iPad Pro 9.7 (2016)

£84.00 RRP £ 210.00 Save £126.00

The iPad Pro 9.7" (2016) is an excellent device for those who are looking to carry light and work at speed, it is equipped with the A9X chip and a 9.7-inch Retina display. The 1st generation Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard are usable with it, thus meeting the needs of creatives and professionals. It offers enough room for apps and media with 256GB storage that can be extended ever further if necessary.

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Manufacturer Code	N/A
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Display	9.7" Retina, 2048 x 1536
Processor	Apple A9X
RAM	2GB
Storage	32GB, 128GB, 256GB
Rear Camera	12MP, f/2.2, 4K video
Front Camera	5MP FaceTime HD
Battery Life	Up to 10 hours

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Free next day delivery for orders over £150
Free 48 hour delivery for orders over £30

The length of warranty depends on the condition of the device.

Brand New - manufacturer warranty (min. 12 months)
Refurbished (Good or better) - 12 month warranty
Refurbished (Poor condition) - 3 month warranty

Please note that your warranty will not cover any faults due to impact, pressure, liquid damage, temperature, or any attempt (by you or a third party) to alter or repair the device.

Need to send your phone back to us? No problem! Returning an item is simple and hassle-free at The Big Phone Store. Here’s how it works:

You have 15 days from the date of purchase to notify us that you wish to return your order.
Once your return is approved, you have an additional 15 days to send the item back to us, totalling up to 30 days to complete your return.

Is it compatible with Apple Pencil?	Yes, it supports the 1st generation Apple Pencil.
Does it have ProMotion display?	No, it has a standard 60Hz Retina display.
Does it support Face ID?	No, it uses Touch ID for authentication. Time +5 Lifewire +5 GSMArena +5
What is the maximum iPadOS version it supports?	Up to iPadOS 16.7.7.

Design and Build

The iPad Pro 9.7” (2016) combines portability with a premium aluminum build, measuring 6.1mm thick and weighing 437g (Wi-Fi). Available in Space Gray, Silver, Gold, and Rose Gold, it sports a 9.7-inch Retina display. With no water resistance, it includes a Touch ID sensor for secure unlocking. It’s a compact powerhouse, ideal for professionals seeking the best iPad for portability in 2025.

Aluminum build, 6.1mm thick
437g (Wi-Fi)
Touch ID fingerprint sensor
Colors: Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold

Feature	Details
Dimensions	240 x 169.5 x 6.1 mm
Weight	437g (Wi-Fi)
Materials	Aluminum, glass
Colors	Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold

Display

The iPad Pro 9.7” features a 9.7-inch Retina display with 2048 x 1536 resolution at 264 PPI and 500 nits brightness. With True Tone and an anti-reflective coating, it’s sharper and more vibrant than the iPad Air 2. It supports the Apple Pencil (1st gen), making it a favorite for artists and note-takers looking for a compact iPad in 2025, though it lacks ProMotion.

Retina display, 2048 x 1536, 264 PPI
500 nits brightness
True Tone, anti-reflective coating
Apple Pencil support

Specification	Details
Size	9.7 inches
Type	Retina (LED-backlit, Multi-Touch)
Resolution	2048 x 1536, 264 PPI
Brightness	500 nits

Performance and Software

Equipped with the A9X chip (dual-core, 2.26GHz), the iPad Pro 9.7” has 2GB RAM and storage options of 32GB, 128GB, or 256GB (non-expandable). Launched with iOS 9, it’s upgradable to iPadOS 16, supporting multitasking and Apple Pencil. It’s great for productivity and light creative work, though less powerful than the iPad Pro 10.5”. Geekbench 4 scores are ~3100 (Single-Core) and ~5100 (Multi-Core).

A9X chip, dual-core
2GB RAM
iOS 9 (up to iPadOS 16)
Apple Pencil, Smart Keyboard support

Test	iPad Pro 9.7” Score (est.)
Geekbench 4 (Single-Core)	~3100
Geekbench 4 (Multi-Core)	~5100

Battery and Charging

The iPad Pro 9.7” has a 7306mAh battery, offering up to 10 hours of video playback and 1–2 days of real-world use. It supports 12W charging via Lightning, taking ~3 hours for a full charge, slightly slower than the iPad Pro 10.5”. No wireless charging is included.

7306mAh battery
Up to 10h video playback
12W charging, 0–100% in ~3h
No wireless charging

Model	Battery Life (Video)	Real-World Test
iPad Pro 9.7”	10h	1–2 days

Pricing Details

Released in March 2016 at $599 (32GB, Wi-Fi), the iPad Pro 9.7” is a steal in 2025. Refurbished units range from $150–$250, with higher storage (128GB, 256GB) or cellular models costing $200–$300. Look for deals on eBay or Apple’s refurbished store to snag this compact, professional-grade iPad at a budget price.

Configuration	Original Price (2016)	Refurbished Price (2025)
32GB, Wi-Fi	$599	$150–$200
128GB, Wi-Fi	$749	$200–$250
256GB, Wi-Fi	$899	$250–$300
Cellular Models	+$130	+$50–$100

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