Redmi Pad 2 with MediaTek Helio G100-ULtra chipset launched in India
Xiaomi on Wednesday (June 18) launched the new Redmi Pad 2 series in India.The budget tablet features an 11-inch 2.5K (2560×1600p) IPS LCD panel with 274 ppi (pixels per inch), 90Hz refresh rate and offers up to peak brightness of 600 nits. It also supports Reading Mode, Wet Touch, and TÜV Rheinland certification.It also comes with face unlock security, microSD card slot, optional variant with SIM slot (4G), type-c port, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.3..Redmi Watch Move review: Excellent budget fitness companion.Inside, it houses a 6nm class MediaTek Helio G100-Ultra chipset, which can clock max CPU speed of 2.2GHz, which is more than enough to run most applications and some popular games smoothly without any issues.It is also backed by Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, 4GB/6GB/8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage (expandable up to 2TB), runs Android 15-based HyperOS 2, and a 9,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging capability.It also features an 8MP (f/2.0, 1.12μm pixel size) primary camera with LED flash on the back and a 5MP (f/2.2) front camera. Both cameras can record HD (720p) and full HD (1080p) at 30fps (frames per second)..The Redmi Pad 2 (Wi-Fi only) comes in 4GB RAM + 128GB configurations for Rs 13,999. The Pad 2 model (Wi-Fi + 4G cellular) variant is available in two options-- 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage-- for Rs 15,999 and Rs 17,999, respectively.They come in two colours--graphite gray and mint green. And, the company is offering Pad 2 cover and Redmi Smart Pen accessories for Rs 1,299 and Rs 3,999, respectively..Xiaomi reports 47% revenue growth in Q1 as it launches new electric SUV.Get the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps, cybersecurity, and more on personal technology only on DH Tech.
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