| Name | Xiaomi Pad Mini | Apple iPad mini (7th gen / A17 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | ~$399 | $499 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Oct 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 15 | iPadOS 18 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 8.8″ | 8.3″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 3008×1880 | 2266×1488 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 16:10 | 3:2 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 403 PPI | 327 PPI |
| Stylus support? (active) | ✔ | ✔ Apple Pencil |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10, Dolby Vision | ❌ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 165 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ | Apple A17 Pro |
| GPU | Immortalis-G925 | Apple GPU (5-core) |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.73 GHz | 3.78 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 128 | 256 | 512 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera | ||
| Primary (wide) | 13 MP | 12 MP |
| Secondary camera(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Video resolutions | 4K@30 fps, 1080p@30/60 fps | 4K@24/25/30/60 fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240 fps |
| Selfie-camera | ||
| Primary | 8 MP wide | 12 MP ultrawide |
| Secondary camera(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | ❌ |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Selfie video resolutions | 1080p@30 fps | 1080p@25/30/60 fps |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| NFC? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | ❌ | 5G (cellular model) |
| SIM type? (physical) | ❌ | ❌ |
| eSIM? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Charging & data port | 1x USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.1 Gen2 |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 7500 mAh | 5078 mAh |
| Charging speed? | 67 W | ~20 W |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2× | 2× |
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 20.51×13.20×0.65 | 19.54×13.48×0.63 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 8.07×5.20×0.26 | 7.69×5.31×0.25 |
| Weight (gram): | 326 | 293 |
| Weight (lbs): | 0.719 | 0.646 |
| Build & design | ||
| IP-Code | IP52 | ❌ |
| Body material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | In power button (Touch ID) |
| Keyboard connector? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Special (design) features? | Gorilla Glass 5 | - |
| Selfie camera placement? | Top bezel | Top bezel |
| Color options: | Gray, Purple | Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight |
| Included accessories | - | - |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | 25079RPDCG | A2993, A2995, A2996, iPad16,1, iPad16,2 |
| Official site link: | Mi.com | Apple.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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