.7	9.7
Resolution	2048x1536	2048x1536	1024x768	1024x768
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, HSPA 3G, Bluetooth
Carrier	AT&T, Verizon	AT&T, Verizon	AT&T, Verizon	AT&T, Verizon
Assisted GPS	4G/3G model only	4G/3G model only	3G model only	3G model only
TouchID	No	No	No	No
Camera	Back: 1080p HD video, 5 MP still Front: VGA video and still	Back: 1080p HD video, 5 MP still Front: VGA video and still	Back: 720p HD video Front: VGA video and still	N/A
Records Video	Yes, 1080p HD	Yes, 1080p HD	Yes, 720p HD	No
Slo-mo Video	No	No	No	N/A
HDMI Out	Yes, with adapter	Yes, with adapter	Yes, with adapter	No
Weight (in pounds)	1.46	1.44-1.46	1.3-1.35	1.5
Size (inches)	9.5x7.31x0.37	7.31 x 9.5 x 0.37	7.31 x 9.5 x 0.34	7.47 x 9.56 x 0.5
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours

Discontinued iPad Model Comparison Chart: iPad Air

	iPad Air 4th generation	iPad Air 3rd generation	iPad Air 2	iPad Air
Reviews	iPad Air 4 review
Processor	A14 Bionic with Neural Engine	A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine	A8X	A7
Capacity	64 GB 256 GB	64 GB 256 GB	16 GB 64 GB 128 GB	16 GB 32 GB
Screen Size (in inches)	10.9	10.5	9.7	9.7
Resolution	2360x1640	2224x1668	2048x1536	2048x1536
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, MIMO, 4G LTE, Dual-Band, Bluetooth 5.0	Wi-Fi, MIMO, 4G LTE, Dual-Band, Bluetooth 5.0	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth
Carrier	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Check for more
Assisted GPS	Yes	Yes	4G/3G model only	4G/3G model only
Touch ID	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Camera	Back:12MP Front: 7MP	Back: 8MP Front: 7MP	Back: 1080p video, 8 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still	Back: 1080p video, 5 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still
Records Video	4K	Up to 1080p	1080p HD	1080p HD
Slo-Mo Video	1080p at 120 FPS or 240 FPS	720p at 120 FPS	Yes	No
HDMI Out?	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter	With adapter
Weight (in pounds)	1.0 - 1.01	1.0 - 1.02	0.96-0.98	1.0-1.05
Size (inches)	9.74 x 7.02 x 0.24	9.8 x 6.8 x 0.24	9.4 x 6.6 x 0.24	9.4 x 6.6 x 0.29
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours

Discontinued iPad Model Comparison Chart: iPad mini

These iPad mini models have been discontinued, but you may find these models for sale secondhand.

	iPad mini 5	iPad mini 4	iPad mini 3	iPad mini 2	iPad mini
Processor	A12 Bionic	A8	A7	A7	A5
Capacity	64 GB 256 GB	16 GB 64 GB 128 GB	16 GB 64 GB 128 GB	16 GB 32 GB	16 GB
Screen Size	7.9	7.9	7.9	7.9	7.9
Resolution	2048x1536	2048x1536	2048x1536	2048x1536	1024x768
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6, Dual Band 4G, Bluetooth 5.0	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth	Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth
Carrier	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon	AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
Assisted GPS	Yes	4G/3G model	4G/3G model	4G/3G model	4G/3G model
Touch ID	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No
Camera	Back: 12MP Front: 12MP	Back: 1080p video, 8 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still	Back: 1080p video, 5 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still	Back: 1080p video, 5 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still	Back: 1080p video, 5 MP still Front: 720p video, 1.2 MP still
Records Video	1080p HD	1080p HD	1080p HD	1080p HD	1080p HD
Slo-mo Video	720p at 240 FPS	720p at 120 FPS	No	No	No
HDMI Out	With adapter	Yes, with adapter	Yes, with adapter	Yes, with adapter	Yes, with adapter
Weight (in pounds)	0.66-0.68	0.65-0.67	0.73-0.75	0.73-0.75	0.68-0.69
Size (inches)	8.0 x 5.3 x 0.24	8.0 x 5.3 x 0.24	7.87 x 5.3 x 0.29	7.87 x 5.3 x 0.29	7.87 x 5.3 x 0.28
Battery Life	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours	10 hours