Comparison of iPad 2, iPad 3, and iPad 4.
Older iPads are still pretty good devices, and worth purchasing if you do not need cutting edge technology, which most likely you do not.
I've created a quick reference comparison chart which is handy for shopping.
Device→ ↓Feature |
iPad 2 | iPad 3 | iPad 4 |
CPU | Dual-Core Apple A5 | Dual-Core Apple A5X | Dual-Core Apple A6X |
GPU (Graphics) | PowerVR SGX543MP2 | PowerVR SGX543MP4 | PowerVR SGX554MP4 |
Display |
1024x768 | 2048x1536 | 2048x1536 |
RAM/Memory Storage | 512 MB | 1 GB | 1 GB |
Data Storage (Flash ROM) |
16, 32, 64 GB | 16, 32, 64 GB | 16, 32, 64 GB |
Rear Camera | 720px | 5MP | 5MP |
Front Camera | 720px | 720px | 720px |
Comm. Rate / Data Speed |
3G | 4G LTE | 4G LTE |
Wireless Protocols (Wifi) | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n |
Bluetooth | 2.1 + EDR | 4 | 4 |
Accelerometer | YES | YES | YES |
Compass | YES | YES | YES |
GPS | 3G Version Only | 4G Version Only | 4G Version Only |
Gyroscope | YES | YES | YES |
Siri | NO | YES | YES |
Weight | 1.325- 1.351LB (601-613G) |
1.44- 1.46LB (650-660G) |
Avg 1.45LB (655G) |
Links to help you shop and get low prices:
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iPad2 shopping.
iPad3 shopping.
iPad4 shopping.
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