Apple iPad 9.7" 5th generation 2017, A9 third-generation, 32GB, Silver

★★★★★ 4.5 (11)

The A9 chip with 64-bit architecture and 10-hour battery life keep this 1-pound aluminum tablet capable for everyday tasks. The 9.7-inch Retina display with 2048x1536 resolution and Touch ID fingerprint sensor offer solid value at a refurbished price point. This iPad is best for students and casual users who want a reliable, portable device for reading, streaming, and light creative work.

CPU 1.65 GHz none
RAM 32 GB
Storage 32 GB
Screen 9.7" 2048x1536
OS iPadOS
stylus Yes
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th generation 2017, A9 third-generation, 32GB, Silver tablet
31 Overall Score

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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong ram (98th percentile) 98th
  • Strong affordability (81st percentile) 81st
  • Strong feature (75th percentile) 75th
  • Strong portability (71st percentile) 71st

Cons

  • Below average gpu (7th percentile)
  • Below average cpu (7th percentile)
  • Below average user sentiment (14th percentile)
  • Below average storage (16th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
60/100Our AI sentiment readmedium confidence · 10 sources · May 2026
1★2★3★4★5★Q3 '24: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ4 '24: 4.7★ · 3 reviewsQ1 '25: 4.0★ · 4 reviewsQ2 '25: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '25: 5.0★ · 1 review23411Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q4 '25
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews
  1. Q1 202575/1004.0★4 reviews

    Most buyers praised the iPad as working like new with good value, but one reported it cannot update to current iOS, blocking streaming apps.

    • Works like brand new, smooth performance, and good value for money.
    • Cannot update to current iOS, preventing streaming app downloads.
    • Comes with a compatible Apple charger as described.
    • Overall satisfaction high, but one user strongly advises against purchase.
  2. Q4 202487/1004.7★3 reviews

    Buyers praised the iPad as a great value option for teens, noting good condition with minor scratches.

    • Great value for those on a budget, especially for teenagers.
    • Device in very good condition but with a few scratches.
    • Excellent condition and works well, recommended by buyers.

Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

CPU 7
GPU 6.6
RAM 97.5
Screen 67.6
Battery 32.2
Feature 74.9
Storage 15.7
User Sentiment 14.4
Sharpness 57.2
Eye Comfort 48.2
Portability 71
Connectivity 30.1
Social Proof 34.9
Affordability 81.1
Water Resistance 46.7

Specifications

Full Specifications

Processor

CPU 1.65 GHz none
Cores 2
GPU M9

Memory & Storage

RAM 32 GB
RAM Generation DDR4
Storage 32 GB
Storage Type SSD
Expandable Yes

Display

Size 9.7"
Resolution 2048x1536
Panel LCD

Connectivity

Wi-Fi ✓
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.2
USB-C 0
Cellular No

Features

Stylus Support Yes
Stylus Model Apple Pencil
Fingerprint Reader Yes
Face Unlock No

Physical

Weight 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs
OS iPadOS

vs Competition

Spec Apple iPad 9.7" 5th generation Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus ZAEG0096US Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 62751 BESTTAB T60
CPU 1.65 GHz none Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ 3000 MHz AMD Ryzen 5 1600
RAM (GB) 32 16 16 12 12 12
Storage (GB) 32 1024 256 512 512 256
Screen 9.7" 2048x1536 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 false false false false false true
Battery (Wh) - 47 - - - -
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product CPUGPURAMScreenBatteryFeatureStorageUser SentimentSharpnessPortabilityConnectivitySocial ProofAffordabilityWater Resistance
Apple iPad 9.7" 5th generation 76.697.567.632.274.915.714.457.27130.134.981.146.7
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Compare 9494.692.699.298.684.997.7078.221.892.881.23.646.7
Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus ZAEG0096US Compare 80.978.992.697.188.99783.569.587.542.392.890.221.746.7
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Compare 8279.980.893.58499.489.493.689.264.86393.213.897.5
Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro 62751 Compare 83.881.880.898.585.365.989.480.699.378.577.393.216.146.7
BESTTAB T60 Compare 82.480.280.842.686.988.874.780.601.258.658.439.646.7

Usage Scores

Overall (30.8)Reading (42.1)Student (56)Business (27.1)Art Design (49.4)Productivity (33.7)Entertainment (38.9)
  • Overall30.8
  • Reading42.1
  • Student56
  • Business27.1
  • Art Design49.4
  • Productivity33.7
  • Entertainment38.9

A full written review is coming soon. The specs, scores, prices and charts above are always up to date.

Other Configurations8

iPad 9.7" 5A92GB32GBSpace GrayMX$1,723iPad 9.7" 5th GenApple M2 2GB32GBSpace GrayiPad 9.7" 5th GenerationApple A92GB32GBSpace GrayiPad 9.7" 5th GenerationApple Ax2GB128GBSpace GrayiPad 5th Gen A1822 9.7"1.8 GHz dual-core Apple A9 processor2GB32GBSilverA1822iPad 9.7" with1.4 GHz32GB32GBGoldiPad 9.7" 5th GenerationA9 third-generation chip with 64-bit desktop-class architecture, Embedded M9 coprocessor2GB128GBGray

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