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43 critic reviews
Screen
10.2"
Battery
32 WHr
Compass Verdict
The iPad 10.2 (2021) is one of the best entry-level iPads to date. But unless it’s your first iPad or you’re replacing one more than a couple of years old, it doesn’t bring much new to the table.
Pros
+
Upgraded front-facing camera
+
Smooth performance
+
Decent battery life
Cons
−
Design feels dated
−
It does not support newer accessories
−
Weaker speakers
Camera
Main:
8MP f/2.4
Front:
12MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Effects, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Hexa-core
Storage:
64/256 GB
Speed:
2650MHz
Display
Size:
10.2" Color
Res:
1620 × 2160
PPI:
265 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
32 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
498g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 4.2
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP
USB:
Lightning
37 critic reviews
Screen
12.9"
Battery
41 WHr
Compass Verdict
A powerhouse tablet with top-tier performance and superb screen quality, but at a high price.
Pros
+
Fast performance
+
Beautiful display
+
Great build quality
+
Powerful speakers
+
Apple Pencil hover support
Cons
−
High price
−
Limited storage on base model
−
Battery life varies
−
Front camera placement
−
iPadOS limitations
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
Front:
12MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Lens 2:
10MP f/2.4
Flash:
Yes (Quad LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple M2 Octa-core
RAM:
8/16 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512/1000/ 2000 GB
Speed:
3500MHz
Display
Size:
12.9" Color
Res:
2048 × 2732
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
40 WHr
Fast charge:
20W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
685g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/6e
BT:
BT Yes
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP
USB:
USB Type-C
Asus Transformer Prime
Asus · Android 3.2 Honeycomb · 10.1"
33 critic reviews
Screen
10.1"
Battery
25 WHr
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
1MP
Flash:
Yes
Features:
Auto focus, White balance
Performance
Chip:
Nvidia Tegra 3 Quad-core CPU
RAM:
1 GB
Storage:
32/64 GB
Speed:
1300MHz
Display
Size:
10.1" Color
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
25 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
Unknown
Design
Weight:
586g
Material:
Unknown
Colors:
Amethyst Gray, Champagne Gold
Fingerprint:
Unknown
Waterproof:
Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 2.1
NFC:
Unknown
WiFi standards:
b, g, n
USB:
No
Pros
+
Beautiful display
+
Decent battery life
+
Lightning-fast processor
+
Easy to use
Cons
−
Expensive without including accessories
−
No headphone jack
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
Front:
7MP
Flash:
Yes (Dual LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A12Z Bionic Octa-core
RAM:
6 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512/1000 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
2388 × 1668
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
28 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
471g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Space Gray, Silver
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
The Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) might be the perfect iPad option for everyday use. It’s big enough for productivity or movie watching but small enough to easily stash in your bag or hold while you read. Apple Pen support is also great — but will add to the price.
Pros
+
Bright, colorful display
+
Blazing performance
+
Solid build
+
Light enough to hold for extended periods
+
Apple Pen support
Cons
−
Lack of storage options
−
No microSD support
−
Apple Pen and a case will increase the price
−
No smart connector for accessories
Camera
Main:
8MP f/2.4
Front:
1MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A10 Fusion Quad core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
32/128 GB
Speed:
2340MHz
Display
Size:
9.7" Color
Res:
1536 × 2048
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
32 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
469g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Gold, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.2
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
USB:
Lightning
Compass Verdict
If you’re looking for a smaller tablet, reviewers loved the iPad Mini (2019). It’s ultra-portable, powerful, and affordable. You can’t ask for much more.
Pros
+
Price
+
1st Generation Apple Pen support
+
Excellent performance
+
Plenty of storage
+
3.5mm headphone jack
Cons
−
No storage expansion options
−
Older-looking design
−
No Face ID
−
So-so cameras
Camera
Main:
8MP f/2.4
Front:
7MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm) Hexa-core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
64/128 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
7.9" Color
Res:
1536 × 2048
PPI:
326 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
19 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
300.5g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Gray, Gold
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 5.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
Lightning
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
5MP
Front:
1MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging
Performance
Chip:
Apple Apple A5 Dual core
RAM:
512 MB
Storage:
16/32/64 GB
Speed:
1000MHz
Display
Size:
7.9" Color
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
16 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
Unknown
Design
Weight:
308g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Black & Slate, White & Silver
Fingerprint:
Unknown
Waterproof:
Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.0
NFC:
Unknown
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP
USB:
Yes
Pros
+
Solid performance
+
Large 10.2-inch display
+
Apple Pencil (1st Gen) support
+
Smart Keyboard support
+
Good battery life
Cons
−
Slow charger included with tablet
−
Limited storage options -- 32GB or 128GB
−
No Face ID
Camera
Main:
8MP f/2.4
Front:
1MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A10 Fusion APL1W24 Quad-core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
32/128 GB
Speed:
2340MHz
Display
Size:
10.2" Color
Res:
1620 × 2160
PPI:
264 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
32 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
483g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Gray, Gold
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.2
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, OPP/FTP
USB:
Lightning
Compass Verdict
While the iPad Pro 11 might not completely replace your laptop, it offers powerful performance, a beautiful display, and a flexible tablet experience you won’t find anywhere else — assuming you’re willing to pay for it.
