Apple iPad 5 2017 32GB Wi-Fi 5 9.7" Space Gray tablet

9.7-inch Retina tablet for everyday use

The Apple iPad 5 from 2017 is a 9.7-inch tablet with a 2048 x 1536 Retina IPS display, 32 GB of storage and 2 GB of RAM. It runs on the Apple A9 chip with a PowerVR GT7600 GPU and supports Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2. This Space Gray model is upgradeable to iPadOS 16 and suits students or anyone needing a simple device for reading, streaming and video calls.

No installation required — it arrives ready to use

The tablet ships fully assembled with iPadOS installed and a Lightning cable for charging the 8827 mAh battery. There are no internal parts to fit, no drivers to load and no screws to turn. The only common issue is cosmetic: this Grade B unit shows minor wear on the body and the battery health sits between 80 and 100 percent.

Check your software needs

Verify that the apps you rely on still run on iPadOS 16, as this is the final supported version for this model. The 32 GB capacity cannot be expanded, so confirm it holds your media and documents. The Lightning port works with existing Apple cables and chargers, while the Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 radios pair with current routers, keyboards and headphones. Buyers who need cellular data or more storage should look elsewhere.