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iPad 10.2 (8th generation) [2020] vs iPad Air (5th generation)

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iPad 10.2 (8th generation) [2020]
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iPad Air (5th generation)
iPad Air (5th generation)9.0Excellent· Top score
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The short verdict

iPad Air (5th generation) is scored, the other is pending

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iPad 10.2 (8th generation) [2020]
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iPad Air (5th generation)
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iPad 10.2 (8th generation) [2020]
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    • Used-market buyers who want M1 speed and Apple Pencil support at a fraction of a new Air's price.
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    At a glance

    Key differences

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    Why pick theiPad 10.2 (8th generation) [2020]0 wins
    No measured advantages in our spec data. Check the full specs below.
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    Why pick theiPad Air (5th generation)1 win
    +7%Larger screen10.9 vs 10.2 in
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    Side-by-side specifications

    Display1 difference
    Screen size
    10.2"
    10.9"
    Performance1 difference
    Chipset
    Apple A12 Bionic
    Apple M1
    Memory1 difference
    Storage
    32 GB, 128 GB
    64GB, 256GB
    Camera1 difference
    Primary camera
    8 MP
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    Body1 difference
    Weight
    490 g
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