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5G compatibility

is the ipad new 2021( not ipad pro 2021 ) , 5g compatible

Posted on Sep 18, 2021 10:09 AM

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Posted on Sep 18, 2021 10:46 AM

The iPad9 is the entry-level model - and is the only iPad in the current range that does not support Cellular 5G network connectivity. You can verify and directly compare iPad specifications here:

iPad - Compare Models - Apple


The cellular capabilities of WiFi+Cellular models are determined by the built-in cellular chipset. CDMA, LTE and 5G capabilities cannot be added by way of a software update; nether can cellular hardware be changed or retrofitted. Cellular capabilities - and radio bands that can be used - are determined by the chipset installed at the point-of-manufacture.


If your iPad does not support 5G when purchased, the only way to obtain 5G capability is to replace the iPad with a different model.

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Sep 18, 2021 10:46 AM in response to sriram937

The iPad9 is the entry-level model - and is the only iPad in the current range that does not support Cellular 5G network connectivity. You can verify and directly compare iPad specifications here:

iPad - Compare Models - Apple


The cellular capabilities of WiFi+Cellular models are determined by the built-in cellular chipset. CDMA, LTE and 5G capabilities cannot be added by way of a software update; nether can cellular hardware be changed or retrofitted. Cellular capabilities - and radio bands that can be used - are determined by the chipset installed at the point-of-manufacture.


If your iPad does not support 5G when purchased, the only way to obtain 5G capability is to replace the iPad with a different model.

5G compatibility

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