Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Starlight 2022
Apple
82 Overall Score
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10 FE SM-X528U Tablet 10.9" Gray 2025
Samsung
50 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Starlight 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 S 10 FE SM-X528U Tablet 10.9" Gray 2025
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Entertainment
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Specifications
| Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation | Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10 FE SM-X528U Tablet 10.9" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Apple M1 ★ | Exynos 1580 (S5E8855) |
| 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★ | — |
| Expandable | ✗ | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.9" | 10.9" |
| Resolution | 2360 px★ | 2304 px |
| Panel | Liquid Retina | — |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 500 nits | 800 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | — |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Apple Pencil (2nd generation) | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✓★ | — |
| Face Unlock | ✗ | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.46 kg★ | 0.49 kg |
| Battery | 29 Wh★ | — |
| OS | iPadOS | Android 15 |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation Starlight 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 S 10 FE SM-X528U Tablet 10.9" Gray 2025
- Strong cpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong screen (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong gpu (79th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (69th percentile)
- Below average social proof (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average battery (30th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Apple iPad Air 10.9" 5th Generation
Scores 82 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 26 specs.