Updated April 03, 2012
This chart compares the features, benefits, and specifications of each iPad model in an easy to read and compare chart. It will help you both make the right purchase and see how iPads have evolved over time.
iPad Reviews
iPad Comparison Chart
| 3rd gen. iPad | iPad 2 | 1st Gen. iPad | |
| Processor | 1Ghz Apple A5X | 1Ghz Apple A5 | 1Ghz Apple A4 |
| Capacity | 16GB/32GB/64GB | 16GB/32GB/64GB | 16GB/32GB/64GB |
| Screen Size** | 9.7 | 9.7 | 9.7 |
| Resolution | 2048x1536 | 1024x768 | 1024x768 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 4G LTE, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth |
Wi-Fi, Dual-Band 3G (HSPA, CDMA), Bluetooth |
Wi-Fi, HSPA 3G, Bluetooth |
| 3G/4G Carrier | AT&T, Verizon | AT&T, Verizon | AT&T, Verizon |
| Required Contract? | No | No | No |
| Monthly 3G Cost | $15-$50 | $15-$50 | $15-$50 |
| Assisted GPS? | 4G/3G model only | 3G model only | 3G model only |
| Camera | 2; back: 1080p HD video, 5 megapixel still; front: VGA video and stills |
2; back: 720p HD video; front: VGA video and stills |
N/A |
| Records Video? | Yes, 1080p HD | Yes, 720p HD | No |
| HDMI Out? | Yes, with adapter | Yes, with adapter | No |
| Weight (in ounces) | 1.44-1.46 | 1.3-1.35 | 1.5 |
| Size** | 7.31 x 9.5 x 0.37 | 7.31 x 9.5 x 0.34 | 7.47 x 9.56 x 0.5 |
| Battery Life | 10 hours | 10 hours | 10 hours |
| Price | US$499-$829 | US$399 | Discontinued |
** in inches
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