IPads are very popular models of tablets and there are many versions of the same available in the market. It is sure that you will be confused while looking for the best iPad model for you; so here, we will help you check out a few features of iPad 3 and iPad 4, and decide which one would be better for your needs.
Processor
IPad 3 is powered by a dual core A5X processor and has a quad core GPU. IPad 4, on the other hand, comes with the latest A6X processor, and according to Apple Inc, the processor doubles the performance of the device.
Display
Both these models of tablets feature a vibrant Retina display. The pixel density of both the devices is 264 ppi, and the screen sizes of both the devices are also the same (9.7 inches).
Camera
IPad 3 is endowed with a 0.3 MP front camera of standard definition, where iPad 4 is equipped with a 1.2 MP HD front camera that can make full use of the Retina display. Both the devices have 5 megapixel rear cameras.
Battery
Both iPad 3 and iPad 4 have a battery that can last for 10 hours. This is actually a good number, and the battery life offered is more than expected, given that both the devices have a high-resolution Retina display.
Connectivity
Here comes the big difference between the two tablets. IPad 4 features the latest 8-pin lightning dock that was introduced in iPhone 5. The latest connector is 80% smaller than the old 30-pin connector is. IPad 3, on the contrary, comes with the traditional iPad charging port.
Operating System
IOS 6 is the latest operating system by Apple Inc, which can be experienced best in iPad 4. Although iPad 3 features iOS 5.1, users have the option to upgrade it to the latest iOS 6 platform.
IPad 4 is the successor of iPad 3, and latter was less than a year old when its successor was released. It is true that iPad 3 is discontinued by Apple Inc, but you can still get these tablets from us who sells tablets at wholesale price. You can also buy refurbished iPad 3, refurbished iPad Mini 2, Samsung Tab 3 etc from our website.
