Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen 2019, A10 Fusion, 2GB, 32GB, Cellular, Space Gray
The A10 Fusion chip and 10.2-inch Retina display provide a reliable canvas for digital art and note-taking, especially with Apple Pencil support. Its refurbished status and Smart Keyboard connector deliver a capable iPadOS experience at a notably accessible price point. This tablet is best for students and casual artists who prioritize sketching and media consumption over intensive multitasking.
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong battery (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong gpu (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong social proof (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong cpu (89th percentile) 89th
Cons
- Below average ram (5th percentile)
- Below average storage (9th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q4 202684/100
Buyers in this period found the refurbished iPad a great value, working well for media, reading, and drawing. Battery life received mixed feedback, with one report of constant charging needs.
- Great value for a refurbished device, especially for kids' entertainment and drawing with Apple Pencil.
- Works well for reading, internet, and general use; condition as expected.
- Battery life praised by some as phenomenal, but one user reported constant charging needs even when unused.
- One report of battery draining quickly when idle, which may indicate a defect.
- Q4 202084/100
Buyers in Q4 2020 were satisfied with the iPad's performance and value, noting fast delivery and good service. One mentioned it's pricey, another noted it's best for light use.
- Performance praised, especially compared to older models.
- Good value for the price and satisfaction with purchase.
- Fast delivery and good service from Staples.
- Price considered high, and product suited for few applications.
- Q3 202073/100
Buyers in this period were mostly satisfied with service and delivery, though one noted shorter battery life than a previous iPad. One used it for school.
- Excellent service and quick delivery praised.
- Battery life shorter than previous iPad model.
- Used as a school tool for a secondary student.
Based on 13 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Apple M2 |
| Cores | 8 |
| GPU | Integrated Graphics |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2 GB |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Expandable | No |
Display
| Size | 10.2" |
| Resolution | 2160x1620 |
| Panel | IPS |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| USB-C | 0 |
| Cellular | Yes |
Features
| Stylus Support | Yes |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (1st generation) |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes |
| Face Unlock | No |
Physical
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.1 lbs |
| Battery | 32 Wh |
| OS | iPadOS |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen | Microsoft Surface Pro 11 | Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus ZAEG0096US | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 | Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 62751 | BESTTAB T60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Apple M2 | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ | 3000 MHz | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 |
| RAM (GB) | 2 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Storage (GB) | 32 | 1024 | 256 | 512 | 512 | 256 |
| Screen | 10.2" 2160x1620 | 13" 2880x1920 | 12.7" 2944x1840 | 11" 2560x1600 | 11.2" 3200x2136 | 12" |
| OS | iPadOS | Windows 11 Pro | Android 14 | Android 16 | Android 14 | Android 16 |
| Stylus | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Cellular | true | false | false | false | false | true |
| Battery (Wh) | 32 | 47 | - | - | - | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | CPU | GPU | RAM | Screen | Battery | Feature | Storage | User Sentiment | Sharpness | Portability | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability | Reading Battery | Water Resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple iPad 10.2" 7th Gen | 89.4 | 90.2 | 5 | 74.9 | 95.6 | 81.6 | 9.2 | 58 | 67.4 | 62.9 | 66.7 | 90.2 | 78.4 | 85.1 | 46.7 |
| Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Compare | 94 | 94.6 | 92.6 | 99.2 | 98.6 | 84.9 | 97.8 | 0 | 78.3 | 21.7 | 92.8 | 81.2 | 3.6 | 75 | 46.7 |
| Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus ZAEG0096US Compare | 80.9 | 78.8 | 92.6 | 97.1 | 88.8 | 97 | 83.5 | 69.6 | 87.5 | 42.1 | 92.8 | 90.2 | 21.7 | 52.2 | 46.7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Compare | 82.1 | 79.9 | 80.9 | 93.5 | 83.9 | 99.4 | 89.4 | 93.7 | 89.2 | 64.8 | 63 | 93.2 | 13.7 | 70.3 | 97.5 |
| Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 62751 Compare | 83.8 | 81.8 | 80.9 | 98.5 | 85.3 | 65.9 | 89.4 | 80.7 | 99.3 | 78.5 | 77.3 | 93.2 | 16 | 71.7 | 46.7 |
| BESTTAB T60 Compare | 82.4 | 80.2 | 80.9 | 42.7 | 86.9 | 88.8 | 74.7 | 80.7 | 0 | 1.2 | 58.6 | 58.3 | 39.6 | 70.3 | 46.7 |
Usage Scores
- Overall66.3
- Reading66.2
- Student88.7
- Business65.3
- Art Design66.9
- Productivity58.7
- Entertainment64.3
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