Design and Build

The new iPad 10th Gen (2022) is designed with a combination of an aluminum housing and straight sides, measuring 9.79 x 7.07 x 0.28 inches (248.6 x 179.5 x 7.0 mm) and weighing 1.05 pounds (477g Wi-Fi, 481g Cellular). In addition to Silver, the device comes in Blue, Pink, and Yellow and is equipped with a power button that integrates Touch ID and a compatible Magic Keyboard Folio, but no Home button. Although the device is not rated with the IP standard, it is neither water-resistant nor dust-proof. Instead of Lightning, the USB-C port facilitates charging, and the front camera in landscape mode is preferred for smoother video calls by the users. The user experience is very positive and upbeat about the modern and elegant product design, however, they are still unhappy with its greater bezels and the non-availability of second-generation Pencil support.

• Aluminum chassis, flat edges
• Top-mounted Touch ID, no Home button
• USB-C port
• Supports 1st-gen Apple Pencil (adapter), Magic Keyboard Folio
• No water/dust resistance

iPad 10th Gen Display

The iPad 10th Gen has a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD that delivers 2360 x 1640 (264 PPI) resolution, True Tone, and sRGB color (no P3). Such a large daylight contrast of 500 nits is ok for ordinary circumstances, and only the most dimly lit. The 60Hz refresh rate offers a smooth user experience overall,l and yet, due to the absence of laminate, the display is still parallactic to some extent, unlike the Air 5. Users go for the brothy brilliance for media presentations, but the gap [of air] is a negative point when it comes to pencil accuracy.

• 10.9-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD
• 2360 x 1640 resolution, 264 PPI
• 500 nits brightness
• True Tone, sRGB color
• 60Hz refresh rate
• Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating

Performance and Software

The iPad 10th Gen is powered by Apple A14 Bionic chip (6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine) coupled with 4GB RAM and offering two different storage options of 64GB that can't be expanded. With iPadOS 16 (up to the iPadOS 18), it misses full Apple Intelligence support caused by insufficient RAM but is eligible for updates until ~2028. The device performs well in gaming and regular use but falters in comparison to Air 5’s M1 in multitasking. Some consumers may find it good enough for their needs, still, others complain about the unjustified raise in the price from the 9th Gen.

• Apple A14 Bionic chip, 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU
• 4GB RAM
• Storage: 64GB, 256GB
• iPadOS 16 (up to iPadOS 18)
• Limited Apple Intelligence support

The A14 Bionic is solid for casual users, but 4GB RAM and no P3 color limit its appeal for creators compared to the Air 5. It’s a good value for basic tasks.

Camera System

The iPad 10th Gen is equipped with a 12MP camera (f/1.8, 5x digital zoom) without flash at the rear and a 12MP ultrawide (f/2.4, 122° FOV) camera with Center Stage technology at the front, which is located on the long side allowing better video call and is handy when taking pictures. The gadget can shoot 4K video at 60fps for the rear camera as well as 1080p at 60fps for the front camera.

• Rear: 12MP (f/1.8, 5x digital zoom)
• Front: 12MP Ultra-wide (f/2.4, 122° FOV)
• Video: 4K 60fps (rear), 1080p 60fps (front)
• Features: Center Stage, Smart HDR 3

Understanding the size of the 10th generation iPad

The iPad 10th Gen size was actually made to be the perfect middle ground between the usability and the portability. The 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display gives this iPad a smaller but more vivid screen than the previous model for the most common activities such as watching videos, surfing the web, and working. The modified sized also mean that people can have more viewing area and still maintain the iPad's thin and light design that is comfortable to put in a bag or pocket.

Why the Size of the 10th Gen iPad Matters

The iPad 10th Gen size is one of the key features that defines the best tablet for students, professionals, and casual users. For taking notes, reading, or even using multiple apps simultaneously, the 10.9-inch display is just perfect. When comparing with smaller iPads, the iPad 10th Gen size not only gives you a more engaging experience but is also still quite portable enough to put in your backpack, handbag, or short laptop sleeve.

Comparing iPad 10th Gen Size with Other Models

In case you are picking among several iPads the iPad 10th Gen dimension is the one that lies between all iPads of Apple. Comparatively, it is bigger than iPad 9th Gen's 10.2-inch display but less than iPad Air or iPad Pro, therefore an ideal decision for those who require extra viewing area but do not wish to invest significantly. The iPad 10th Gen size is the best for those users who want a low-cost but large screen device that can harmonize with their work, study, and leisure needs.

Battery and Charging

The iPad 10th Gen has a 7606mAh battery and gives a playback time of about 11 hours or a real usage time of 9-11 hours. The device has a 20W charger to restore up to 50% charge within ~45 minutes, and the USB-C connection is used for fast charging. What a pity, we cannot use wireless charging! The battery capacity is quite sufficient here, and it is a performance between the 9th Gen which is a little bit better and Air 5’s 12 hours which is a little bit worse. Streaming and browsing are the two tasks where good battery maintenance is essential, as reported by customers.

• 7606mAh battery
• ~11 hours video playback, 9–11 hours real-world
• 20W wired charging (50% in ~45 min)
• No wireless charging
• 20W USB-C charger included

Connectivity

The iPad 10th Gen functions with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.2. 5G is optional on cellular models ($599+) and is also powered by sub-6GHz technology. Moreover, it comes with a nano-SIM, eSIM, and GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS on cellular) but does not give support for mmWave. Connectivity is not an issue, and 5G technology can improve the speed of the iPad but people still are satisfied with the work of 4G LTE of the 4th Gen Air. User comments commonly refer to their satisfaction of the Wi-Fi and cellular the connections of their iPads.

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
• Bluetooth 5.2
• 5G (sub-6GHz, cellular models)
• Nano-SIM, eSIM
• GPS: A-GPS, GLONASS (cellular)
• No mmWave