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Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£170RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:7.9 inchesChipset:Nvidia Tegra K1

Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 14 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.9

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

5.9

Sentiment score

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7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 57%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

7.4

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.2

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

6.4

Audio

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8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

8.1

Popularity

Grades by review (14)
6 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 74%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £170
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
2GB + 64GB2GB + 16GB

What reviewers say about the Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

Based on 6 · 8

Reviewers agree performance is excellent and the screen sharp, but build quality and connectivity draw frequent complaints.
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Technical Specifications of tablet Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.0

Display

16%

7.4

Camera

14%

4.9

Battery

12%

5.9

Connectivity

8%

6.2

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

6.4

Audio

5.9
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.7
RAM capacity
2 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra K1
This tablet runs on Nvidia Tegra K1, which is less advanced than 63.8% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a 2048×1536 screen, which is sharper than 68.5% of tablets and equal to 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
326 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 326 ppi, which is higher than 94.9% of tablets and equal to 2.1% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,700 mAh
This tablet has 6,700 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 51.2% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
11 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 11 hours, which is longer than that of 60.8% of tablets and equal to that of 3.8% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
360 g
This tablet weighs 360 g, which is lighter than 79.2% of tablets and equal to 0.8% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
?
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 47.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 26.5% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (360 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    360 g vs 490 g
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    6 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Nvidia Tegra K1 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Nvidia Tegra K1 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 47.5% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (326 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Supports HDR10
    This tablet supports HDR10, while the average tablet does not. 21.7% of tablets support HDR10.
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 1 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (11 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    11 hours vs 10 hours
  • 26.5% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (360 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    360 g vs 490 g
  • 39.9 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (135.4 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    135.4 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce Kepler (192 cores) vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce Kepler (192 cores) vs Mali-G51
  • 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
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 21.3% lower sentiment score
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (ULP GeForce Kepler (192 cores) vs Mali-G51).
    ULP GeForce Kepler (192 cores) vs Mali-G51
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 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
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    May 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 100 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (300 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    300 nits vs 400 nits
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 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
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi
    the average tablet
    Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy
    This tablet does not support location privacy, while the average tablet does. 76.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (8.5 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    8.5 mm vs 8 mm

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
cnet.com
≈ estimated
15/05/2014
Hands-on preview · Design and screen
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Pad is a low-cost iPad Mini lookalike with a fast Nvidia processor, but its slippery plastic back is awkward to hold.
8.0
gizchina.com
≈ estimated
31/07/2014
Full review · Battery and camera
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Pad is one of the best Wi-Fi-only Android tablets, but its lack of LTE and GPS and its glossy, grip-less back hold it back.
9.0
blablahightech.fr
≈ estimated
11/01/2015
Hands-on test · Compact Android tablet
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Pad suits MIUI fans who want a sharp, easy-to-hold 7.9-inch tablet, though its slippery back and missing GPS hold it back.
9.0
phonandroid.com
≈ estimated
18/12/2014
Benchmark test · Gaming-ready tablet
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Pad is a powerful tablet with a sharp screen and iOS-like interface, but its slippery plastic body and unremarkable outdoor brightness hold it back.
8.0
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
18/07/2014
Hands-on review · MIUI tablet
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Pad is a fast, bright tablet with a long-lasting battery that suits MIUI fans, but its cameras, missing GPS and slippery back let it down.
8.0
tweakers.net
✓ explicit
30/07/2014
Full review · Heat and software
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Pad is a fast tablet with a good battery, but its cheap-feeling plastic body gets warm and dirty quickly and lacks Google Play.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

  • High-resolution 7.9-inch 'retina' display with excellent color accuracy and sharpness
  • Powerful Nvidia Tegra K1 processor provides strong performance for gaming and media
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting 3 to 4 days with casual use
  • Clear and loud dual-speaker output suitable for movies and music
  • Lightweight and portable build that is easy to hold for long periods
  • Affordable price point compared to contemporary high-end tablets

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

  • Glossy plastic back is slippery and prone to fingerprints
  • Limited 2GB RAM leads to persistent slowdowns when multitasking or switching apps
  • Lack of GPS and cellular connectivity limits its use as a navigation device
  • Software limitations, including some app incompatibilities due to the 4:3 screen ratio
  • The tablet can get significantly warm near the camera during extended gaming sessions
  • Basic camera interface and average image quality, especially in low light

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Pad WiFi (2GB + 64GB) is a 7.9-inch tablet featuring a high-resolution IPS LCD 'Retina' display (2048 x 1536 pixels, 324 ppi) protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It is powered by the NVIDIA Tegra K1 quad-core processor (2.2 GHz) with a 192-core Kepler GPU, 2GB of LPDDR3 RAM, and 64GB of internal storage expandable via microSD up to 128GB. Main characteristics include a 6,700 mAh battery, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP front camera, and dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac support. The tablet's primary pros are its sharp, vibrant display that rivals high-end competitors, strong graphical performance for gaming, and a compact, portable build weighing 360g. However, notable cons include its aging Android 4.4 (MIUI) software which lacks modern app compatibility, the absence of GPS and cellular connectivity, and a slippery plastic back prone to fingerprints.

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