iPad Mini 2 or 4?

Sypel · 3 Feb 2017 at 15:02

Hey, I'm looking at buying an iPad for light use generally, will use it for reading comics via Comixology, general net use and maybe some Hearthstone/Fire Emblem Heroes/Mario Run.

Is the iPad Mini 2 up to the task and likely to remain a decent performer for a few years? I noticed it's only a dual core and has been around for 2-3 years but seems to still be relevant and supported with iOS updates or should I bite the bullet, spend more and get the Mini 4 for the stated use above?

KIA · 3 Feb 2017 at 15:32

Mini 4 because it has 2GB of RAM, and will probably receive longer iOS support than the Mini 2.

Keep an eye on Apple refurb.

Terminal_Boy · 3 Feb 2017 at 15:33

Get the mini 4 as it will be supported longer. At the moment, there's no news or rumour of a new mini being on the cards.

Radox-0 · 3 Feb 2017 at 16:32

Definitely 4. I have the 2 and with all the updates to the OS and lack of RAM, can really feel it at times.

smilertoo · 3 Feb 2017 at 16:34

check the resolution, ipad mini used to be very low res., no good for comics etc.

Captain · 3 Feb 2017 at 16:50

smilertoo said:
check the resolution, ipad mini used to be very low res., no good for comics etc.

Mini 2 and above are retina displays.

Martynt74 · 3 Feb 2017 at 17:06

To be honest i still use the very old Ipad 2 (normal size) and it works alright for most things.

Feek · 3 Feb 2017 at 18:52

Mrs. Feek can't tell the difference between HD and SD channels on the telly. I bought her a Mimi 4 for Christmas and the first thing she said was "it's so sharp and clear". If she noticed it, it must be impressive.

Sypel · 4 Feb 2017 at 23:17

Appreciate the advice. I'll grab a mini 4 in that case. Thanks all.

chongker · 5 Feb 2017 at 02:04

The 4 definitely if they were the only choices.

However, the new ipad mini replacement (ipad mini 5?) is expected to be announced quite soon, so it might be worth waiting awhile, might be able to get the 4 cheaper after that's announced

McBain · 13 Feb 2017 at 19:33

4, the screen is how it should've been since the Mini 1.

(Sorry just realised i'ma bit late to the party).

Sypel · 14 Feb 2017 at 11:47

Quick update since had a few more posts.
Went for the 4 picked it up at John Lewis a week ago, very happy with it, the screen is a delight and the battery life is actually pretty impressive. Far superior to Android tablets I've used.
Didn't fancy waiting for the rumoured newer Mini as I'm an impatient sort, also didn't cost me anything directly as sold off a load of trade paperbacks/comics to pay for the move to digital.