Pros
+
Beautiful display
+
Premium design
+
Minimal bezels
+
Blazing performance
+
Flexible accessory options
+
Great audio
Cons
−
No headphone jack
−
Price
−
Slippery back without a case
Camera
Main:
12MP f/1.8
Front:
7MP
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
Yes (Quad LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A12X Bionic Octa core
RAM:
4/6 GB
Storage:
64/256/ 512/1000 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
11" Color
Res:
1668 × 2388
PPI:
265 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
29 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
468g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 5.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
USB:
USB Type-C
Google Nexus 10
Samsung · Android 4.2 Jelly Bean · 10.05"
29 critic reviews
Screen
10.05"
Battery
9,000 mAh
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
5MP
Front:
1MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Geotagging, Panorama, White balance
Performance
Chip:
Dual-Core Cortex-A15
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
8/16 GB
Speed:
1700MHz
Display
Size:
10.05" Color
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
9,000 mAh
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
Unknown
Design
Weight:
603g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Charcoal Gray
Fingerprint:
Unknown
Waterproof:
Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 3.0
NFC:
Unknown
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
USB:
Micro-USB 2.0
Pros
+
Smooth and snappy performance
+
Laminated screen for more interactive user experience
+
Bigger color gamut range
+
Good camera
Cons
−
Slight lag when switching between multiple apps
−
Different dimensions means you cannot use older covers
−
No mute/rotation lock switch
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
1MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Apple A8 Triple core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
16/64/128 GB
Speed:
1500MHz
Display
Size:
7.9" Color
Res:
1536 × 2048
PPI:
326 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
19 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
299g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Silver, Gold, Space Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.2
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, HID, HFP, PAN
USB:
Lightning
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4
Samsung · Android 4.4 KitKat · 8.4"
22 critic reviews
Screen
8.4"
Battery
4,900 mAh
Pros
+
Vibrant and bright display
+
Smooth performance with no lag during basic and demanding tasks
+
Excellent battery life
Cons
−
Display colors oversaturated
−
Noisy photos in low light
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
2MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Samsung Exynos 5 Octa core
RAM:
3 GB
Storage:
16/32 GB
Speed:
1900MHz
Display
Size:
8.4" Color
Res:
1600 × 2560
PPI:
360 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
4,900 mAh
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
294g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Dazzling White, Titanium Bronze
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HSP, PAN
USB:
Micro-USB 2.0
Microsoft Surface Pro 5
Microsoft · Windows 10 Pro · 12.3"
37 critic reviews
Screen
12.3"
Battery
45 WHr
Pros
+
Beautiful display
+
Lightweight design
+
Excellent accessories
+
Plenty of storage
+
Solid performance
Cons
−
Price
−
So-so cameras
−
Extra cost for pen and keyboard cover
−
No USB Type-C
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
5MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Flash:
No
Features:
Auto focus
Performance
Chip:
Intel Core m3
RAM:
4 GB
Storage:
128 GB
Speed:
2600MHz
Display
Size:
12.3" Color
Res:
1824 × 2736
PPI:
267 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
45 WHr
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
766g
Material:
Magnesium alloy
Colors:
Platinum, Burgundy, Cobalt Blue
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
USB:
Yes
34 critic reviews
Screen
13"
Battery
52 WHr
No editorial review yet. View full specs →
Camera
Main:
10MP
Front:
5MP
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
No
Features:
Effects, Face detection, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
Intel Core i5-1135G7 Quad-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512 GB
Speed:
4200MHz
Display
Size:
13" Color
Res:
1920 × 2880
PPI:
267 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
51 WHr
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
889g
Material:
Aluminium
Colors:
Graphite, Platinum,
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5
Samsung · Android 4.4 KitKat · 10.5"
20 critic reviews
Screen
10.5"
Battery
7,900 mAh
Pros
+
Excellent display
+
Plenty of battery life
+
Light weight
+
Thin, comfortable to hold design
+
Multi-user mode with parental controls
Cons
−
Finicky fingerprint scanner
−
Simple Clicker case attachments are tricky
−
Occasional performance delays
Camera
Main:
8MP
Front:
2MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Panorama, White balance
Performance
Chip:
Samsung Exynos 5 Octa core
RAM:
3 GB
Storage:
16/32 GB
Speed:
1900MHz
Display
Size:
10.5" Color
Res:
2560 × 1600
PPI:
287 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
7,900 mAh
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Video playback:
0.2h
Design
Weight:
465g
Material:
Plastic
Colors:
Titanium Bronze, Dazzling White
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 4.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HSP, PAN
USB:
Micro-USB 2.0
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