The 7th generation iPad, released in 2019, was an incremental improvement of the iPad family. Commonly referred to as the iPad (2019), it featured a slightly larger 10.2-inch Retina display, offering a crisp and immersive visual experience compared to its predecessors.
This iPad was powered by the same Apple A10 Fusion chip as the iPad 6th generation however with an extra GB of RAM bringing it up to 3GB, ensuring smooth performance when multitasking, a significant improvement for powers users with many apps open.
The iPad (2019) was available in two storage configurations: 32GB and 128GB, allowing users to choose the one that suited their needs. One of its noteworthy features was its support for the Apple Pencil 1st generation and the Smart Keyboard using the ‘Smart Connector’, making it a versatile tool for note-taking, drawing, and productivity.
Shipping with iPadOS 13 (upgradable to the latest iPadOS 17), it provided an enhanced multitasking experience, better file management, and access to a vast library of apps and services. The 7th generation iPad was an attractive option for students and users looking for a capable and versatile tablet keeping with the same $329 price point for the entry model.
| Release Date | September 25, 2019 |
| Price | From USD$ 329 |
| Model No | A2197 (WiFi), A2200/A2198 (WiFi & Celluar) |
| Software Support | Current – iPadOS 17+ |
| Variants | 32GB & 128GB Storage, WiFi & Celluar |
| Colours | Silver, gold, space grey |
| CPU | 2.32 GHz Quad Core A10 chip (64 bit) & Embedded M10 coprocessor |
| Memory | 3 GB LPDDR4 |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Screen | 10.2″ IPS 2,160 × 1,620 (264 ppi) |
| Camera | Front: 1.2 MP, Rear: 8.0 MP |
| Connector | Lightning |
| Security | Touch ID in Home Button |
| Apple Pencil | Yes – Generation 1 |