Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) vs iPad Mini (2021): Which should you buy

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) vs iPad Mini (2021): Both the Apple iPad Mini (2021) and Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) are really good Apple iPads. But, do you think the iPad Mini is just a mini version of the bigger Apple iPad? Well, your view might just change after this comparison.

So, between the Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) and the Apple iPad Mini (2021), which one should you buy and why? This comparison article will help you decide based on what you need either device for.

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Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) vs iPad Mini (2021)

Specifications	iPad 10.2 (2021)	iPad Mini (2021)
Display	10.2-inch	8.3-inch
RAM	3GB	4GB
Storage	64GB / 256GB	64GB / 256GB
Back Camera	8MP	12MP
Front Camera	12MP	12MP
Chipset	A13 Bionic	A15 Bionic
Software	iPadOS 15	iPadOS 15
Battery	8,557 mAh (32.4 Wh)	5,080 mAh (19.3 Wh)

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) vs iPad Mini (2021)

Display

The display of the Apple iPad 2021 is 10.2-inch FHD+, IPS LCD panel with standard refresh rate. Its peak brightness is 600 nits which means you can use it under sunlight.

Apple iPad Mini (2021) also comes with an IPS LCD panel but with smaller display size. This device has a smaller 8.3-inches display, FHD+ with 500 nits of peak brightness.

The iPad 10.2 (2021) gives you bigger display which is really good when watching movies, playing games or doing some graphics work. While the iPad Mini (2021) is very easy to carry around. So, if you’re looking for a bag friendly Apple iPad, then the Mini Apple iPad is good for you.

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Camera

Both the iPad 10.2 (2021) and Apple iPad Mini (2021) comes with a single rear and front camera. Apple iPad 10.2 comes with an 8MP rear camera and 12MP front camera. While the Apple iPad Mini (2021) comes with a 12MP rear camera and 12MP ultrawide front camera.

The cameras inside the devices comes with Auto Focus and can record steady video. With the iPad Mini (2021), you can record 4k videos. And using the ultrawide front cameras of both devices, you can photos of wide areas.

Overall, you get about same photo and video quality with the cameras inside both devices. So there is really no clear winner here.

Performance | Storage | RAM | Network

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic. And this chipset offers lower performance when compared with the Apple A15 Bionic that powers the Apple iPad Mini (2021).

Both device comes with similar internal storage options of 64GB or 256GB. But the Mini Apple iPad comes with 4GB of RAM while the Apple iPad comes with 3GB of RAM

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The iPad 10.2 (2021) has support for network up to 4G while the Apple iPad Mini (2021) has support for network up to 5G. These devices also support Wi-Fi connectivity.

When it comes to performance, the iPad Mini (2021) is more powerful. It comes with improved chipset and better GPU. Overall, performing tasks with the iPad Mini is better compared to the Apple iPad 10.2 (2021).

Software

Both of these Apple iPads runs the latest iPadOS 15 out of the box. These devices will get future software updates and monthly security patches.

Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) has Stylus support (1st gen only) while the iPad Mini (2021) has Stylus support (2nd gen only). Which means you can use PEN to improve your level of creativity with both devices.

Battery

Apple iPad Mini (2021) comes with 5,080 mAh battery inside while the Apple iPad 10.2 2021 comes with 8,557 mAh battery inside. The battery inside the iPad 10.2 (2021) will take you longer than that of the iPad Mini (2021)

When it comes to battery, the iPad 10.2 is the clear winner. The battery inside the iPad 10.2 can take you up to 10 hours when using media. iPad Mini on the other hand will give you a little above 8 hours.

Price

The starting price of the Apple iPad Mini (2021) is $499 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB of storage. While the starting price of the Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) is $329 for the 3GB RAM + 64GB of storage. This makes the iPad Mini (2021) the more expensive device between these two.

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Conclusion

So, between the Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) and Apple iPad Mini (2021) which should you buy?

Buy the Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) if you need a device with bigger display and long lasting battery at a cheaper price.
Buy the Apple iPad Mini (2021) if you need a more powerful device with smaller size that can easily fits into your bag and comes with 5G.

So if I’m to score these two devices by percentage. I’ll score the Apple iPad 10.2 2021 (40%) while the Apple iPad Mini (2021) gets (60%).

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