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Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8.7 inchesChipset:Unisoc T616

Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 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.

6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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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
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Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

▲Better than 61% of tablets
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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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
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Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▲Better than 71%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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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
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Score components

22%

6.1

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software & Features

5%

6.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 60%
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
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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
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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

▲Better than 78%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £110
Available versions:
Other versions:
3GB + 32GB6GB + 128GB
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Technical Specifications of tablet Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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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
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Score components:

22%

6.1

Performance

20%

4.7

Display

16%

8.1

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

7.0

Software & Features

5%

6.6

Design

3%

4.8

Audio & Multimedia

6.5
User score
User score
8.3/ 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
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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

8.3
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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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
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Popularity:
Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 8 points, which is lower than 78.1% of Tablets.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
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Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
3 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 8.5% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 53.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 13.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 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
431 points
This tablet scored 431 points in Geekbench 6 (single-core) which is lower than the score of 63.2% of tablets and equal to the score of 0.6% of tablets.
Chipset
Unisoc T616
This tablet uses the Unisoc T616 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 59.7% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1340×800
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1340×800 which is lower than that of 64.2% of tablets and equal to that of 1.3% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
179 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 179 ppi which is lower than that of 74.8% of tablets and equal to that of 0.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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Optical image stabilization
yes
This tablet supports optical image stabilization. 99.7% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
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
6,400 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 6,400 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 51.8% of tablets and equal to those in 0.5% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 18 W which is faster than in 48% of tablets and equal to speeds in 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
15.8 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 15.8 hours, which is longer than that of 89.9% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not receive direct OS updates. 79.7% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
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
372 g
This tablet weighs 372 g which is lighter than 78% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.3% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
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
1
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
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
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 5.8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (15.8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    15.8 hours vs 10 hours
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • Includes optical image stabilization
    This tablet has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average tablet does not. 0.4% of tablets feature OIS.
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This tablet allows manual shutter speed control, the average tablet does not. 21.9% of tablets offer manual shutter speed control.
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Unisoc T616 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Unisoc T616 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 3.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 10
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    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.
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    Realme Pad Mini LTE
    the average tablet
    Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.28 vs 8.000).
    8.28 vs 8
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 2,400 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Unisoc T616 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Unisoc T616 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This tablet supports a newer DDR version than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3). The average DDR version is LPDDR3.
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 more CPU threads
    This tablet has more CPU threads than the average tablet (8 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    8 vs 6
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Mali-G57 MP1 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Mali-G57 MP1 vs Mali-G51
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1325:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,325:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This tablet has a higher touch sampling rate than the average tablet (180 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet has touch sampling rate of 120 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Includes optical image stabilization
    This tablet has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average tablet does not. 0.4% of tablets feature OIS.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This tablet allows manual shutter speed control, the average tablet does not. 21.9% of tablets offer manual shutter speed control.
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • 5.8 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (15.8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    15.8 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This tablet supports reverse wireless charging, the average tablet does not. 4.2% of tablets offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet features extra dim mode, the average tablet does not. 35.4% of tablets support extra diming.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 39.9% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 24.1% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (372 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    372 g vs 490 g
  • 50.8 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (124.5 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    124.5 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • 20.1% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (179 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    179 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • 41 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (360 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    360 nits vs 401 nits
  • 1.4 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 40 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (360 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    360 nits vs 400 nits
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 50% less storage
    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
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 40.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This tablet achieves a lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score than the average tablet (431 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    431 points vs 729 points
  • 3 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (1 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    1 vs 4
  • 20.1% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (179 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    179 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 41 nits lower peak brightness
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (360 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    360 nits vs 401 nits
  • 1.4 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8.7 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 40 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (360 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    360 nits vs 400 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This tablet has a lower screen resolution than the average tablet (1340×800 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet has a resolution of 1920×1200.
    1340×800 vs 1920×1200
  • 42 ppi lower screen sharpness
    This tablet has a lower screen sharpness than the average tablet (179 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    179 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No HDMI output
    This tablet does not have an HDMI output, the average tablet does. 50.1% of tablets support HDMI output.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Does not receive direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets support direct OS updates.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
12/05/2022
Hands-on review · battery test, benchmarks and app use
Verdict
Realme Pad Mini LTE is a pretty good 8-inch tablet, especially compared with others of its size and price.
9.0
GTR: Guiding Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
30/04/2022
Hands-on review · battery, gaming and audio tests
Verdict
Realme Pad Mini LTE is worth its price, with good stereo sound, a solid battery and useful features for kids.
9.0
Tech Singh
≈ estimated
30/04/2022
Hands-on review · one week of use and gaming tests
Verdict
Realme Pad Mini LTE gets most things right, especially for the price, with a few drawbacks in face unlock and charging.
7.0
YugaTech
≈ estimated
04/04/2022
Hands-on review · performance, audio and battery tests
Verdict
Realme Pad Mini LTE is a good follow-up that feels premium, but the regular Pad or 4GB LTE model offers better value.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB)

  • Premium aluminum unibody build quality that feels more expensive than its price point.
  • Compact and lightweight 8.7-inch form factor, making it highly portable and easy to hold with one hand.
  • Excellent battery life from the 6,400mAh cell, often lasting a full day or more with moderate use.
  • Includes 4G LTE support and a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Clean, near-stock Android software experience with minimal bloatware.
  • Stereo speakers provide loud and clear audio for media consumption.

What customers don't like about Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB)

  • Low-resolution 720p (1340 x 800) display that lacks sharpness, resulting in pixelated text and icons.
  • Entry-level Unisoc T616 processor can lead to sluggish performance, UI lag, and struggle with heavy gaming.
  • Slow 18W charging speed that can take over two hours to fully replenish the battery.
  • Poor camera performance, particularly in low-light conditions, with images often appearing noisy or soft.
  • Lack of advanced biometrics, such as a fingerprint sensor, relying only on basic facial recognition.
  • Limited software update support and uncertainty regarding future Android version upgrades.

Verdict

The Realme Pad Mini LTE (3GB + 32GB) is a compact 8.7-inch tablet featuring an 800 x 1340 IPS LCD display and a premium 7.6mm aluminum unibody design. It is powered by a Unisoc T616 octa-core processor and includes 4G LTE connectivity, a 6,400mAh battery with 18W fast charging, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP front camera, and dual stereo speakers. Main pros include its durable and portable build, impressive battery life for its size, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage up to 1TB. However, notable cons include the relatively low display resolution (179 ppi), mediocre camera performance in low light, and potential interface sluggishness due to the limited 3GB of RAM.

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