Apple iPad 10.2" 8th Gen (Wi-Fi/Cellular, US/CA) 32, 128 GB Specs
Identifers: iPad 8th Gen (Wi-Fi + Cellular) - MYN52LL/A* - A2428 - 3575* - iPad11,7
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All iPad (8th Gen) devices -- including this Wi-Fi and cellular model (A2428) that was sold primarily in North American markets like the United States and Canada (please get in touch if you bought an iPad 8th Gen in Europe and it has the A2428 model number) -- are housed in white and gold colored, white and silver colored, or black and medium toned "Space Gray" cases and feature a 10.2" 2160x1620 (264 ppi) LED-backlit IPS touch-sensitive "Retina" display. Each has a "Touch ID" fingerprint sensor, supports the original Apple Pencil (A1603, MK0C2AM/A), and has a "Smart Connector" for use with an Apple Smart Keyboard, as well.
Each iPad (8th Gen) model is powered by a six core 2.49 GHz Apple A12 Bionic processor, has 3 GB of RAM, and has 32 GB or 128 GB of flash memory storage.
Other significant features include dual cameras -- a rear-mounted 8 megapixel camera capable of shooting stills, Live Photos, and 1080p 30 fps video and a front-mounted 1.2 megapixel "FaceTime HD" camera capable of shooting stills, Live Photos, and 720p video -- dual band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, HT80 with MIMO support (backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n), and Bluetooth 4.2 in addition to stereo speakers. Connectivity to computers, if desired, and power is provided by a Lightning port.
The battery life of this cellular-capable iPad (8th Gen) model (A2428) is reportedly 10 hours "surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video" and as long as 9 hours "surfing the web using [a] cellular data network."
This Wi-Fi/Cellular-equipped iPad (8th Gen, A2428) model, again sold primarily in the United States and Canada, has support for GPS/GNSS, GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, and LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, and 71. It does not support Band 28 (700 APT MHz). It has a Nano-SIM (Apple SIM) and an eSIM that is intended to allow one to switch between carriers around the world more easily.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the iPad 10.2-Inch 8th Gen (2020) models?
- What are all the differences between the iPad 8th Gen (2020) and the iPad 7th Gen (2019) models replaced?
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| Introduction Date: |
September 15, 2020 |
Discontinued Date: |
September 14, 2021 |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
This model was announced on September 15, 2020, it first shipped on September 18, 2020.
Also see: All iPad models introduced in 2020. |
| Processors: |
1 (6 Cores) |
Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 2 is not compatible with this iPad. This number is an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all Geekbench 2 user submissions for devices with the iPad11,7 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 2 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, please see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPad11,7 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPad11,7 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
4807 |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
11242 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for devices with the iPad11,7 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1111 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
2120 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the iOS are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for devices with the iPad11,7 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
2.49 GHz* |
Processor Type: |
Apple A12 Bionic |
| Details: |
*Apple officially reports that this iPad uses an "Apple A12 Bionic" processor with 64-bit architecture and an unspecified clockspeed as well as a "Neural Engine" chip. However, third-party software analysis has determined that the processor runs at 2.49 GHz.
Also see: How fast is the iPad 8th Gen (2020) compared to the iPad 7th Gen (2019) that it replaced? How fast is it compared to earlier iPads? How fast is it compared to the iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro? |
| Onboard RAM: |
3 GB* |
Storage Capacity: |
32, 128 GB |
| Details: |
*Apple releases no official information regarding the amount of onboard RAM. However, third-party software analysis has determined that iPad 8th Gen models have 3 GB of RAM.
Also see: Is it possible to add external storage to the iPad? How? |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge (Lightning) |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
The iPad (8th Generation) models do not offer a "disk mode" for file transfer. |
| Connectivity: |
USB |
Ports: |
Lightning, Headphone, Smart Connector* |
| Details: |
*Note that the iPad (8th Gen) models do have a "Smart Connector" for an Apple Smart Keyboard. |
| Case Type: |
Tablet |
Form Factor: |
iPad (8th Gen) |
| Housing Color: |
Black or White* |
Controller: |
Multi-touch |
| Details: |
*The iPad (8th Gen) models are available with either a black glass front and a "Space" gray aluminum back, a white glass front and a silver colored aluminum back, or a white glass front and a gold colored aluminum back. |
| Built-in Display: |
10.2" Color* |
Display Resolution: |
2160x1620 (264 ppi) |
| Details: |
*The iPad (8th Gen) models have a 10.2" IPS LED-backlit 2160 by 1620 display (264 ppi) with an "oleophobic" (oil repellent) coating. It does not have an antireflective coating, nor is it laminated.
It provides video mirroring and video out support up to 1080p using the "Lightning Digital AV Adapter" and the "Lightning to VGA Adapter."
Also see: Can the iPad models be used as an external display for a Mac or PC? How?
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| Standard Wireless: |
802.11ac (HT80)* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
4.2 |
| Details: |
*All iPad (8th Gen) models support 802.11ac (backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n) on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies (dual band) as well as HT80 with MIMO. They support Bluetooth 4.2, also. |
| Cell Network: |
GSM/LTE* |
Camera: |
8 Megapixels** |
| Details: |
*This iPad (8th Gen) model supports cellular data connectivity. Specifically, this A2428 model supports UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) and LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, and 71). It does not support Band 28 (700 APT MHz).
