iPad (10th generation)

IPad (10th generation) modernises the base iPad with USB-C and a landscape camera, but the Pencil workflow and launch price leave value mixed.

Best For

Modern everyday media tablet

Value

Mixed

Biggest Strength

Modern all-screen design

Biggest Weakness

Awkward first-gen Pencil charging

Community Vote

N/A

would recommend

Key Takeaways

Modern flat-edge 10.9-inch design with Touch ID in the power button and USB-C reaches the base iPad.

Landscape 12MP front camera with Centre Stage is a strong for video calls versus prior base iPads.

A14 Bionic and about 10-hour video battery keep everyday media, apps, and light creative work smooth.

First-gen Apple Pencil needs a USB-C adapter and lacks magnetic attach or wireless charging on this model.

Apple AU launch from $749 left it pricey versus the older 9th-gen and close to discounted Air deals.

Quick Facts

Brand

Apple

Release Date

Oct 26, 2022

Price Range

$749 to $1,249 AUD

Pros & Cons

Pros

Modern all-screen design

Convenient USB-C charging

Landscape front camera

Capable A14 Bionic chip

Strong all-day battery life

Bold colour finishes

Cons

Awkward first-gen Pencil charging

Steep price versus prior iPad

Non-laminated display stack

Stingy 64GB base storage

Awkward mid-range positioning

What Owners Say

The Good

Owners like the buttonless swipe UI and say battery life feels excellent for everyday use.

AU buyers praise sharper cameras and clearer speakers versus older home-button iPads.

The Bad

Posters call the $749 ask too expensive versus 9th-gen value or stepping up to Air.

Some owners hate iTunes file sync and passcode lockouts that can brick a reset without a Mac.

Forum users note the non-laminated reflective screen as a compromise versus iPad Air.

Detailed Summary

Display size	10.9 inch
Resolution	2360 x 1640 at 264 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz
Peak brightness	500 nits
SoC	A14 Bionic
RAM	4 GB
Storage options	64GB or 256GB
Video playback	10 hours
Weight	477 g
Thickness	7 mm
Rear camera	12 MP
Front camera	12 MP
Ports	USB-C
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6; optional 5G cellular
Apple AU launch Wi-Fi	749 AUD
Apple AU launch cellular 256GB	1249 AUD