With the release of the new 2020 budget iPad, which is also sometimes erroneously labeled as the "iPad 10.2" or
iPad 8 vs iPad 7
What is the general difference between them, considering thatdo they look exactly the same? Obviously, the filling… We invite you to discuss what has been updated and what has remained the same, and decide for yourself whether it's worth upgrading to Apple's new 2020 iPad.
Productivity increase
Most noticeable change in the new budget iPadis that it now features the A12 Bionic chip that first appeared on the iPhone XS series in 2019. Thanks to it, the new 2020 iPad offers 40% faster processor performance and twice the graphics performance than the 2019 iPad, which has been powered by the A10 Fusion processor since 2016.
And while the 2019 iPad is still quitefunctional tablet, the new one is, as you would expect, more reliable in the future. It's also an even more tempting choice for serious work like video editing, music production, or school assignments beyond serious gaming.
Screen
The display is almost the same for both versions— 10.2 inches, IPS LCD, and unfortunately still not laminated on the 2020 model. The lack of lamination means that there is a visible gap between the glass covering the display and the display itself. Therefore, especially when you write with the Apple Pencil, you feel a slight emptiness and sound when you touch the iPad screen. However, for many users this will not be noticeable.
If you grab a straw, the new budgetThe iPad 8 has a slightly higher (1.08%) screen-to-body ratio than the iPad 7, but that's about it. There is no reason to upgrade just in the hope of a better display. It still looks as sharp, beautiful, and vibrant on the 2020 iPad as it does on the 2019 iPad.
Cameras
Yes, there are no updates on the front panel either,although cameras aren't a big deal for tablets anyway. Both the new and old budget iPads have a 1.2-megapixel selfie camera that's compatible with FaceTime and can shoot video at 1280 x 720 HD resolution. On the back, both have the same main camera, 8 megapixels, which can shoot video at 1920×1080 resolution.
Software and accessories
Both budget iPad models now run oniPadOS 14, but the 2020 version will continue to receive software updates for several more years thanks to more powerful internals. It's also much less likely to start slowing down after three or four years for the same reason — its 2019 flagship chip.
Apple Pencil and Apple Smart Keyboard accessoriesAvailable for both iPad 7 and iPad 8, students will be happy with any tablet for basic school tasks. Two iPads are more than enough for writing essays, researching topics, video conferencing, sketching, and more.
Color options and storage options
Apple is still not overly generous with basiciPad storage in 2020, as the new iPad 8 also starts with a measly 32GB of storage, just like last year's iPad 7. For $ 100, you can get 256GB of storage on the new iPad, which is also its only option.
Needless to say, neither budget iPads norany other iPad models don't have expandable storage. The color options are also still just plain gray, silver and gold, not as fun or varied as they are on the 2020 iPad Air 4.
Verdict
If you don't need a more powerful and promisingiPad, you don't have to upgrade from iPad 7 to iPad 8. Both have the same classic design, same non-laminated displays, and Apple Pencil support. Both are perfect for students, kids, or anyone looking for an iPad at the best price that outperforms many laptops.
Detailed comparison of characteristics
