Apple iPad 9.7" 5th generation 2017, A9 third-generation, 32GB, Silver
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.
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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
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q1 202575/100
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.
- Q4 202487/100
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
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 | Lenovo Idea Tab Plus | Xiaomi Redmi Pad 25040RP0AL | Antemper D126B-DP | Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 | URAO G140L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1.65 GHz none | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Processor (2.50 GHz ) | 2.2 GHz mediatek_helio | Apple M2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | AMD Ryzen 3 1200 |
| RAM (GB) | 32 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Storage (GB) | 32 | 128 | 256 | 128 | 128 | 256 |
| Screen | 9.7" 2048x1536 | 12.1" 2560x1600 | 11" 2560x1600 | 11" | 11" 2560x1600 | 14.1" |
| OS | iPadOS | Android 15 | Android 15 | Android 15 | Android 12 | Android 16 |
| Stylus | true | true | false | true | true | true |
| Cellular | false | false | false | true | false | false |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | CPU | GPU | RAM | Screen | Battery | Feature | Storage | User Sentiment | Sharpness | Portability | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple iPad 9.7" 5th generation | 7 | 6.6 | 97.5 | 67.6 | 32.2 | 74.9 | 15.7 | 14.4 | 57.2 | 71 | 30.1 | 34.9 | 81.1 |
| Lenovo Idea Tab Plus Compare | 69.8 | 67.6 | 66 | 90.9 | 88.9 | 91.9 | 66.6 | 69.5 | 48 | 54.6 | 63 | 93.2 | 47.1 |
| Xiaomi Redmi Pad 25040RP0AL Compare | 77.7 | 74.8 | 66 | 83.4 | 85.8 | 32.2 | 74.7 | 80.6 | 89.2 | 92.1 | 63 | 97.9 | 51.4 |
| Antemper D126B-DP Compare | 89.4 | 82.5 | 66 | 30.2 | 72.6 | 88.8 | 55.1 | 96.1 | 0 | 0 | 71.3 | 90.2 | 65.6 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Compare | 58.3 | 56.8 | 66 | 82.2 | 80.1 | 99.9 | 66.6 | 41 | 89.2 | 59.2 | 77.3 | 95.9 | 38.5 |
| URAO G140L Compare | 55.6 | 53 | 51.6 | 54.4 | 86.9 | 95.3 | 74.7 | 96.1 | 0 | 0.7 | 77.3 | 72 | 47.6 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Price History
Usage Scores
- Overall30.8
- Reading42.1
- Student56
- Business27.1
- Art Design49.4
- Productivity33.7
- Entertainment38.9
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