Apple iPad 9.7″ 5th Gen: Detailed Specs
The 9.7-inch iPad, or iPad (5th Generation), was launched in early 2017. It was the most affordable full-size iPad Apple had ever released. This version featured many of the same internal parts as the iPhone 6s and had a case and screen similar to the original iPad Air.
The screen is not fully laminated and does not have an antireflective coating. However, it includes a “Touch ID” fingerprint sensor. The iPad is equipped with a dual-core 1.8 GHz Apple A9 processor, 2 GB of RAM, and comes with either 32 GB or 128 GB of flash memory storage.
It features two cameras: an 8 megapixel back “iSight” camera that can take still images and 1080p videos at 30 fps, and a 1.2 megapixel front “FaceTime HD” camera for still images and 720p video.
The device supports dual-channel 802.11ac Wi-Fi with MIMO technology, which is compatible with earlier 802.11a/b/g/n standards, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The iPad has stereo speakers and uses a Lightning port for computer connections and charging.
The iPad (5th Gen) offers up to 10 hours of battery life for browsing the internet on Wi-Fi, watching videos, or listening to music.
The Wi-Fi Only model does not have 4G LTE or A-GPS support.
Although thicker, heavier, and featuring an older screen design than the iPad Air 2, this iPad (5th Gen) was marketed at a lower price.
Apple iPad 9.7″ 5th Gen Specifications
Video Playback
| Motion JPEG Videos |
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| H.264 Videos |
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| MPEG-4 Videos |
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Audio Support
| Protected AAC (from iTunes Store) | Dolby Digital Plus (E-AC-3) |
| MP3 VBR | AIFF |
| WAV |
| Apple Model No: | A1822 (EMC 3017*) |
| Apple Order No: | MP2G2LL/A* |
| Battery Life (Voice): | N/A |
| Battery Type: | Lithium Polymer (32.4 Whr) |
| Built-in Display: | 9.7″ Color* |
| Case Type: | Tablet |
| Cell Network: | Wi-Fi Only* |
| Connectivity: | USB |
| Dimensions: | 9.4 x 6.6 x 0.29 |
| Apple Subfamily: | iPad 5th Gen (Wi-Fi) |
| Avg. Weight: | 1.03 lbs. (469 g) |
| Battery Life (Music): | 10 Hours* |
| Camera: | 8 Megapixels** |
| Controller: | Multi-touch |
| Discontinued Date: | March 27, 2018 |
| Display Resolution: | 2048×1536 (264 ppi) |
| Est. Current Retail: | US$100-US$150 |
| Firewire Support: | None |
| Form Factor: | iPad (5th Gen) |
| Maximum OS: | iPadOS 16.x* |
| Model ID: | iPad6,11 |
| Ports: | Lightning, Headphone |
| Processor Type: | Apple A9 |
| Standard Bluetooth: | 4.2 |
| Standby Time: | N/A |
| Storage Capacity: | 32, 128 GB |
| Windows Support: | Windows XP SP2/Vista/7/8 |
| Housing Color | Black or White* |
| Introduction Date: | March 21, 2017* |
| Mac Support: | Mac OS X 10.8.5 |
| Onboard RAM: | 2 GB* |
| Original Price: | US$329, US$429* |
| Photo Support: | N/A |
| Pre-Installed OS: | iOS 10.3 (14E277) |
| Processor Speed: | 1.8 GHz* |
| Processors: | 1 (2 Cores) |
| Standard Wireless: | 802.11ac (HT80)* |
| USB Support: | Sync & Charge (Lightning) |
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Apple iPad 9.7″ 5th Gen Global Prices
North & South America
| Canada: | C$449, C$579 |
| Mexico: | MXN $7,999, $10,499 |
| Brazil: | R$2.499, R$2.999 |
| United States: | US$329, US$429* |
Base Prices – Europe
| Austria: | €399, €499 |
| Denmark: | DKK 2,999, 3,999 |
| France: | €409, €509 |
| Ireland: | €419, €519 |
| Luxembourg: | €395,48, €492,17 |
| Norway: | NOK 3.690, 4.690 |
| Spain: | €399, €499 |
| Switzerland: | CHF 389, 499 |
| Belgium: | €409, €509 |
| Finland: | €419, €519 |
| Germany: | €399, €499 |
| Italy: | €409, €509 |
| Netherlands: | €409, €509 |
| Portugal: | €419, €519 |
| Sweden: | SEK 3.995, 5.195 |
| United Kingdom: | £339, £429 |
Base Prices – Asia
| China: | RMB 2,688, 3,488 |
| India: | Rs 28,900, 36,900 |
| Japan: | ¥37,800, ¥48,800 |
| Malaysia: | RM 1,549, 1,999 |
| Singapore: | S$498, S$648 |
| Thailand: | THB 12,500, 15,900 |
| Hong Kong: | HK$2,588, HK$3,388 |
| Indonesia: | Rp 5,799,000, 7,299,000 |
| Korea: | KRW 430,000, 550,000 |
| The Philippines: | PHP 18,990, 24,990 |
| Taiwan: | NT$10,900, NT$13,900 |
| Vietnam: | N/A |
Base Prices – Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: | A$469, A$599 |
| New Zealand: | NZ$539, NZ$699 |
FAQs
Which iPads are compatible with iPadOS 17?
iPadOS 17 supports iPad models from the iPad Air 3rd generation onwards, the iPad 5th generation and newer, all iPad Pro models, and the iPad mini 5th generation and later.
What changes are there between the iPad 9th Gen (2021) and the iPad 8th Gen (2020)?
The iPad 9th Gen (2021) has a faster A13 Bionic chip compared to the A12 Bionic in the 8th Gen, a better front camera with Center Stage support, and increased base storage.
What's the top external keyboard for standard iPad models?
The Apple Magic Keyboard is often considered the best external keyboard for regular iPad models due to its build quality and seamless integration.
How do the iPad and MacBook Air differ?
The iPad is a tablet with a touchscreen interface, suitable for portable, touch-based tasks. The MacBook Air is a laptop with a keyboard, better for extensive typing and multitasking with a more powerful operating system.
How much quicker is the iPad 9th Gen (2021) than the iPad 8th Gen (2020) it replaced?
The iPad 9th Gen is about 20% faster in processing tasks than the 8th Gen, due to its newer A13 Bionic chip.
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