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Apple iPad mini (2024)

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CPU Apple A17 Pro (3 nm)
RAM 8 GB
Storage 128/256/512 GB
Display 8.3 inches
Camera 12 MP
Battery 5078 mAh

Full specification

General

Device Type	iPad
Model	A2993, A2995, A2996, iPad16,1, iPad16,2
Released	23, October 2024

Design

Dimensions	195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm (7.69 x 5.31 x 0.25 in)
Weight	293 g (10.34 oz)
Build	Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors	Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor)	Liquid Retina IPS LCD
Size	8.3 inches
Resolution	FHD, 1488 x 2266 pixels
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality.	327 ppi density
Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind.	Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
Features	8.3-inch display is a Liquid Retina IPS LCD display, featuring an 8.3-inch display with a 203.9 cm2 area and a high brightness of 500 nits. It has a screen-to-body ratio of 77.4%, with FHD 1488 x 2266 pixels resolution and 327 ppi density. It has a Liquid Retina IPS LCD display with 500 nits brightness, HDR, DCI-P3 wide color gamut, True Tone, and an oleophobic coating protection. The display also supports HDR, DCI-P3 wide color gamut, True Tone, and no notch.

Software

iPadOS 18, upgradable to iPadOS 27.2

Hardware

Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Apple A17 Pro (3 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Hexa-core (2x 3.78 GHz Performance Cores & 4x 2.11 GHz Efficiency Cores)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	Apple GPU (5-core graphics)

Memory

Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	No
RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	8 GB
ROM Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones.	NVMe
Variants	8GB RAM 128GB ROM (Wi-Fi), 8GB RAM 128GB ROM (Wi-Fi + Cellular), 8GB RAM 256GB ROM (Wi-Fi), 8GB RAM 256GB ROM (Wi-Fi + Cellular), 8GB RAM 512GB ROM (Wi-Fi), 8GB RAM 512GB ROM (Wi-Fi + Cellular)

Camera

Primary Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality.	12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF (Sensor -, Sensor size -, Pixel size -)
Selfie	12 MP, f/2.4, 122° (ultrawide), HDR (Sensor -, Sensor size -, Pixel size -)
Features	Panorama, HDR

Media

FM Radio	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack	No
Alert Types	Vibration & Ringtone

Connectivity

Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	5.3, A2DP, LE
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world.	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-fi Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2, DisplayPort
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	GPS, GLONASS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.
Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range.

Features

Fingerprint (top-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer

