Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) vs Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021)
Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Apple iPad 10.2 (2021)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
Better display
Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
Lighter body
Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 10.2 | 10.5 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2160 | 2224 |
| Resolution Width | 1620 | 1668 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 500 | — |
| PPI | 265 | 265 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Screen-to-body | 73.8 | 78.3 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz Lightning + 4x1.8 GHz Thunder) | Hexa-core 2.38 GHz (3x Hurricane & 3x Zephyr) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | PowerVR Series 7 (12-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm + ) | Apple A10X Fusion |
| Process (nm) | — | 10 |
| OS Name | iPadOS | iOS |
| OS Version | 15 | 10.3.2 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 64GB 3GB RAM, 256GB 3GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 512GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@25/30fps, 720p@120fps; gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@120fps, 720p@240fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm | 12 MP, f/1.8 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@25/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | Face detection, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) | 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8557 | 8134 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| talk time | — | Up to 10 h (multimedia) |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (cellular model only) | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 250.6 | 250.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.5 | 6.1 |
| Weight (g) | 487 | 469 |
| Width (mm) | 174.1 | 174.1 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 14 | 2017, June. Released 2017, June |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 24 | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA) - cellular model only | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 4.2 |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS - cellular model only | GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) | Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) and Apple iPad Pro 10.5 (2017) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
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 Pro 10.5 (2017) reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 12 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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