Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Purple 2022
Apple
83 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Beige 2023
Samsung
74 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Purple 2022
82 out of 100 medium confidence 24 reviews
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
Performance 8
Battery life 6
Value for money 7
Cosmetic condition 5
Display quality 4
Compatibility 3
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Beige 2023
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Student
Reading
Art Design
Business
Entertainment
Productivity
Specifications
| Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation | Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Apple M1 ★ | SM8550 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU | Integrated Graphics★ | — |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X★ | — |
| Storage | 256 GB★ | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD★ | UFS |
| Expandable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.9" | 11" |
| Resolution | 2360 px | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | AMOLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 750 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | ✓★ |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.46 kg★ | 0.50 kg |
| Battery | 29 Wh★ | — |
| OS | iPadOS | Android 13 |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Purple 2022
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong storage (88th percentile)88th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 11" S9 Beige 2023
- Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong feature (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation
Scores 83 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 27 specs.