Should you get the 8th-gen iPad?
With a 2160x1620 resolution, its 10.2" display has the same 264ppi as the most expensive models.
It even supports the 1st-gen Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard.

Only the Space Gray version comes with black bezels.
Should you get the iPad Mini?
The Mini has a 7MP front camera, as opposed to the basic iPad’s 1.2MP.
It has the same A12 chip and 3GB of RAM.
It doesn’t support the Smart Keyboard, but it supports the 1st-gen Pencil.
It’s also the cheapest iPad that supports Bluetooth 5.0 and simultaneous dual-band Wi-Fi.
Should you get the iPad Air?
With the A14 Bionic chip and 4GB of RAM, it’s likely to remain relevant for many years.
It even has a USB-C connector.
The Air is the iPad with the most color options.
The Air starts at $599 for the Wi-Fi-only 64GB version.
Should you get the 11" iPad Pro?
The latest 11" Pro is the best iPad for several types of professionals.
If you are a graphic artist, drawing on a 120Hz display will be a different experience.
The Wi-Fi + Cellular version also supports 5G.
You also get a 12MP front camera and four speakers.
Should you get the 12.9" iPad Pro?
Of course, it has all of the advantages of the 11" Pro except for portability.
What about the price?
Take the 11" Pro’s prices and add $300 to each.
It’s $1,099 for the cheapest, Wi-Fi only, 128GB version.
Should you get a Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad?
Adding 5G connectivity to your iPad Pro will make it $200 more expensive.