Tablet Comparison
Google Nexus 7 (2013) vs Apple iPad Air (2022) Comparison
A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
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Verdict
Pros & cons
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
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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 Air (2022)
The Apple iPad Air for 2022 is an excellent device, and it can be ideal for casual and professional users. However, the baseline storage is not enough even for the lower price.
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What's good
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Fast performance
+
Fits existing iPad cases
+
Works with 2nd gen apple pencil
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What's not
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Battery life could be better
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64GB of space is not enough
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
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Good
+
Full HD screen that displays 323ppi
+
New fast Qualcomm processor
+
Thinner and easy to handle tablet design
−
Not
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No microSD slot
−
Camera is unimpressive
iPad Air (2022)
The Apple iPad Air for 2022 is an excellent device, and it can be ideal for casual and professional users. However, the baseline storage is not enough even for the lower price.
+
Good
+
Fast performance
+
Fits existing iPad cases
+
Works with 2nd gen apple pencil
−
Not
−
Battery life could be better
−
64GB of space is not enough
Spec data
How they compare
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
iPad Air (2022)
Price (MSRP)
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$599
OS
Android
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad core
Apple M1 Octa-core
Camera zoom
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—
Battery life
—
—
Wired charging
—
—
Wireless charging
—
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Display
Color
Color
Software support
—
—
Repairability
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—
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
462g (16.3 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
Spec data
How they compare
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
iPad Air (2022)
Price (MSRP)
—
Price (MSRP)
$599
OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad core
Processor
Apple M1 Octa-core
Camera zoom
—
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
290g (10.2 oz)
Weight
462g (16.3 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison
Size & weight
Footprint · to scale
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
0.8" × 0.4"
iPad Air (2022)
9.7" × 7"
Thickness · to scale
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
0"
iPad Air (2022)
0.2"
Google Nexus 7 (2013)
iPad Air (2022)
Height
0.8" (20 mm)
9.7" (247.6 mm)
Width
0.4" (11.4 mm)
7" (178.5 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
0.2" (6.1 mm)
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
462g (16.3 oz)
Screen
7.02"
10.9"
Height
0.8" (20 mm)
Height
9.7" (247.6 mm)
Width
0.4" (11.4 mm)
Width
7" (178.5 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
Depth
0.2" (6.1 mm)
Weight
290g (10.2 oz)
Weight
462g (16.3 oz)
Screen
7.02"
Screen
10.9"
Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.
Common questions
Google Nexus 7 (2013) vs iPad Air (2022): FAQ
Which is better, the Google Nexus 7 (2013) or iPad Air (2022)?
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 →