In the wide array of iPad models Apple currently has, two of the most recognizable, perhaps, are the iPad (9th/10th Gen) and the iPad Air (5th Gen). It brings about another question once again: Between the two, iPad and iPad Air, which is suitable for you? Let's dive into the differences between the two, their advantages and disadvantages, and when to choose between them.
Design and Display
Both the iPad (10th Gen) and iPad Air (5th Gen) feature a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display. It gives an air of being more premium to the iPad Air because it has a laminated display. The iPad might have been a bit of a glare.
Performance
Unlike the fresh iPads, which run on the A14 Bionic chip, the iPads in question run on the Apple M1 chip of the Mac. Come to think of it, the 10th Gen iPad has a powerful processor, but less powerful than the M1.
If you are doing a lot of multitasking, video editing, and heavy graphics apps, the iPad Air is for you. The iPad is good enough for reading casually, browsing, watching videos, and doing a bit of light gaming.
Apple Pencil and Keyboard Support
The iPad supports Apple Pencil Gen 1, while the iPad Air is compatible with the new Apple Pencil Gen 2, which is much better and easier to charge.
Both have the option to be used with the Magic Keyboard Folio or Smart Keyboard. However, the iPad Air gets the bonus points for superior Pencil support.
Price
iPad is cheaper than all other tablets in Bangladesh, so it is meant for budget users. The price of iPad Air is quite on the higher side because of its top-notch performance features.
Who it is for
iPads (9th/10th Gen) - Students, general users, or those who need good performance within a budget.
iPad Air - Designers, video edition, or anyone searching for performance with M1 processing power.
This comparison between iPad and iPad Air makes it clear which one is better for users ranging from casual to specific purposes and studies: the iPad would just be perfect for use, while the iPad Air would be better for a more sophisticated and professional kind of use.
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