Apple iPad mini (2024) Specs, pros and cons
Apple iPad mini (2024) specifications
The Apple iPad mini (2024) is a new tablet launched by the Apple brand. The tablet is also known as Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro). It features an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 1488 x 2266 pixels, delivering sharp images and vibrant colors. The display also supports 500 nits brightness, scratch-resistant glass, and an oleophobic coating. The tablet has stylus support and costs around $593 (Rs 49,900 in India) approximately.
Powered by Apple’s A17 Pro chip, iPad mini (2024) delivers exceptional performance for multitasking, gaming, and running demanding apps. It is available in 128GB, 256GB and 512GB storage options and offers ample space for apps, media and files with 8GB of RAM. The tablet runs on iPadOS 18, which brings new features. iPad mini (2024) features a 12MP rear camera with 4K video recording, while the 12MP ultra-wide front camera offers 1080p video resolution. The Apple iPad mini (2024) tablet is equipped with a 5078 mAh Li-Ion battery and the device offers space gray, blue, purple and starlight color options.
| Budget | Apple iPad mini (2024) |
| Grid | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Announced | October 2024 |
| SIM | eSIM |
| Dimensions | 7.69×5.31×0.25 inch |
| Weight | 293-297 grams |
| Size | 8.3 inches |
| Show | IPS LCD with liquid retina 500 nits brightness 3:2 ratio ~327 PPI density |
| Protection/Others | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating Stylus support (Apple Pencil, Apple Pencil Pro) |
| Resolution | 1488 x 2266 pixels |
| SW | iPad OS 18 |
| chipset | 3nm – Apple A17 Pro |
| UPC | hexa core 2 × 3.78GHz + 4xX.X GHz |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| card slot | No |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Internal | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Camera | 12 MP (wide), AF Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama Maximum: 4K at 24/25/30/60 fps, gyro EIS |
| selfie | 12 MP (122˚ultrawide) HDR Maximum: 1080p at 25/30/60 fps, gyro EIS |
| Loudspeaker | Yeah (stereo speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual band, access point |
| bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS (Wi-Fi + cellular model only) |
| NFC | No |
| infrared port | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type C 3.1 Gen2, DisplayPort |
| Sensors | Side-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer, gyroscope, compass and barometer |
| Battery | Li-Ion 5078 mAh |
| Flag | Space gray, blue, purple, starlight |
| Expected price | $593 (Rs 49,900 in India) approximately |
Pros and cons of the Apple iPad mini (2024)
Based on the above specifications, you can see the List of pros and cons (advantages and disadvantages) of the Apple iPad mini (2024) tablet.
Advantages
- Huge battery capacity of 5078 mAh.
- It comes with 5G support.
- Stylus support is available.
- There are stereo speakers.
- Incredible gaming chipset performance.
- FHD+ Liquid Retina IPS LCD with 500 nits brightness.
- Comes with support for iPad OS 18.
- Support 4K video recording with gyro-EIS.
- Comes with scratch resistant glass protection.
- There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Cons
- Does not support reverse or wireless charging.
- Fast charging is also missing on this tablet.
- No microSD card slot.
- Apparently heavy built.
- An optical zoom and an ultra-wide camera are missing.
- No AMOLED screen.
- An audio connector is missing.
- There is no NFC support on this tablet.
