Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) vs Apple iPad mini (2024)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021)
Apple iPad mini (2024)
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021)
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Apple iPad mini (2024)
Better display
Apple iPad mini (2024)
Lighter body
Apple iPad mini (2024)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 10.2 | 8.3 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2160 | 2266 |
| Resolution Width | 1620 | 1488 |
| Peak Brightness | 500 | 500 |
| PPI | 265 | 327 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Screen-to-body | 73.8 | 77.4 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz Lightning + 4x1.8 GHz Thunder) | Hexa-core (2x3.78 GHz performance cores and 4 efficiency cores) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm + ) | Apple A17 Pro |
| Process (nm) | — | 3 |
| OS Name | iPadOS | iPadOS |
| OS Version | 15 | 18 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 64GB 3GB RAM, 256GB 3GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@25/30fps, 720p@120fps; gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS |
| Features | HDR, panorama | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm | — |
| Wide | — | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8557 | 5078 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) | eSIM (cellular model only) |
| Height (mm) | 250.6 | 195.4 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.5 | 6.3 |
| Weight (g) | 487 | 293 |
| Width (mm) | 174.1 | 134.8 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 14 | 2024, October 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 24 | Available. Released 2024, October 23 |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71 - A2603 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - A2995 |
| 5G Bands | — | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - A2995, A2996 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA) - cellular model only | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G - cellular model only |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 5.3 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only | GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | — | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) and Apple iPad mini (2024) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) is 27% cheaper at 78,960 DZD versus 107,760 DZD for the Apple iPad mini (2024), leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) packs a 8557 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Apple iPad mini (2024) reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 12 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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