Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
reMarkable 2 10.3" RM114 Gray
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
The iPad Air (2022) refurbished model receives strong praise for its performance, lightweight design, and value for money. Users highlight the M1 chip's speed and smooth operation for creative and academic tasks, though some note minor cosmetic issues like scratches and battery health concerns. Overall, it is seen as a worthwhile purchase for professionals and students alike.
Pros
- Fast M1 chip performance
- Lightweight and portable design
- Great value for refurbished price
- Smooth for creative tasks
- Excellent display quality
Cons
- Minor scratches on display
- Battery health below expectations
- Incorrect charging head included
- Battery drains quickly sometimes
- Missing original packaging
reMarkable 2 10.3" RM114 Gray
The reMarkable 2 is highly praised for its exceptional paper-like writing experience and minimalist, distraction-free design. Users love it as a dedicated digital notebook, though they note it lacks many features of a standard tablet, such as a backlight or apps. The pen tips wear down relatively quickly, but the device is considered well worth the investment for focused note-taking and organization.
Pros
- Exceptional paper-like writing experience
- Minimalist and distraction-free design
- Great for focused note-taking and organization
- Cloud syncing with Connect service
- Strong magnetic pen attachment
Cons
- Pen tips wear down quickly
- Limited features compared to standard tablets
- No backlight for nighttime use
- No third-party apps or web browser
- Monthly subscription required for cloud sync
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation | reMarkable 2 10.3" RM114 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Apple M1 ★ | — |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8★ | — |
| GPU | Integrated Graphics★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 256 GB★ | 8 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD★ | — |
| Expandable | ✗ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.9" | 10.3" |
| Resolution | 2360 px★ | 1872 px |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | — |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | 500 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | — |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | Marker Plus |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.46 kg★ | 1.40 kg |
| Battery | 29 Wh★ | — |
| OS | iPadOS | — |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Space Gray 2022
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong storage (88th percentile)88th %ile
reMarkable 2 10.3" RM114 Gray
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (78th percentile)
- Below average storage (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
- Below average ram (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 19 of 26 specs.