Head to head · 2 tablets

iPad 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular (3rd generation) [2012] vs iPad (6th generation)

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iPad (6th generation)
iPad (6th generation)9.0Excellent· Top score
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The short verdict

iPad (6th generation) is scored, the other is pending

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iPad 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular (3rd generation) [2012]
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iPad (6th generation)
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iPad 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular (3rd generation) [2012]
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    At a glance

    Key differences

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    Why pick theiPad 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular (3rd generation) [2012]0 wins
    No measured advantages in our spec data. Check the full specs below.
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    Why pick theiPad (6th generation)1 win
    −193 gLighter in the hand469 vs 662 g
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    Side-by-side specifications

    Display1 difference
    Resolution
    1536x2048
    2048 x 1536
    Performance1 difference
    Chipset
    Apple A5 X
    A10 Fusion
    Memory1 difference
    Storage
    16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB
    32GB / 128GB
    Camera1 difference
    Primary camera
    5 MP
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    Body1 difference
    Weight
    662 g
    469 g
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