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Apple iPad Mini 7 2024 vs Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro

Compare screen, performance, battery and accessories.

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Apple iPad Mini 7 2024

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024

  • 8.3 inch screen.
  • Apple A17 Pro processor.
  • Runs iPadOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 256 GB storage.
KSh 87,000In Stock
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Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro

  • About 144 Hz display refresh rate.
  • About 11.2 inch screen.
  • Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) processor.
  • Storage: UFS 3.1 - 128GB only, UFS 4.1.
  • 9,200 mAh battery capacity.
KSh 87,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple iPad Mini 7 2024 if you want a lighter build (293 g). Choose the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro if you want a 50 MP main camera, a larger 11.2-inch screen and a brighter display (800 nits).

Display

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
8.3 inch screen
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
About 11.2 inch screen

Performance

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
Apple A17 Pro processor
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) processor

Software

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
Runs iPadOS
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Runs Android 16, HyperOS 3

Connections

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
Wi-Fi 6E support
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Wi-Fi 7 support

Storage

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024
Up to 256 GB storage
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Up to 512 GB storage

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple iPad Mini 7 2024

  • Lighter: 293 g (vs 485 g).
  • Video output to a monitor over USB-C (DisplayPort).

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro

  • Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP (vs 12 MP).
  • Larger 11.2-inch screen (vs 8.3-inch).
  • Brighter display: up to 800 nits (vs 500).
  • Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6E).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
  • Higher-resolution selfie camera: 32 MP (vs 12 MP).

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PriorityApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Display8.3-inch display, 326 ppi11.2-inch LCD display, 144 Hz, 345 ppi
PerformanceApple A17 Pro processorQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor
StorageUp to 256 GB storageUp to 512 GB storage
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per charge9,200 mAh battery
Battery capacity19.3 Wh battery9,200 mAh battery
ChargingCharging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer67 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
BrandAppleXiaomi
ModeliPad mini (A17 Pro, 2024)Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Announced20242025, September 25
ConnectivityCellular+Wi-Fi, Wi-FiMobile network: No cellular connectivity; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP, LE, LHDC 5; USB: USB Type-C 3.2, accessory connector
CamerasRear: 12MP wide camera, f/1.8; Front: 12MP Center Stage camera, f/2.4Rear: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF; Front: 32 MP, f/2.2, 19mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6", 0.61µm
Status—Available. Released 2025, September 25
Models—25097RP43G

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Dimensions195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3mm251.2 x 173.4 x 5.8 mm (9.89 x 6.83 x 0.23 in)
Weight293g (Wi-Fi); 297g (Wi-Fi + Cellular)485 g or 494 g (1.07 lb)
Build materials—Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back
Additional body features—Stylus support (magnetic)

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Display8.3 inches11.2 inches, 371.5 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio); IPS LCD, 68B colors, 144Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, 800 nits (peak)
Screen resolution2266 x 1488 pixels at 326ppi2136 x 3200 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~345 ppi density)
Display protectionFingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating—
Display featuresLiquid Retina IPS display; P3 wide colour, True Tone, full lamination and antireflective coating; 500 nits68B colors, 144Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, 800 nits (peak)

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
ProcessorApple A17 ProQualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
CPU6 cores: 2 performance and 4 efficiency coresOcta-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M)
GPU5-core GPUAdreno 830

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Storage128GB, 256GB128GB, 256GB, 512GB
RAM—8GB, 12GB, 16GB
Storage technology—UFS 3.1 - 128GB only UFS 4.1
Expandable storage—No
Internal—128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM

Cameras

Cameras specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Rear camera12MP wide camera, f/1.850 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF
Front camera12MP Center Stage camera, f/2.432 MP, f/2.2, 19mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6", 0.61µm
Rear camera featuresAutofocus with Focus Pixels, Smart HDR 4 and up to 5x digital zoomColor spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR
Rear camera video4K at up to 60fps; 1080p slow motion at up to 240fps4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Front camera featuresCenter Stage, Smart HDR 4 and Retina FlashHDR
Front camera video1080p at up to 60fps1080p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Battery19.3Wh rechargeable lithium-polymer battery; up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi browsing/video, or up to 9 hours of cellular browsing on cellular models. Runtime varies with settings, usage and network.9200 mAh
ChargingCharging through USB-C using a power adapter or computer67W wired, PD3.0, QC3+ 22.5W reverse wired

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Operating systemiPadOSAndroid 16, HyperOS 3

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Network—No cellular connectivity
SIM—No
2G bands—Not applicable
3G bands——
GPRS——
EDGE——

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.4, A2DP, LE, LHDC 5
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2x2 MIMO, dual bandWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
PositioningAll models: digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon; cellular models additionally provide GPS/GNSSNo
USBUSB-C with charging, DisplayPort and USB 3 data up to 10GbpsUSB Type-C 3.2, accessory connector
NFC—No
Radio—No
Infrared port—Yes

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
SensorsTouch ID, three-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer and ambient light sensorFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors—Pine Green, Blue, Gray

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
LoudspeakersLandscape stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos (4 speakers)
3.5 mm headphone jack—No
Audio features—24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res & Hi-Res Wireless audio

Tests

Tests specifications comparison
SpecificationApple iPad Mini 7 2024Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Loudspeaker—-22.7 LUFS (Excellent)
Battery—Active use score 13:39h

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have stereo speakers.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
  • Both use 60fps (rear camera video).

In summary

Choose Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro for Android, a larger screen and a higher-resolution main camera; Apple iPad Mini 7 2024 combines iPadOS, a smaller screen and a lighter build.

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