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Redmi Pad 2 India launch set for June 18: What to expect from Xiaomi's tab
Xiaomi-owned Redmi is expanding its tablet lineup in India with the launch of the Redmi Pad 2 on June 18. The company has teased the device on X (formerly Twitter), revealing key specifications while keeping the pricing under wraps. The tablet will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G100-Ultra processor and run on Xiaomi HyperOS 2.
Redmi Pad 2: Key features
The Redmi Pad 2 boasts an 11-inch LCD display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels (2.5k), offering a 90Hz refresh rate and up to 360Hz touch sampling rate (240Hz with stylus). The panel achieves 600 nits of peak brightness and supports wet touch technology, alongside TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Flicker Free, and Circadian Friendly certifications.
Camera
Rear camera: 8MP, f/2.0
Front camera: 5MP, f/2.2
Both support 1080p and 720p recording at 30fps and include modes like Photo, Video, Document, HDR, and Teleprompter.
Battery
The tablet is powered by a 9000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging, though it includes a 15W charger in the box. Charging is via USB Type-C, supporting PD2.0 and QC2.0 standards.
Redmi Pad 2: Specifications
Display: 11-inch LCD, 16:10 aspect ratio, 2560x1600 resolution, 274 ppi, up to 90Hz refresh rate, up to 360Hz touch sampling (240Hz with pen), 500 nits typical brightness, 600 nits outdoor brightness,Wet touch
RAM: Up to 8GB LPDDR4X
Storage: Up to 256GB UFS 2.2
Processor: MediaTek Helio G100-Ultra
GPU: Mali-G57 MC2 GPU
OS: Xiaomi HyperOS 2
Rear camera: 8MP, f/2.0, 1080p/720p at 30fps
Front camera: 5MP, f/2.2, 1080p/720p at 30fps
Battery: 9000mAh
Charging: 18W fast charging support, 15W inbox charger, USB Type-C port, supports PD2.0 and QC2.0
Dimensions: 254.58 x 166.04 x 7.36 mm
Weight: 510g
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