Tablet Comparison
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) vs Google Nexus 7 (2013) Comparison
A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
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Verdict
Pros & cons
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
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What's good
+
Supports 5G
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Center Stage is an excellent addition
+
Sets new records for tablet speed and performance
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The Liquid Retina XDR display is amazing
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What's not
−
HDR content is the only way to appreciate the new screen tech fully
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Expensive, especially with accessories.
−
iPadOS still feels a little clunky for productivity use
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
+
What's good
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Full HD screen that displays 323ppi
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New fast Qualcomm processor
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Thinner and easy to handle tablet design
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What's not
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No microSD slot
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Camera is unimpressive
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
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Good
+
Supports 5G
+
Center Stage is an excellent addition
+
Sets new records for tablet speed and performance
+
The Liquid Retina XDR display is amazing
−
Not
−
HDR content is the only way to appreciate the new screen tech fully
−
Expensive, especially with accessories.
−
iPadOS still feels a little clunky for productivity use
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
+
Good
+
Full HD screen that displays 323ppi
+
New fast Qualcomm processor
+
Thinner and easy to handle tablet design
−
Not
−
No microSD slot
−
Camera is unimpressive
Spec data
How they compare
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
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OS
iOS
Android
Processor
Apple M1 Octa-core
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad core
Camera zoom
2×
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Battery life
—
—
Wired charging
—
—
Wireless charging
—
—
Display
Color
Color
Software support
—
—
Repairability
—
—
Weight
682g (24.1 oz)
290g (10.2 oz)
Fingerprint
No
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
Spec data
How they compare
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
Price (MSRP)
—
OS
iOS
OS
Android
Processor
Apple M1 Octa-core
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad core
Camera zoom
2×
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
682g (24.1 oz)
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison
Size & weight
Footprint · to scale
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
11" × 8.5"
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
0.8" × 0.4"
Thickness · to scale
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
0.3"
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
0"
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021)
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
Height
11" (280.6 mm)
0.8" (20 mm)
Width
8.5" (214.9 mm)
0.4" (11.4 mm)
Depth
0.3" (6.4 mm)
0" (0.9 mm)
Weight
682g (24.1 oz)
290g (10.2 oz)
Screen
12.9"
7.02"
Height
11" (280.6 mm)
Height
0.8" (20 mm)
Width
8.5" (214.9 mm)
Width
0.4" (11.4 mm)
Depth
0.3" (6.4 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
Weight
682g (24.1 oz)
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
Screen
12.9"
Screen
7.02"
Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.
Common questions
iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) vs Google Nexus 7 (2013): FAQ
Which is better, the iPad Pro 12.9 (2021) or Google Nexus 7 (2013)?
Both phones earn identical Compass Scores of 8.8, meaning critics rate them equally overall. The right choice depends entirely on which trade-offs matter more to you. Scroll through the spec-by-spec breakdown above to see where each phone pulls ahead.
Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →