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Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro Tablet (Source: Xiaomi)
Redmi Pad 5 Color variants: Green, Silver, Black
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Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro [High-end]
Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4-inch tablet, the newest member of the Pad 5 series. It features a larger display with 2.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 870 chip. Additionally, it has a more powerful 8600 mAh battery.
The new tablet arrived as part of a line of products alongside the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2, while a more advanced version of the tablet Mi Pad 5 Pro was first announced in 2021.
Redmi Pad 5 (Entry-level)
Based on lower-cost hardware powered by MediaTek Helio G99, the Redmi Pad 5 shares similar Characteristics to the Xiaomi Pad 5 and Pro series. Its primary target market is a low segment or entry-level type of users. The camera array differs from the Xiaomi Pad 5 series with a pair of 8MP sensors for selfies and primary cameras. The memory configuration is also more humble, with 3G/4G/6GB RAM configurations. The device comes with a massive 8000mAh battery that supports 18W charging, which is more than enough for everyday use.
Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro (High-end model) Technical specifications
- Chip system: Snapdragon 870.
- Screen: 11-inch LCD with 1600×2560 resolution and 120Hz frequency.
- Memory/storage Configurations: 6GB + 128GB / 8GB + 256GB / 12GB + 512GB.
- Cameras – Rear: 50MP + 5MP (depth), Selfie: 8 MP, f/2.0.
- Battery: 8600 mAh.
- Thickness: 6.9 mm.
- Weight: 550 grams.
Redmi Pad 5 (Entry-level Model) Technical specifications
- Chip system: MediaTek Helio G99 processor.
- Screen: 10.61-inch LCD with 2000×1200 resolution and 90Hz frequency.
- Memory/storage Configurations: 3GB+64GB, 4GB+128GB, 6GB+128GB
- Cameras – Rear: 8MP + 8MP Selfie: 8 MP, f/2.0.
- Battery: 8000 mAh.
- Thickness: 7.05 mm.
- Weight: 445 grams.
What’s New in Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro?
This new model by Xiaomi is intended to compete head-to-head with famous brands such as Apple’s iPad Pro. This product has a 12.4-inch display, with a resolution of 1600 x 2560. It has a high refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, which makes the picture clearer, resulting in a sharper and more vibrant picture. On top of that, Xiaomi also implemented Qualcomm’s 67-watt fast charging technology ahead of the Apple model to boost charging speeds to a matter of a few minutes.
120Hz Refresh rate
In the new upgraded 2022 version, we get a larger 11-inch screen that maintains the 2.5K resolution with a layout of 1600 x 2560 pixels, a refresh rate of 120Hz a brightness of 500nits.
Design and build
The new model is very slim, measuring only 6.9 mm. It has a front made of Gorilla Glass 3, reinforced by an aluminum frame and aluminum back cover, similar to the design of the iPad.
Great sound experience
Like the previous version, the Redmi Pad 5 Pro incorporates an array of 8 speakers. The iPad Pro has four speakers and Xiaomi’s Dolby Atmos surround system, which is also present in the Apple iPad series, offers high sound volume levels and an enhanced listening experience.
Display – Redmi Pad 5 vs. Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro
Featuring a 10.61” IPS display, Redmi Pad 5 provides a buttery smooth viewing experience with a 90Hz refresh rate vs. Xiaomi Pad 5 and Pro high-end series, which support a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.
Xiaomi’s tablets have a special feature that helps reduce eye fatigue. This feature reduces the blue light emitted by the display, which can disturb sleep, cause tiredness, and harm the eyes if used for long periods. now certified by TÜV Rheinland and more “Healthy” to your eyes.
Redmi Pad 5 Specifications
Redmi Pad 5 (Product specification) | |
Brand | Redmi |
Model | Xiaomi 2208128G |
SoC / Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99, 6nm advanced process |
CPU | MT8781V Octa-Core (8 cores) 64-bit processor |
GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Storage Ram Configurations | LPDDR4X + UFS 2.2 |
MicroSD card slot |  |
OS | MIUI PadOS 13 (MIUI 13.1.1/Android 12.0) |
Display | • 10.61″ LCD • 10 Point Multi-touch |
Display Resolution | 1200 x 2000 pixels (2K Resolution) |
Main Camera | 8MP main camera |
Selfie Camera (Front) | 8MP ultra-wide front camera |
Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
Audio | Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos® |
Sensors | • Light |
Battery & Charging | • USB Type-C Interface (Power/Charging) |
Materials | High-quality metal unibody design |
Colors | Graphite Gray, Moonlight Silver, and Mint |
Dimensions | 250.38mm x 157.98mm x 7.05mm |
Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro (5G) vs. Apple iPad Pro (High-end models)
Redmi Pad 5 Pro vs. Apple iPad Pro | ||
Product Photo |  |  |
Model | Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro (5G Model) | Apple iPad Pro |
Color | Black, Moriyama Green, Silver | Space Gray, Silver |
Launch date | 2021, August 10 | 2021, April 20 |
Release date | 2021, August 10 | 2022, September 10 |
OS | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | iPadOS 15 |
SoC | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) | Apple M1 |
CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core |
GPU | Adreno 650 | Apple GPU (8-core graphics) |
RAM & Storage | • 128GB/6GB RAM • 256GB/8GB RAM • 512GB/12GB RAM | • 128GB/8GB RAM • 256GB/8GB RAM • 512GB/8GB RAM • 1TB/6GB RAM • 2TB/16GB RAM |
Network | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
Display | IPS LCD, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision | IPS LCD, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision |
Main Camera | 13 MP, f/2.0 5MP, f/2.4, (depth) | 12 MP, f/1.8, (wide) 1.22µm |
Selfie Camera | 16 MP, f/2.0 | 12 MP, f/2.4, 122˚ (ultrawide) |
Sound | x8 Stereo speakers 3.5mm jack - No | x4 Stereo speakers 3.5mm jack - No |
Comms | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
Sensors | • Magnetic sensor (Hall) | • Face ID • Accelerometer • Gyro • Barometer |
Battery | Li-Po 8600 (non-removable) | Li-Po 7812 mAh (non-removable) |
Material | Glass front, aluminum back | Glass front, aluminum back |
Dimensions | 254.7 x 166.3 x 6.9 mm | 280.6 x 214.9 x 6.4 mm |
Weight | 515 g | 682 g |
Estimated Price | +400 EUR | 1200 EUR |
Comparing: Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro (5G), Xiaomi Pad 5, Redmi Pad 5
Redmi Pad 5 Pro vs. Apple iPad Pro | |||
Product Photo | | | |
Model | Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro (5G Model) | Xiaomi Pad 5 | Redmi Pad 5 |
Color | Black, Moriyama Green, Silver | ||
Announced | August 2022 | August 10, 2021 | August 10, 2021 |
OS | | | |
OTA Update | | | |
SoC | Snapdragon 870 5G | Snapdragon 870 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
Octa-Core CPU | | | |
GPU | Adreno 650 | Adreno 640 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
RAM & Storage | • 128GB/6GB RAM • 256GB/8GB RAM • 512GB/12GB RAM | ||
Network | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G. | Only WiFi (No SIM Support) | Only WiFi (No SIM Support) |
Display | Size: 12.4 inches | Size: 11.0 inches | Size: 10.61 inches |
Eye Comfort Certified | Built-in blue light reduction to protect eyes and preserve user vision. | ||
Main Camera | • 13 MP, f/2.0 • 5MP, f/2.4, (depth) | • 13 MP, f/2.0 • Dual-LED flash | • 8 MP, f/2.0 • Dual-LED flash |
Selfie Camera | 16 MP, f/2.0 | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 8 MP, 105°ultra-wide front camera |
Sound | x8 Stereo speakers 3.5mm jack - No | x4 Stereo speakers 3.5mm jack - No | x4 Stereo speakers 3.5mm jack - No |
Comms | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band GPS: A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
Sensors | • Magnetic sensor (Hall) | • Magnetic sensor (Hall) | • Magnetic sensor (Hall) |
Battery | Li-Po 8600 (non-removable) | Li-Po 8720mAh (non-removable) | Li-Po 8000mAh (non-removable) |
Materials | | | High-quality metal unibody design |
Dimensions | 254.7 x 166.3 x 6.9 mm | 254.7 x 166.3 x 6.9 mm | 250.38mm x 157.98mm x 7.05mm |
Weight | 515 g | 511 g | 445 g |
Estimated Price | +400 EUR | 400 EUR | 250~300 EUR |
What’s New in the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro?
This new model by Xiaomi is intended to compete head-to-head with famous brands such as Apple’s iPad Pro. This product stands out for its large 12.4-inch display with a resolution of 1600 x 2560 (WQHD+), 244 PPI, and a high refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, resulting in a superior and sharper image. 67-watt fast charging technology ahead of the Apple model to boost charging speeds to a matter of a few minutes.
120Hz Refresh rate
In the new upgraded 2022 version, we get a larger 11-inch screen that maintains the 2.5K resolution with a layout of 1600 x 2560 pixels, a refresh rate of 120Hz and a brightness of 500nits.
Design and build
The new model is thin, measuring 6.9 mm thick. It has a metal body with a front made of Gorilla Glass 3. The aluminum frame and back cover resemble the design of the iPad.
Great sound experience
Like the previous version, the Redmi Pad 5 Pro incorporates an array of 8 speakers. The iPad Pro has four speakers with high sound volume levels. Xiaomi’s Dolby Atmos surround system is also available in the Apple iPad series, which improves the listening experience.
Display: Redmi Pad 5 vs. Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro
Featuring a 10.61” IPS display, Redmi Pad 5 provides a buttery smooth viewing experience with a 90Hz refresh rate vs. Xiaomi Pad 5 and Pro high-end series, which support a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.
Xiaomi’s tablets have a feature that reduces eye fatigue by reducing the blue light effect. This can disrupt sleep, cause fatigue, and harm the eyes when used for long periods.
OTA Updates
According to information provided by Xiaomi, all mid-range up to high-end tablets will receive new firmware updates based on the latest MIUI 13.0 (Android 12.0) starting September 30.
Prices and Availability – Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro & Redmi Pad 5 Series
Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro
In terms of price, Xiaomi cuts similar Apple tablets as the Apple iPad Air 4 significantly. The Xiaomi 5 Pro Pad with 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, and WiFi connectivity is available for about 430 euros (~$489). First-sale introductory prices are initially higher and decrease over time based on buyer demand and competition between Xiaomi, Apple, and Samsung.
The Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro’s IPS panel advantage is that it provides a high refresh rate of 120 Hz. The iPad Air 4 costs about 550 Euros (~625$) in the minor version, so the buck’s value is high, approximately minus -150 Euros.
Prices in China
The Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4 tablet is available in China in black, silver, and green. It comes in different configurations, each with its own price.
- The 6GB+128GB version – Priced at 2799 yuan (~$400).
- The 8GB+256GB version – Priced at 3299 yuan (~$472).
- The 12GB+512GB version – Priced at 3999 yuan (~$572).
