Xiaomi Redmi Pad VS iPad 10: features, differences and prices

In Applesfera we have already compared the iPad 10 with the Xiaomi Pad 5, but the Asian giant has a cheaper tablet, the Redmi Pad, which has many differences with its older sister. How different are Apple’s proposal from Xiaomi’s? We put them face to face to know their characteristics and differences.

Features Xiaomi Redmi Pad and iPad 10

• Design: We start with the physical appearance. The front of both tablets is similar, reduced edges. However, the aspect ratio is different: 4:3 on the iPad and 16:10 on the Xiaomi Redmi Pad. Each format has its strengths and weaknesses, and it has to do with usage. The first is more interesting for reading, while the second is more for consumption of multimedia content.

• Screen: The iPad 10 has a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD panel with a high resolution of 1640 x 2360 pixels, as well as a 60 Hz refresh rate. It is the most “basic” screen on Apple tablets, and taking into account its price, a higher refresh rate is missing. The Redmi Pad is somewhat smaller, at 10.61 inches, but its refresh rate is 90 Hz.

• Processor, RAM and storage: in this section the iPad wins, since the chip A14 Bionic it is more powerful than the MediaTek Helio G99, in addition to the fact that Apple optimizes its software very well so that it runs as optimally as possible. The A14 Bionic is accompanied by 4 GB of RAM and 64 or 256 GB of internal storage. The Redmi Pad, depending on the storage, can have 3 or 4 GB of RAM.

• cameras: the iPad also wins in photography. Apple has equipped it with a 12 MP Ultra Wide Angle with Center Framing for video calls high quality, as well as a rear, also 12 MP, to digitize documents, record video, etc. The Xiaomi Redmi Pad is more modest in this regard, but the price difference must also be taken into account. Both the rear and the front are 8 MP.

• Drums: Apple says that its tablet is capable of last up to 10 hours per chargeAlthough it depends on the use. Xiaomi is not so specific, but its battery is 8000 mAh and can be recharged at 18W.

• OS: Like most tablets, Xiaomi’s Redmi Pad opts for Android in its version 12 and the MIUI for Pad customization layer, whose interface is very similar to that of iPadOS 16, that is, the iPad system. In iPadOS there are more applications adapted to tablets than in Androidbut this is something that is changing little by little.

• connectivity: both tablets come with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB-Cbut in the iPad there is the possibility of having 5G and GPS if a Cellular model is purchased.

• Price: one of the big differences between the tablets. The Xiaomi Redmi Pad starts at 299.99 euros, while the iPad 10 does it at 579 euros. Almost 300 euros between one and the otherwhich can be a decisive buying factor for many people.

iPad 10 VS Xiaomi Redmi Pad, which one to buy?

The price between the iPad 10 and the Xiaomi Redmi Pad makes the difference. It shows in the processor, performance, photographic section and other functions. There is no doubt that Apple’s proposal performs better in all sections, even in demanding video games. Does this mean that the Xiaomi Redmi Pad is not worth it? Not exactly, but you have to know its limitations.

If it is only going to be used to consume multimedia content from Netflix, YouTube and web browsing, the Xiaomi Redmi Pad will satisfy the user’s needs. If you also want to play with the tablet and use accessories such as a stylus, the iPad 10 is a much better choicedespite not being by any means a perfect tablet.

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