Head to head · 2 tablets

iPad (3rd generation) vs iPad (4th generation)

Verified specs side by side. The green tick marks the better value on each measurable row.

Comparing 2 tablets
iPad (3rd generation)
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iPad (4th generation)
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The short verdict

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iPad (3rd generation)
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iPad (4th generation)
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iPad (3rd generation)
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      At a glance

      Key differences

      Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
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      Side-by-side specifications

      Display1 difference
      Display type
      9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
      9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
      Memory1 difference
      Storage
      16GB, 32GB, 64GB
      16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB
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