We’ve already put the Nokia N1 against HTC’s Nexus 9. This time, the Finnish giant’s new tablet goes head-to-head against the Apple iPad Mini 3, a tablet of the same size. Which one takes the cake? Find out more after the break.
| Nokia N1 | iPad Mini 3 |
|---|---|
| 7.9-inch 2048 x 1536 IPS display | 7.9-inch 1536 x 2048 Retina Display |
| 2.3GHz Intel 64-bit Atom Z3580 Processor | 1.3GHz Apple A7 dual-core CPU with M7 motion co-processor, 64-bit |
| 2GB RAM | 1GB RAM |
| 8 megapixel AF rear camera | 5 megapixel rear camera |
| 5 megapixel front-facing camera | 1.2 megapixel front-facing camera |
| Android 5.0 Lollipop with Z Launcher | iOS 8.1 |
| 5300 mAh battery | 6470 mAh battery |
| 200.7 x 138.6 x 6.9mm | 200 x 134.7 x 7.5 mm |
| 32GB - $250 | 16GB - $399 64GB - $499 128GB - $599 |
| no LTE version | 16GB - $529 64GB - $629 128GB - $729 |
| • Reversible micro-USB 2.0 Type C • Fully laminated zero air-gap display • Sandblasted one-piece aluminum body | • Touch ID |
Despite having the same screen size and resolution which amounts to the same number of ppi, the N1 beats the Mini 3 in a lot of aspects: A better processor, bigger amount of RAM, larger front and rear camera megapixel counts, a better connector standard in the form of reversible USB-C, and a lighter price tag. Apple’s mini tablet, however, outperforms the N1’s battery, has a limited NFC function in the form of Apple Pay, security with TouchID, and offers cellular tablet options.
As for the OS, we can’t compare apples with oranges. Android 5.0 Lollipop is on its way to gaining a better foothold with interface overhauls thanks to Google’s Material Design guidelines, and the iOS 8 has been very user-friendly; its collection of apps and games optimized for tablets are outstanding.
It is also worth noting that FoxConn, the same OEM Apple taps to create and assemble its iDevices, made the new Nokia device; hence the similarities seen in its hardware design — camera, button, and USB port placements, rounded edges, and speaker grills at the bottom. It may come as a surprise to some, but one should not worry. Everyone can expect the same Nokia feel and quality we always love, as the Finnish giant contributes and imposes strict quality control on the design and construction of its new and forthcoming devices to companies it licenses its brand name to.
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