Feature Detail Chipset A12 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture + Neural Engine Display 10.2-inch Retina display (LED-backlit IPS), 2160-by-1620 resolution at 264 ppi, fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Connectivity Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2, Gigabit-class LTE option (Wi-Fi + Cellular models) Charging & Port Lightning connector Battery Life Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video Cameras (Rear) 8MP Wide camera, f/2.4 aperture, digital zoom up to 3x, HDR for photos Cameras (Front) 1.2MP FaceTime HD camera, f/2.4 aperture, 720p HD video recording Audio Stereo speakers (bottom-firing near the charging port) Authentication Touch ID built into the classic Home button Accessories Support Compatible with Apple Pencil (1st generation) and Smart Keyboard (via Smart Connector) Water / Dust Resistance No IP rating (avoid exposure to liquids and dust) Dimensions & Weight Height: 9.8 in (250.6 mm) / Width: 6.8 in (174.1 mm) / Depth: 0.29 in (7.5 mm) / Weight: ~1.08 lbs (490 g) for Wi-Fi In the Box iPad (8th gen), USB-C to Lightning Cable Model Numbers A2270 (Wi-Fi); A2428, A2429, A2430 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) Highlights vs 7th Gen Massive performance jump thanks to the A12 Bionic chip (replacing the A10 Fusion) and the first appearance of the Neural Engine on the entry-level model, all while keeping the same design and 10.2-inch display.
