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TCL Tab 10 5G vs Apple iPad 3 Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tablet.
TCL Tab 10 5G
TCL
TCL Tab 10 5G
7.4 / 10
Compass Score
From 2 critic reviews
Full review →
Apple iPad 3
Apple
Apple iPad 3
8.8 / 10
Compass Score
From 42 critic reviews
Full review →
Spec data

How they compare

Tab 10 5G
iPad 3
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
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OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
MediaTek MT8771 Kompanio 800T Octa-core
Processor
Dual-core Apple A5X
Camera zoom
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Camera zoom
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Battery life
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Battery life
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Wired charging
18W
Wired charging
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Wireless charging
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Wireless charging
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Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
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Software support
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Repairability
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Repairability
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Weight
17.28g (0.6 oz)
Weight
652g (23 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Unknown
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Tab 10 5G
9.5" × 6.2"
iPad 3
0.9" × 0.7"
Thickness · to scale
Tab 10 5G
0.3"
iPad 3
0"
Height
9.5" (241 mm)
Height
0.9" (24.1 mm)
Width
6.2" (158 mm)
Width
0.7" (18.6 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
Weight
17.28g (0.6 oz)
Weight
652g (23 oz)
Screen
10.1"
Screen
9.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Tab 10 5G vs iPad 3: FAQ

Which is better, the Tab 10 5G or iPad 3?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPad 3 earns a Compass Score of 8.8 compared to 7.4 for the Tab 10 5G. That 1.4-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated April 2026. Suggest a correction →