Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Gen (Wi-Fi/Cellular) 32, 128 GB Specs
Identifers: iPad 5th Gen (Wi-Fi + Cellular) - MP252LL/A* - A1823 - 3108* - iPad6,12
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The simply named "9.7-inch iPad" -- which Apple sometimes refers to as the "iPad (5th Generation)" and that were introduced in "Early 2017" -- were the lowest priced "full size" iPad models that Apple had released to date and effectively bring together many of the internals from the iPhone 6s with a case and display similar to that provided by the original iPad Air.
All iPad (Early 2017) devices -- including this Wi-Fi and Cellular-equipped model -- are housed in white and gold colored, white and silver colored, or black and medium toned "Space Gray" cases and feature a 9.7" 2048x1536 (264 ppi) LED-backlit IPS touch-sensitive "Retina" display that is not fully laminated and that does not have an antireflective coating but does have a "Touch ID" fingerprint sensor. Each is powered by a two core 1.8 GHz Apple A9 processor, has 2 GB of RAM, and has 32 GB or 128 GB of flash memory storage.
Other notable features include dual cameras -- a rear-mounted 8 megapixel "iSight" camera capable of shooting stills and 1080p 30 fps video and a front-mounted 1.2 megapixel "FaceTime HD" camera capable of shooting stills and 720p video -- dual channel 802.11ac Wi-Fi 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 the Lightning port.
The battery life of this iPad (5th Gen) model is reportedly 10 hours "surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music" or nine hours of surfing the web using cellular data capabilities.
This Wi-Fi/Cellular-equipped iPad (Early 2017) model has support for A-GPS/GLONASS, GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, CDMA EV-DO, and most importantly LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, and 41. In the US, this single device is designed to run on the AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks and even ships with an "Apple SIM" that is intended to allow one to switch between carriers around the world more easily.
Compared to the iPad Air 2 that it replaced, this iPad (5th Gen) model has a thicker and heavier housing and an older display design, but was sold at a lower price.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the iPad 9.7-Inch (5th Gen) models?
- What are all the differences between the iPad 9.7-Inch (5th Gen) and the iPad Air models replaced?
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| Introduction Date: |
March 21, 2017* |
Discontinued Date: |
March 27, 2018 |
| 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.
Also see: All iPad models introduced in 2017. |
| Processors: |
1 (2 Cores) |
Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
Geekbench 2 provides 32-bit benchmarks for iOS models. 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 iPad6,12 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 iPad6,12 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): |
2542 |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
4424 |
| 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 iPad6,12 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): |
2547 |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
4408 |
| 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 iPad6,12 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): |
553 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
1026 |
| 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 iPad6,12 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: |
1.8 GHz* |
Processor Type: |
Apple A9 |
| Details: |
*Apple officially reports that this iPad uses an "Apple A9" processor with "64-bit architecture and [an] M9 motion coprocessor" with an unspecified clockspeed.
However, third-party software analysis has confirmed that the Apple A9 processor runs around 1.8 GHz, just like it does in the iPhone 6s and iPhone SE.
Also see: How fast is the 9.7" iPad 5th Gen (2017) compared to the iPad Pro (2nd Gen)? |
| Onboard RAM: |
2 GB* |
Storage Capacity: |
32, 128 GB |
| Details: |
*Apple releases no official information regarding the amount of onboard RAM although third-party software analysis has confirmed that this iPad has 2 GB of onboard RAM like other Apple devices using an Apple A9 processor.
Also see: Is it possible to add external storage to the iPad? How? |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge (Lightning) |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
The iPad (5th Generation) models do not offer a "disk mode" for file transfer. |
| Connectivity: |
USB |
Ports: |
Lightning, Headphone |
| Case Type: |
Tablet |
Form Factor: |
iPad (5th Gen) |
| Housing Color: |
Black or White* |
Controller: |
Multi-touch |
| Details: |
*The iPad (5th 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: |
9.7" Color* |
Display Resolution: |
2048x1536 (264 ppi) |
| Details: |
*The iPad (5th Gen) models have a 9.7" IPS LED-backlit 2048 by 1536 display (264 ppi) with an "oleophobic" (oil repellent) coating. However, it is not a "fully laminated" display, meaning there is a gap between the glass and the LCD nor does it have an antireflective coating. This means that the display is harder to see in direct sunlight, but easier to repair.
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 (5th Gen) models support 802.11ac (backwards compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n) on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies (dual channel) as well as HT80 with MIMO. They support Bluetooth 4.2, also. |
| Cell Network: |
GSM/CDMA/LTE* |
Camera: |
8 Megapixels** |
| Details: |
*This iPad (5th Gen) model supports cellular data connectivity via AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon in the US. Specifically, it supports UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC‑HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), CDMA EV-DO Rev. A and Rev. B (800, 1900 MHz) and LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41).
