Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray

Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray

Apple
31 Overall Score
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BESTTAB T60 12" 2026, Unisoc T7280, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Gray

BESTTAB T60 12" 2026, Unisoc T7280, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Gray

BESTTAB
66 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray

72 out of 100 high confidence 96 reviews

The refurbished iPad 5th generation receives mostly positive feedback for its value and condition, with many users praising it as a great gift for children or grandchildren. However, a significant minority report issues like battery drain, slow performance, and charging problems, with some units arriving cracked or non-functional. Overall, it is seen as a good budget option for kids or light use, but quality control and battery life are common concerns.

Pros
  • Great value for money
  • Like-new condition
  • Perfect for kids
  • Fast performance
  • Good battery life
Cons
  • Battery drains quickly
  • Slow performance over time
  • Charging issues
  • Some units arrive cracked
  • No charger included
👍 Value for money 18
🤔 Battery life 12
🤔 Performance 10
🤔 Condition on arrival 8
👎 Charging issues 6
👎 Customer service 4

BESTTAB T60 12" 2026, Unisoc T7280, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Gray

85 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

This 12-inch Android tablet receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its bright screen, smooth performance, and solid build quality at an affordable price. Users appreciate the included accessories like keyboard, mouse, case, and stylus, making it versatile for work and entertainment. A few minor issues are noted: the biometric face recognition can be quirky, one user missed a mouse dongle, and Disney+ streaming didn't work for another. Overall, it's highly recommended for everyday tasks, streaming, and light productivity.

Pros
  • Bright and clear screen
  • Smooth performance
  • Solid build quality
  • Good value for money
  • Included accessories (keyboard, mouse, case, stylus)
Cons
  • Biometric face recognition is quirky
  • Missing mouse dongle for one user
  • Disney+ streaming not working
  • Slightly heavier than expected
  • Case does not support portrait mode
👍 Screen quality 8
👍 Performance 7
👍 Build quality 6
👍 Value for money 6
👍 Included accessories 5
👍 Battery life 4

Scores

Student
Apple
55
BESTTAB
73
Art Design
Apple
25
BESTTAB
66
Business
Apple
23
BESTTAB
64
Productivity
Apple
16
BESTTAB
62
Entertainment
Apple
32
BESTTAB
61
Reading
Apple
54
BESTTAB
35

Specifications

Apple iPad 9.7" 5th GenerationBESTTAB T60 12"
Processor
CPU*Apple A9AMD Ryzen 5 1600★
CPU Multi-Core Score
2,077
12,241
Cores28★
GPUM9Mali Gpu
Memory & Storage
RAM2 GB12 GB★
RAM GenerationDDR4★—
Storage32 GB256 GB★
Storage TypeeMMC★—
Expandable✗✓★
Display
Size9.7"12"
Resolution2048 px★—
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh Rate—90 Hz★
Brightness—350 nits★
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5WiFi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2—
USB-C0★—
Cellular✗✓★
Features
Stylus Support✗✓★
Stylus ModelStylus—
Fingerprint Reader✓★—
Face Unlock✗✓★
Physical
Weight0.47 kg★1.81 kg
OSiOSAndroid 16

Pros & Cons

Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation 2017, A9, 2GB, 32GB, Space Gray

  • Strong affordability (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
  • Strong portability (71st percentile)
  • Strong screen (68th percentile)
  • Below average ram (5th percentile)5th %ile
  • Below average gpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
  • Below average cpu (7th percentile)7th %ile
  • Below average storage (9th percentile)9th %ile

BESTTAB T60 12" 2026, Unisoc T7280, 12GB, 256GB, Cellular, Gray

  • Strong feature (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong cpu (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
  • Strong ram (81st percentile)81st %ile
  • Below average portability (1st percentile)1st %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: BESTTAB T60 12"

Scores 66 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 24 specs.

Apple iPad 9.7" 5th Generation Better at:

Reading

BESTTAB T60 12" Better at:

StudentBusinessArt DesignProductivityEntertainment