**The iPad (8th Gen) has dual cameras. The rear camera has an 8 megapixel sensor and supports still photographs, Live Photos, and HD video recording (1080p up to 30 FPS with audio and 120 fps Slo-mo). It has a f/2.4 aperture. The front mounted "FaceTime HD" camera, designed to be used for video conferencing in conjunction with Apple's provided FaceTime software over a Wi-Fi network, has a 1.2 megapixel sensor and takes videos up to 720p. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Polymer (32.4 Whr) |
Battery Life (Music): |
9-10 Hours* |
| Details: |
*Apple estimates that this cellular-capable iPad (8th Gen) model provides "up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video" and "up to 9 hours of surfing the web using [a] cellular data network." |
| Battery Life (Voice): |
N/A |
Standby Time: |
N/A |
| Details: |
Apple does not report the standby time for this iPad.
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| Apple Order No: |
MYN52LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iPad 8th Gen (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| Details: |
*MYN52LL/A refers to the iPad 8th Gen Wi-Fi + Cellular (A2428) configuration in white/silver with 32 GB of storage. In white/silver with 128 GB of storage, the order number is MYN82LL/A. In white/gold, with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MYN62LL/A and MYN92LL/A, respectively. In black/space gray, with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MYN32LL/A and MYN72LL/A, respectively. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2428 (EMC 3575*) |
Model ID: |
iPad11,7 |
| Details: |
The Model Number (external) is unique to this model.
*Please note that the EMC number is not externally listed on this device.
Also see: All iPads with the A2428 Model Number, the 3575* EMC Number, and the iPad11,7 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
iPadOS 14.0 (18A373) |
Maximum OS: |
Current |
| Details: |
This model fully supports the final versions of iPadOS 14 and iPadOS 15. It supports iPadOS 16 with the exception of the advanced Stage Manager, Reference Mode, Accessibility Detection, and Virtual Memory Swap features as well as Apple Music Sing (Karaoke).
This model also supports iPadOS 17, with the exception of the React with Your Hands; Screen Distance; More Accurate Autocorrect in English, French, and Spanish; Inline Predictions (English); and External Camera for FaceTime features.
Finally, this model supports the current version of the iPadOS -- iPadOS 18 -- but it lacks support for the Apple Intelligence (AI), Handwriting with Smart Script, and Eye Tracking features.
Also see: Which iPad models support iPadOS 18? Do some models "partially" support iPadOS 18? Which ones? |
| Dimensions: |
9.8 x 6.8 x 0.29 |
Avg. Weight: |
1.09 lbs. (495 g) |
| Details: |
The iPad (8th Gen) models (held vertically) are 9.8 inches tall, 6.8 inches wide, and 0.29 of an inch deep (250.6 mm x 174.1 mm x 7.5 mm).
This iPad (8th Gen) version equipped with Wi-Fi and cellular networking weighs 1.09 pounds (495 g). |
| Mac Support: |
Mac OS X 10.11.6 |
Windows Support: |
Windows 7+ |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that this iPad (8th Gen) model, if syncing with a Mac is desired, is compatible with a Mac running macOS 10.11.6 (El Capitan) through macOS 10.14.6 (Mojave) using iTunes 12.8 or later or macOS 10.15 (Catalina) using the Finder. To sync with a Windows PC requires Windows 7 or later and iTunes 12.10 or later. |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPad (8th Gen) models support "AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Dolby Digital (AC-3), Dolby Digital Plus (E-AC-3), Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV." |
| Video Support: |
Apple reports that the iPad (8th Gen) models support "H.264 video up to 4K, 30 frames per second, High Profile level 4.2 with AAC‑LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio or Dolby Audio up to 1008 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo or multichannel audio, in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG‑4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC‑LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio or Dolby Audio up to 1008 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo or multichannel audio, in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M‑JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format." |
| Incl. Accessories: |
The iPad (8th Gen) also includes a Lightning to USB-C cable and a USB-C power adapter.
In the US (and many other countries), site sponsor Other World Computing sells accessories like cases, stands, keyboards, speakers and more for this iPad.
Also see: What is the best external keyboard for the full-size iPad models? |
| Original Price: |
US$459, US$559* |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$275-US$350 |
| Details: |
*Regardless of color, the Wi-Fi and cellular capable configurations of the iPad (8th Gen) models originally were US$459 and US$559 equipped with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, respectively. The Apple Pencil is US$99.
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. |
Global original prices for the iPad 10.2" 8th Gen (Wi-Fi/Cellular, US/CA) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region. Please note that prices with an asterisk (*) are bound by carrier contractual obligations.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$599, C$719 |
Brazil: |
N/A |
| Mexico: |
MXN $12,499, $15,199 |
United States: |
US$459, US$559* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
N/A |
Belgium: |
N/A |
| Denmark: |
N/A |
Finland: |
N/A |
| Luxembourg: |
N/A |
Netherlands: |
N/A |
| Norway: |
N/A |
Portugal: |
N/A |
| Switzerland: |
N/A |
United Kingdom: |
N/A |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
N/A |
Hong Kong: |
N/A |
| India: |
N/A |
Indonesia: |
N/A |
| Malaysia: |
N/A |
The Philippines: |
N/A |
| Singapore: |
N/A |
Taiwan: |
N/A |
| Thailand: |
N/A |
Vietnam: |
N/A |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
N/A |
New Zealand: |
N/A |
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