Many people currently in the market for an iPad tablet are asking which is better, the iPad 2, or the newer third generation iPad. The iPad 3 is easily the better tablet, but of course it costs more, so it’s useful to know the difference between the two to see if it’s worth the extra money. The new iPad has a higher resolution screen, faster processor, better rear camera, more RAM, and better Bluetooth. For most people, the screen will make the biggest difference, with the other improvements only noticeable to some. The iPad 2 is still a good tablet, so if you’re looking to save money, it’s a safe buy, but if money is no objective, the new iPad is the better of the two. Below are the important specs for the base-level models of each tablet, compare for yourself and choose the one that best matches your needs.