Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen (2021)
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Condition
Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- True Tone display
- 64GB base storage
- Center Stage camera
- Headphone jack
- Affordable repair
- Reliable
What to consider
- Outdated design
- One-sided audio
- Lightning port
- Non-laminated display
- Apple Pencil 1 charging
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 10.2 inches
- Resolution
- 1620 x 2160 pixels
- Display type
- Retina IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 500 nits (True Tone)
- Screen protection
- Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
Display
- Screen size
- 10.2 inches
- Resolution
- 1620 x 2160 pixels
- Display type
- Retina IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 500 nits (True Tone)
- Screen protection
- Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
- Processor
- Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)
- CPU cores
- Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz Lightning + 4x1.8 GHz Thunder)
- GPU
- Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
- RAM
- 3GB LPDDR4X
- AnTuTu score
- 620000 (v9)
Camera
- Main camera
- 8 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard), 1.12µm, AF
- Ultra-wide
- Not available
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide), Center Stage
- Video
- 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 8557 mAh (32.4 Wh)
- Charging speed
- 20W wired
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 10 hours (multimedia)
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Bluetooth
- 4.2
- NFC
- No
- USB
- Lightning, USB 2.0
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 250.6 x 174.1 x 7.5 mm
- Weight
- 487 grams (Wi-Fi) / 498 grams (LTE)
- Materials
- Aluminum body and frame, glass front
- Water resistance
- None
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Excellent (A+)
from 239 €
Like new. No signs of wear. Battery 95%+. Includes original box.
Very Good (A)
from 226 €
In very good condition. Minimal signs of use.
Good (B)
from 226 €
Minor micro-scratches on the screen, not visible when in use. May have small dents on the body. Battery 85-90%.
Acceptable (C)
from 180 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Apple iPad 10.2" 9th Gen (2021).
Ghost touch
ModerateDigitizer issue.
Home button not clicking
ModerateDirt or mechanism wear.
Charging port corrosion
MinorMoisture or dirt in the port.
White spots on the screen
MinorPressure on the LCD panel from behind.
Repairs and Parts3/10 iFixit
Battery Replacement
The battery is glued in and replacement requires removing the screen.
Screen Replacement
The glass can be replaced separately from the LCD panel, making it very affordable.
Charging Port Repair
Soldered Lightning port.
As this is the last 'classic' iPad, the spare parts market is very wide.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
42 kg CO2e
Water Saved
9200 liters
E-Waste Avoided
487 grams
Reused
92%
Recycled
8%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Student
The best bang-for-buck device for notes and lectures.
- Affordable price
- Powerful enough
- Keyboard support
Video caller
Frequently communicates with family on Zoom or FaceTime.
- Center Stage camera
- Clear microphone
- Easy to use
Traditional user
Wants an iPad that works just like the old one, but is faster.
- Familiar Home button
- Headphone jack
- Old cases fit (often)
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
🇪🇪EstoniaYour country
🇫🇮Finland
🇱🇻Latvia
🇱🇹Lithuania
No 5G support, but 4G speeds are sufficient for most activities.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The iPad 10 brings a new design and USB-C, but is significantly more expensive. If you just need a tablet for media, the iPad 9 is a better value.
| Feature | iPad 10.2" 9th Gen (2021) | iPad 10.9 (10th generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Design | With Home button | Full screen |
| Charging port | Lightning | USB-C |
| Headphone jack | Yes | No |
The 9th generation offers double the storage (64GB) and a True Tone display, making reading more comfortable. The 12MP front camera is the biggest difference if you make video calls.
| Feature | iPad 10.2" 9th Gen (2021) | iPad 10.2 (8th generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 64GB | 32GB |
| Front camera | 12MP Ultra-Wide | 1.2MP |
| True Tone | Yes | No |
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