Xiaomi has officially entered the compact tablet space with the launch of the Xiaomi Pad Mini, and it’s already creating buzz among tech lovers. With a premium design, powerful hardware, and smart accessories, this small tablet is clearly aimed at taking on the Apple iPad Mini. After an early unboxing and hands-on experience, here’s a closer look at what the Xiaomi Pad Mini offers.
First Impressions: Compact Size, Premium Feel
The Xiaomi Pad Mini looks premium right out of the box. The review unit comes in a Grey color with a 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant. Inside the box, Xiaomi includes a USB-A to USB-C cable and a 67W fast charger, which is rare for compact tablets. The tablet feels solid in hand, well-balanced, and easy to use with one hand, making it ideal for travel, reading, and casual work.
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Pad Mini Cover Adds Comfort and Protection
The Xiaomi Pad Mini Cover is more than just a protective case. It features a clean white design with a slim yet durable build. The smart rubber band on the back works as both a kickstand and hand grip, making it comfortable to hold in landscape mode. This makes watching videos, attending meetings, or typing much easier.
Xiaomi Focus Pen: Built for Creativity
Xiaomi’s Focus Pen works seamlessly with the Pad Mini. It supports 8192 pressure levels and a 240Hz touch sampling rate, offering precise input for drawing, note-taking, and editing. The pen includes shortcut buttons for spotlight search, screenshots, and writing. Magnetic attachment ensures instant pairing and charging, adding to the overall convenience.
Display and Performance: Small Tablet, Serious Power
The Xiaomi Pad Mini sports an 8.8-inch IPS LCD display with a 1880 × 3008 resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. It supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, with brightness reaching up to 700 nits, making it excellent for media consumption.
Powering the tablet is the 3nm Dimensity 9400+ chipset, paired with up to 12GB RAM. Performance is smooth, even during gaming and multitasking. The centered chipset placement helps with better heat control and balance.
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Dual USB-C Ports and Pricing Details
One standout feature is the dual USB-C ports. One supports DisplayPort 1.4 for external displays, while the other handles data and charging. This setup is rare in compact tablets.
The Xiaomi Pad Mini is available in 8GB/256GB and 12GB/512GB variants, priced at SGD 799 (Singapore), AED 1,599 (UAE), and MYR 1,999 (Malaysia). More regions are expected soon.
Disclaimer: This article is based on early hands-on impressions and official brand information. Final performance, pricing, and availability may vary by region and software updates.