**The iPad (5th Gen) has dual cameras. The rear "iSight" camera has an 8 megapixel sensor and supports still photographs as well as 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 iPad (5th Gen) model provides "up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music" and 9 hours "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: |
MP252LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iPad 5th Gen (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| Details: |
*MP252LL/A refers to the configuration in white/silver with 32 GB of storage. In white/silver with 128 GB of storage, the order number is MP2E2LL/A. In white/gold, with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MPGA2LL/A and MPGC2LL/A, respectively. In black/space gray, with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MP242LL/A and MP2D2LL/A, respectively. |
| Apple Model No: |
A1823 (EMC 3108*) |
Model ID: |
iPad6,12 |
| Details: |
*The EMC number is not externally listed on this device, but it is listed in software.
Also see: All iPads with the A1823 Model Number, the 3108* EMC Number, and the iPad6,12 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
iOS 10.3 (14E277) |
Maximum OS: |
iPadOS 16.x* |
| Details: |
This model fully supports the final version of iOS 10 with the exception of the minor Raise to Wake and Ride-Booking features; fully supports the final version of iOS 11; fully supports the final version of iOS 12 with the exception of the minor Memoji and Camera Effects features; and fully supports the final version of iPadOS 13, with the exception of the Adjust Portrait Lighting and "High-Key Mono" photography features and AR features (Motion Capture, People Occlusion).
Support offered by more recent versions of the iPadOS is more limited. This iPad supports the final version of iPadOS 14, with the exception of a number of advanced features (ARKit Depth API and Location Anchors, Spatial Audio via AirPods Pro and On-Device Dictation) as well as iPadOS 15, but it lacks support for Spatial Audio, Portrait Mode, 3D Landmarks, Interactive Globe, Live Text in Photos, Live Text Translation, and Visual Look Up, and Universal Control.
*Finally, this iPad supports the final version of iPadOS 16, but it lacks support for a wide variety of advanced features including Stage Manager, Reference Mode, Live Text, expanded Siri capabilities, Accessibility Detection, Live Captions, improved Dictation, Virtual Memory Swap and Visual Look Up as well as Apple Music Sing (Karaoke). It does not support iPadOS 17 or later versions of the operating system at all.
Also see: Which iPad models support iPadOS 16? Do some models "partially" support iPadOS 16? Which ones? |
| Dimensions: |
9.4 x 6.6 x 0.29 |
Avg. Weight: |
1.05 lbs. (478 g) |
| Details: |
The iPad (5th Gen) models (held vertically) are 9.4 inches tall, 6.6 inches wide, and 0.29 of an inch deep (240 mm x 169.5 mm x 7.5 mm).
This iPad (5th Gen) version equipped with Wi-Fi and Cellular capabilities weighs 1.05 pounds (478 g). |
| Mac Support: |
Mac OS X 10.8.5 |
Windows Support: |
Windows XP SP2/Vista/7/8 |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that this iPad (5th Gen) model, if syncing with iTunes is desired, is compatible with a Mac running OS X 10.8.5 or later or a Windows PC running Windows 7 or later and iTunes 12.3 or later. |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPad (5th 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 (5th 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 (5th Gen) also includes a Lightning to USB cable and a USB 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$125-US$200 |
| Details: |
*Regardless of color, the Wi-Fi+Cellular configurations of the iPad (5th Gen) models originally were US$459 and US$559 equipped with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, respectively.
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
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Global original prices for the iPad 9.7" 5th Gen (Wi-Fi/Cellular) 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$619, C$749 |
Brazil: |
R$3.199, R$3.699 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $11,299, $13,799 |
United States: |
US$459, US$559* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€559, €659 |
Belgium: |
€569, €669 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 4,199, 5,199 |
Finland: |
€579, €679 |
| France: |
€569, €669 |
Germany: |
€559, €659 |
| Ireland: |
€579, €679 |
Italy: |
€569, €669 |
| Luxembourg: |
€550,19, €646,88 |
Netherlands: |
€569, €669 |
| Norway: |
NOK 5.190, 6.190 |
Portugal: |
€579, €679 |
| Spain: |
€559, €659 |
Sweden: |
SEK 5.495, 6.695 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 539, 649 |
United Kingdom: |
£469, £559 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 3,788, 4,588 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$3,588, HK$4,388 |
| India: |
Rs 39,900, 47,900 |
Indonesia: |
N/A |
| Japan: |
¥52,800, ¥63,800 |
Korea: |
KRW 600,000, 720,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 2,199, 2,649 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 26,990, 32,990 |
| Singapore: |
S$698, S$848 |
Taiwan: |
NT$15,900, NT$18,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 17,500, 20,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 12.790.000, 14.990.000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$669, A$799 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$759, NZ$919 |
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