Xiaomi has just introduced Mi Mix 4 smartphones in China. Alongside this, the tech giant has also launched its new tablets – Mi Pad 5 and Mi Pad 5 Pro. The new tablet comes with several high-end features including 5G connectivity on the Pad 5 Pro.
There are several similarities in these tabs, both feature an 11-inch 2.5K / WQXA LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision and HDR10, and Dolby Atmos. These support stylus and keyboard accessories and others.
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When we talk about their differences, the vanilla model is powered by Snapdragon 860 chipset with a 27067² cooling area whereas the Pro version is powered by Snapdragon 870 SoC with a 22745mm² cooling area.
Anyways, the complete specification of the devices is mentioned below.
Specifications
Display:
The Mi Pad 5 series is equipped with a large 11-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, a high refresh rate of 120Hz, a PPI of up to 275, and a contrast ratio of 1500:1. The slate is also said to support hardware anti-blue light and true color display functions.
Processor:
The base model is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 processor whereas the Pro and its 5G variant are equipped with a Snapdragon 870 chipset.
RAM/Storage:
The devices are available in several memory options including:
- Mi Pad 5 and Mi Pad 5 Pro
- 6GB+128GB
- 6GB + 256GB
- Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G
- 8GB RAM + 256GB
Rear Camera:
- The Mi Pad 5 features a single 13MP rear camera.
- The Mi Pad 5 Pro comes with a 13MP main sensor and a 5MP depth-of-field lens combination.
- The Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G equips a more powerful camera – a massive 50MP main camera and a 5MP depth-of-field lens.
Front Camera:
For the front, all models have an 8MP selfie shooter that also supports Face unlock.
Battery:
The Pad 5 crams an 8,720mAh battery with 33W fast charging support and the Pad 5 Pro packs an 8,600mAh battery under the hood and equally supports a 67W ultra-fast wired second charge.
Enhanced MIUI:
For the Mi Pad 5, Xiaomi is introducing a new MIUI For Pad operating system. The MIUI For Pad brings several customizations onboard the tablet, which makes it easy to use various apps and gives users a near-PC level experience.
The OS is said to be adapted to more than 300 mainstream applications at present. It also supports custom input methods, split screens, small windows, parallel windows, and other functions, bringing a more convenient entertainment, office, and leisure experience.
Stylus Pen:
As teased before, Xiaomi introduced a stylus pen alongside the tablet. The Stylus uses a two-button design, the main button supports quick notes and switching brushes while the secondary button supports long-pressing to take screenshots and switching colors. At the same time, it supports PPT page turning operation.
Moreover, to use it, you only need to put the stylus pen on the side of the Mi Pad 5 Pro to automatically pair. The stylus can be fully charged in 18 minutes and a full charge can be used to write continuously for 8 hours.
Keyboard:
The keyboard-style double-sided protective case has an independent ESC button that supports canceling operations and exiting the full-screen state.
Audio:
To provide a premium audio experience and video experience, both the models support Dolby Atmos. The Pad 5 has four built-in speakers while the Mi Pad 5 Pro is equipped with eight speakers in a dual-core arrangement.
The mid-bass and treble are divided by a dedicated sound unit, which can bring better bass diving and treble extensibility.
Availability
These are available to order and will go on sale in China starting from August 16th.
- The Mi Pad 5 is available in Black, dazzling white, and dark green.
- The Mi Pad 5 Pro comes in Black and dazzling white colors.
- The Mi Pad Pro 5G offers Deeply scalloped color matching.
Price
- Xiaomi Mi Pad 5
- 6 + 128GB – 1999 yuan ($308)
- 6 + 256GB – 2299 yuan ($355)
- Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 Pro
- 6 + 128GB – 2499 yuan ($385)
- 6 + 256GB – 2799 yuan ($432)
- Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 Pro 5G
- 6 + 256GB – 3499 yuan ($540)
