TabletBlog · 25/09/2023
Hands-on review · gaming, display and battery tests
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is a good entertainment tablet for streaming, but not recommended for gaming.
Likes- Bright 90 Hz display for the price
- Generous RAM and internal storage
- Solid battery life in testing
- High-quality metal casing and current software
Dislikes- Weak graphics performance for gaming
- No keyboard cover or active stylus support
- Not worth upgrading from the original Redmi Pad
verklickt · 08/10/2023
Hands-on review · build, performance, speakers and battery
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is fair for media and light tasks, but too slow for demanding work and needs patience.
Likes- Aluminium build feels high quality
- Solid stereo speakers for the price
- Large 8000 mAh battery lasts a long time
- Good selfie camera for video calls
Dislikes- Snapdragon 680 is too weak for demanding tasks
- Only 4 GB RAM and slow storage
- Only Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0
- Charging limited to 10 W
verklickt · 08/10/2023
Hands-on review · build, performance, speakers and battery
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is fair for media and light tasks, but too slow for demanding work and needs patience.
Likes- Aluminium build feels high quality
- Solid stereo speakers for the price
- Large 8000 mAh battery lasts a long time
- Good selfie camera for video calls
Dislikes- Snapdragon 680 is too weak for demanding tasks
- Only 4 GB RAM and slow storage
- Only Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0
- Charging limited to 10 W
TECNOMOTION · 15/10/2024
Long-term use · daily tests of screen, multitasking and battery
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is a balanced tablet with no standout weakness, best suited to its price and long battery life.
Likes- Excellent battery, around 10 to 13 hours of screen time
- Large, clear screen that works well indoors
- Good front camera for video calls
- Useful FM radio and headphone jack
Dislikes- 4 GB of RAM causes multitasking apps to reload
- Charging maxes out at 18 W, which is slow
- Too dim outdoors
TOUKIWANTI · 10/09/2023
Hands-on review · build, camera, battery and gaming tests
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi offers good value for the price, mainly for films and browsing, though it does not impress.
Likes- Solid aluminium build and comfortable light body
- Battery lasts a long time for video viewing
- Good sound in games thanks to four speakers
- Good value at around 200 euros
Dislikes- Processor struggles with demanding apps and video editing
- Charging at 10 W takes around two hours
- Camera results are only average
Rudy - Avis Mobiles · 10/09/2023
Hands-on review · charging, battery and daily use
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is a versatile, well-priced tablet with a good screen, and its compromises are minor in practice.
Likes- Good colour rendering for series and video
- Usable for social media, browsing and light games
- Long battery life under heavy use
- Solid, light aluminium body
Dislikes- Refresh rate does not always reach 90 Hz in apps
- The 10 W charger is slow to fill the battery
- Heavy games hit limits and heat the top edge
Miky Ancona · 13/10/2023
Hands-on review · build, display, audio, battery and camera
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is good value for an affordable Android tablet, especially for films and video.
Likes- Solid metal build and comfortable weight
- Quad speakers with good stereo sound
- Battery lasts almost three days with average use
- Good 90 Hz display for media
Dislikes- No mobile data via SIM card
- Internal storage is a bit slow
- Screen is not bright enough for outdoor use
GizChina Italia · 15/09/2023
Hands-on review · one week of use and battery tests
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is fine for email and browsing, but for media use, paying a bit more is advised.
Likes- Battery lasts about three days on one charge
- Camera is surprisingly good in good light
- Streaming in full HD works thanks to Widevine L1
- Useful Xiaomi apps preinstalled alongside Google apps
Dislikes- MIUI interface is heavy and cumbersome
- Gestures are awkward, so virtual buttons were needed
- Charging at 10 W is slow
- Price around 200 euros is too high for what it offers
Matteo Fagone - Musica e Tecnoligia · 19/01/2025
Unboxing · setup and first impressions
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi is a decent, well-built tablet, but dated hardware and storage hold it back.
Likes- Solid, well-built body
- Infrared port works as a remote control
- Performance good enough for everyday use
- Security patches updated to November 2024
Dislikes- Helio G85 processor and eMMC storage feel dated
- Wi-Fi only, no 4G LTE as expected
- IPS display rather than AMOLED
Fabytech88 · 05/11/2023
Hands-on review · screen, audio and battery
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE WiFi has a strong screen, audio and battery, making it a good budget pick, though brightness and camera are limited.
Likes- Bright 90 Hz screen for the price
- Loud, clear speakers with good bass
- Very long battery life
- Solid aluminium build
Dislikes- Only 400 nits of brightness
- Weak camera, as expected for a tablet
- Slow charging with a 10 W charger