Compared to the iPad (5th Gen) that it replaced, this iPad (6th Gen) model is faster, offers more LTE bands, and adds Apple Pencil support as well as support for Retina Flash. It was sold at a lower price point for educational customers, as well. Also see: What are all the differences between the iPad 9.7-Inch (6th Gen) models?
Apple iPad 9.7' 6th Gen (Wi-Fi/Cellular) 32, 128 GB Specs
Identifers: iPad 6th Gen (Wi-Fi + Cellular) - MR702LL/A* - A1954 - 3211* - iPad7,6
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Marketed with an increased emphasis on the education sector, but also sold to the general public, the 9.7-Inch iPad (6th Gen) -- introduced in 'Early 2018' -- is notable primarily because it is the first non-Pro iPad series to support the Apple Pencil. In basic terms, it brings together many of the internals from the iPhone 7 in a design quite similar to the iPad (5th Gen) that it replaced.
All iPad (6th Gen) 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 support the Apple Pencil. It has a 'Touch ID' fingerprint sensor, as well. Each is powered by a four core 2.3 GHz Apple A10 Fusion 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, 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 the Lightning port. It does not have a 'Smart Connector' for the Apple Smart Keyboard, but it can be used with a Bluetooth keyboard.
The battery life of this iPad (6th Gen) model is reportedly 10 hours 'surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music.'
This Wi-Fi/Cellular-equipped iPad (6th Gen) 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, 27, 28, 29, 30, 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 (5th Gen) that it replaced, this iPad (6th Gen) model is faster, offers more LTE bands, and adds Apple Pencil support as well as support for Retina Flash. It was sold at a lower price point for educational customers, as well.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the iPad 9.7-Inch (6th Gen) models?
- What are all the differences between the iPad (6th Gen) and the iPad (5th Gen) models replaced?
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| Introduction Date: | March 27, 2018 | Discontinued Date: | September 10, 2019 |
| 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 2018. |
| 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 iPad7,6 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 EveryiPod.com's Ultimate iComparison. |
| 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 iPad7,6 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. |
| 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 iPad7,6 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. |
| 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 iPad7,6 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. |
| Geekbench 4 (Metal): | 13024 | Geekbench 4 (Batt): | 5656 |
| Details: | The Geekbench 4 Metal benchmark evaluates graphics performance whereas the Geekbench 4 battery benchmark evaluates relative battery performance. 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.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison. |
| Processor Speed: | 2.3 GHz* | Processor Type: | Apple A10 Fusion |
| Details: | *Apple officially reports that this iPad uses an 'Apple A10 Fusion' processor with '64-bit architecture and [an] M10 motion coprocessor' with an unspecified clockspeed.
However, third-party software analysis has confirmed that the Apple A10 Fusion processor runs around 2.3 GHz, just like it does in the iPhone 7. |
| Details: | *Apple releases no official information regarding the amount of onboard RAM although third-party software analysis has confirmed that the iPad (6th Gen) has 2 GB of onboard 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 (6th Generation) models do not offer a 'disk mode' for file transfer. |
| Details: | *Note that the iPad (6th Gen) models do not have a 'Smart Connector' for an Apple Smart Keyboard. However, they can be used with a Bluetooth keyboard. |
| Housing Color: | Black or White* | Controller: | Multi-touch |
| Details: | *The iPad (6th 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 (6th 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 (6th 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. |
| Details: | *This iPad (6th 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, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41).
**The iPad (6th Gen) has dual cameras. The rear 'iSight' 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 iPad (6th 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.'
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| Details: | Apple does not report the standby time for this iPad. |
| Apple Order No: | MR702LL/A* | Apple Subfamily: | iPad 6th Gen (Wi-Fi + Cellular) |
| Details: | *MR702LL/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 MR7D2LL/A. In white/gold, with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MRM52LL/A and MRM82LL/A, respectively. In black/space gray, with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, the order numbers are MR6Y2LL/A and MR7C2LL/A, respectively. |
| Details: | *The EMC number is not externally listed on this device, but it is listed in software.
Also see: All iPhones with the A1954 Model Number, the 3211* EMC Number, and the iPad7,6 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: | iOS 11.4 (15F5037c) | Maximum OS: | Current |
| Details: | This model is fully supported by iOS 11. It is supported by the final version of iOS 12, as well, with the exception of the minor Memoji feature. It also is supported by the current version of iPadOS (iOS 13.1 and later), with the exception of the Adjust Portrait Lighting and 'High-Key Mono' photography features as well as modest AR features (Motion Capture, People Occlusion).
Also see: Which iPad models support iPadOS? Do some models 'partially' support iPadOS? Which ones? |
| Dimensions: | 9.4 x 6.6 x 0.29 | Avg. Weight: | 1.05 lbs. (478 g) |
| Details: | The iPad (6th 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 (6th Gen) version equipped with Wi-Fi and Cellular networking weighs 1.05 pounds (478 g). |
| Mac Support: | Mac OS X 10.10.5 | Windows Support: | Windows 7+ |
| Details: | *Apple reports that this iPad (6th Gen) model, if syncing with iTunes is desired, is compatible with a Mac running OS X 10.10.5 or later or a Windows PC running Windows 7 or later and iTunes 12.7.3 or later. |
| Audio Support: | Apple reports that the iPad (6th 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 (6th 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 (6th 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.
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| Original Price: | US$459, US$559* | Est. Current Retail: | US$450-US$500 |
| Details: | *Regardless of color, the Wi-Fi+Cellular configurations of the iPad (6th Gen) models originally were US$459 and US$559 equipped with 32 GB and 128 GB of storage, respectively, when sold to the general public. For individuals affiliated with an educational institution, they were US$439 and US$539, respectively. For educational institutions, they were US$429 and US$529, respectively. The Apple Pencil was US$99 for the general public and US$89 for educational individuals and institutions alike.
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Global original prices for the iPad 9.7' 6th 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
| Mexico: | MXN $11,299, $13,799 | United States: | US$459, US$559* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Denmark: | DKK 3,899, 4,599 | Finland: | €499, €589 |
| Ireland: | €499, €589 | Italy: | €489, €579 |
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| Norway: | NOK 4.990, 5.990 | Portugal: | €499, €589 |
| Switzerland: | CHF 529, 639 | United Kingdom: | £449, £539 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: | RMB 3,588, 4,388 | Hong Kong: | HK$3,588, HK$4,388 |
| India: | Rs 38,600, 46,300 | Indonesia: | Rp 7,899,000, 9,199,000 |
| Malaysia: | RM 1,999, 2,399 | The Philippines: | PHP 28,990, 34,990 |
| Thailand: | THB 16,500, 19,900 | Vietnam: | VND 12,990,000, 14,990,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: | A$669, A$799 | New Zealand: | NZ$759, NZ$919 |
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