Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) vs Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 9.7 | 9.7 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2048 | 2048 |
| Resolution Width | 1536 | 1536 |
| PPI | 264 | 264 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Screen-to-body | 71.6 | 71.6 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core 2.34 GHz (2x Hurricane + 2x Zephyr) | Dual-core 2.16 GHz (Twister) |
| GPU | PowerVR Series7XT Plus (six-core graphics) | PowerVR Series 7 (12-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple A10 Fusion | Apple A9X |
| Process (nm) | 16 | 16 |
| OS Name | iOS | iOS |
| OS Version | 11.3 | 9.3.2 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 32GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM | 32GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM, 256GB 2GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@120fps, 720p@240fps |
| Features | HDR | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 29mm |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | Face detection, HDR, panorama | Face detection, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 1.2 MP, f/2.2, 31mm | 5 MP, f/2.2, 31mm |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8827 | 7306 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Ion |
| talk time | Up to 10 h (multimedia) | Up to 10 h (multimedia) |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 240 | 240 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.5 | 6.1 |
| Weight (g) | 469 | 437 |
| Width (mm) | 169.5 | 169.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2018, March 27. Released 2018, March 27 | 2016, March. Released 2016, March |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41 - A1954 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 4.2 |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) | GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) | Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) and Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) packs a 8827 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Apple iPad Pro 9.7 (2016) reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 12 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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