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Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95RAM capacity:1 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7.9 inchesChipset:Apple A7

Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 64% of tablets
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

4.6

Battery

12%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software & Features

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 68% of tablets
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 204 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 63% of tablets
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Technical Specifications of tablet Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

22%

4.7

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

5.8

Camera

14%

4.6

Battery

12%

6.3

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software & Features

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

5.6
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 204 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 8 points, which is lower than 78.1% of Tablets.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.1
RAM capacity
1 GB
RAM capacity
1 GB
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 1 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 77.8% of tablets and equal to that of 19.3% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Process node
28 nm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 64.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 17.8% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
?
Chipset
Apple A7
Chipset
Apple A7
â–² Better than 84% of models
This tablet uses the Apple A7 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 83.6% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
2048×1536
Screen resolution
2048×1536
â–² Better than 69% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 2048×1536 which is higher than that of 68.7% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 94.8% of tablets and equal to that of 2.1% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
no
Optical image stabilization
no
Category Benchmark
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 5 MP which is lower than that of 63.6% of tablets and equal to that of 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
Front camera megapixels
1.2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 1.2 MP which is lower than in 86.3% of tablets and equal to that in 4.8% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
â–² Better than 18% of models
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
6,471 mAh
Battery capacity
6,471 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 6,471 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 51.4% of tablets and equal to those in 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
12 W
Charging speed
12 W
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 12 W which is slower than in 58.9% of tablets and equal to speeds in 1.5% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Battery life
10 hours
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
â–² Better than 37% of models
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
NFC
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
iOS
Operating system
iOS
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
This tablet uses the iOS operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 98.5%.
Update support duration
long
Update support duration
long
â–² Better than 80% of models
This tablet offers long update support, which is longer than the support period of 80% of tablets and equal to that of 20% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 20% of models
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
On-device AI
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
App tracking protection
yes
â–² Better than 72% of models
This tablet includes app tracking protection. 71.8% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
IP rating
not rated
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
331 g
Weight
331 g
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 331 g which is lighter than 86.5% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
Backlit keyboard
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
?
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
aptX Adaptive
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
Dolby Atmos support
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
N. of speakers
2
â–¼ Worse than 29% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Apple A7
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This tablet uses the Apple A7 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple A7 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 45.5% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    326 ppi
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Longer update support
    Update support duration
    long
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • 32.4% lighter
    Weight
    331 g
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (331 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    331 g vs 490 g
  • 105 ppi higher screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    326 ppi
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    2048×1536
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    Typical brightness
    450 nits
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <300 nits – >600 nits
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • Includes app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • 2.74x cheaper
    Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£95 vs £260).
    £95 vs £260
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Apple A7
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This tablet uses the Apple A7 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Apple A7 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 45.5% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    326 ppi
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 105 ppi higher screen sharpness
    Screen sharpness
    326 ppi
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    2048×1536
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    2048×1536 vs 1920×1200
  • 50 nits higher typical brightness
    Typical brightness
    450 nits
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <300 nits – >600 nits
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    450 nits vs 400 nits
  • 49 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    450 nits
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (450 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    450 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    Slow-motion recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Supports AirPlay
    AirPlay
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This tablet supports AirPlay, the average tablet does not. 7.6% of tablets are AirPlay compatible.
  • Longer update support
    Update support duration
    long
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This tablet offers longer update support than the average tablet (long vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    long vs medium
  • Includes app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This tablet includes app tracking protection, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets offer app tracking protection.
  • Allows app offloading
    App offloading
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    Extra dim mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
    Reduce White Point accessibility dimming
  • 32.4% lighter
    Weight
    331 g
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <315 g – >730 g
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (331 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    331 g vs 490 g
  • 40.6 mm narrower
    Width
    134.7 mm
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <123.8 mm – >274 mm
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (134.7 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    134.7 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    2
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    1.2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • Less advanced operating system
    Operating system
    iOS
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (iOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iOS vs Android
  • 35% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.3 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    2 vs 6
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 3 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    1 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (1 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    1 GB vs 4 GB
  • 35% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.3 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (2 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    2 vs 6
  • 2x larger process node
    Process node
    28 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • Worse GPU
    GPU model
    PowerVR G6430
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This tablet uses the PowerVR G6430 GPU, while the average tablet uses the stronger Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    PowerVR G6430 vs Mali-G51
  • 42.8% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    8.53 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <4.26 GB/s – >60 GB/s
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (8.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    8.53 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    450 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <311 MHz – >1.1k MHz
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    RAM speed
    1,600 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <800 MHz – >6.4k MHz
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1600 MHz vs 1866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen size
    Screen size
    7.9 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <7 inches – >12 inches
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    804:1
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (804:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    804:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >300 Hz
    This tablet has a lower touch sampling rate than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    1.2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (1.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    1.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • 3 MP lower main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a lower-resolution main camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a 8 MP main camera.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No manual white balance
    Manual white balance
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 33.3% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    12 W
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (12 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    12 W vs 18 W
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • No cellular module
    Cellular module
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No face recognition
    Face recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Less advanced operating system
    Operating system
    iOS
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (iOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    iOS vs Android
  • No split-screen
    Split-screen support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    Picture-in-picture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average tablet does. 73.6% of tablets allow multiple user profiles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • No offline voice recognition
    Offline voice recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.1% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 6 older release date
    Release date
    2013
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019).
    November 2013
    2013 vs 2019
  • 2 points lower iFixit repairability score
    Repairability score (iFixit)
    2 points
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <0 points – >10 points
    This tablet has a lower repairability score than the average tablet (2 points vs 4 points). The average tablet repairability score is 4 points.
    2 points vs 4 points

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12/11/2013
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27/11/2013
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wired.com
19/11/2013
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theverge.com
14/11/2013
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21/11/2013
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pcwelt.de
03/12/2013
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connect.de
11/12/2013
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stern.de
21/11/2013
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wz.de
18/03/2014
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19/11/2013
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19/11/2013
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15/11/2013
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20/11/2013
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mac4ever.com
19/11/2013
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wired.it
30/12/2013
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25/11/2013
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26/11/2013
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07/12/2013
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What we like about Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

  • Sharp Retina display with high resolution and crisp text
  • Premium, ultraportable design that is slim and lightweight
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting around 10-12 hours
  • Smooth performance for basic tasks and casual gaming
  • Access to the extensive and high-quality iOS App Store ecosystem
  • Solid build quality using high-end aluminum materials

What we don't like about Apple iPad Mini 2 WiFi (1GB + 32GB)

  • Base model starts with limited 16GB of non-expandable storage
  • Lacks modern features like Touch ID fingerprint sensor and Face ID
  • Considered expensive compared to similar Android and Amazon tablets
  • Cameras perform poorly in low light with significant noise
  • Missing advanced multitasking features like Stage Manager or full split-screen
  • Display colors are less vibrant and accurate than larger iPad models

Verdict

The Apple iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi is a compact tablet featuring a 7.9-inch Retina display with a sharp 2048 x 1536 resolution at 326 ppi. It is powered by the 64-bit dual-core A7 chip with 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, offering a premium aluminum build that weighs just 0.73 lbs. Main pros include its highly portable design, crisp high-resolution screen, and approximately 10 hours of battery life for media consumption. However, significant cons include its aging hardware which limits performance in modern apps, a maximum software compatibility of iOS 12.5.8, and lack of expandable storage or modern biometrics like Touch ID.

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