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Apple iPad mini Rivals and Competitors

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion

Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0)


  • Lots of RAM (1024 MB RAM)
  • The camera lacks autofocus

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Dual core processor
  • Fast processor (1000 MHz)
  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi vs 170 ppi)
  • The camera lacks flash
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Dual core processor
  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi)
  • The camera lacks flash
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

Google Nexus 7 Google Nexus 7


  • Quad core processor
  • Lots of RAM (1024 MB RAM)
  • NFC
  • No rear camera

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Fast processor (1000 MHz vs 1200 MHz)
  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi)

Apple iPad 4 Apple iPad 4


  • High pixel densitiy screen, over 250ppi (264 ppi)
  • Lots of RAM (1024 MB RAM)
  • HDMI connector for TV-out ()

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Dual core processor
  • Fast processor (1000 MHz vs 1400 MHz)
  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • The camera lacks flash
  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1


  • Lots of RAM (1024 MB RAM)
  • The camera lacks autofocus

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Dual core processor
  • Fast processor (1000 MHz vs 1500 MHz)
  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi vs 149 ppi)
  • The camera lacks flash
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi)

Apple iPad 3 Apple iPad 3


  • High pixel densitiy screen, over 250ppi (264 ppi)
  • Lots of RAM (1024 MB RAM)
  • HDMI connector for TV-out ()

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Dual core processor
  • Fast processor (1000 MHz)
  • The camera lacks flash
  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Dual core processor
  • The camera lacks flash
  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion

Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1 Samsung GALAXY Note 10.1


  • Quad core processor
  • Lots of RAM (2048 MB RAM)
  • Supports special active stylus for input

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Fast processor (1000 MHz vs 1400 MHz)
  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi vs 149 ppi)
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

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Apple iPad mini Apple iPad mini


  • Fast processor (1000 MHz)
  • Fast mobile data support (4G)
  • Low pixel densitiy screen, below 180ppi (162 ppi)
  • The camera lacks flash

Apple iPod touch 5th generation Apple iPod touch 5th generation


  • Extremely high pixel density screen, over 300ppi (326 ppi)
  • Small dimensions (4.86 x 2.31 x 0.24 inches inches)
  • Lacks an ambient light sensor for automatic screen brightness adjustment
  • Lacks global positioning system (GPS)

Common for both Pros & Cons

  • Dual core processor
  • Lacks microSD slot for storage expansion
  • Proprietary USB connector - have to use its cable instead of a standard microUSB

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