Xiaomi is making an Apple iPad Mini 7 rival with MediaTek chip and 8.8-inch display, launch in 2 days
Xiaomi is getting ready to launch a new compact tablet under its Redmi brand, and it seems to be taking on Apple's iPad Mini 7. The device is called the Redmi K Pad, and it's all set to launch in China on June 18. Ahead of the launch, the company has already confirmed some key features and revealed its design and it looks a tad similar to Apple's smaller iPad in more ways than one.advertisementThe Redmi K Pad will feature an 8.8-inch LCD display, which is close to the iPad Mini's screen size. Not just that, the front look of the tablet and even the single rear camera at the back remind us of the iPad Mini's layout. Xiaomi is clearly going for a design and size that will appeal to users looking for a lightweight tablet that is easy to carry and ideal for reading, browsing, or watching videos on the go.What sets the Redmi K Pad apart is the hardware inside. It is tipped to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, according to details spotted on Geekbench. The listing also mentions 16GB RAM, which is quite a lot for a tablet in this segment. It will run Android 15 out of the box, and it could offer a smooth and fast experience because of the flagship chip, especially when paired with the high refresh rate screen.advertisement
Speaking of the display, Xiaomi is not holding back. Redmi China's top executive Thomas Wang has said the LCD screen being used is among the best in the industry, with dual-driver ICs that help with better control of colour, brightness and other screen elements. This suggests Xiaomi is focusing heavily on display quality, which is often a strong point in Apple's tablets. The tablet could come with a 3K resolution screen with a 165Hz refresh rate and a 16:10 aspect ratio.Xiaomi has also made some smart choices to keep the tablet lightweight and easy to handle. The company says it is using custom components for parts like the speakers, screen, and internal motors to reduce the weight without cutting corners on performance.Only the purple colour of the Redmi K Pad has been shown so far, but more colours are expected at the launch. The back of the tablet carries a single camera with an LED flash, a microphone just below it, and a 'Gamma Antenna' label, which could be for improving signal reception. The volume buttons are placed on the right side, and the power button is at the top.The Redmi K Pad is also tipped to support 67W fast charging, which means it should be able to top up quickly when needed. The tablet will be officially introduced during a live broadcast hosted by Xiaomi's China head Lu Weibing on June 18. The event will also include other products like the Redmi K80 Ultra and Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro.
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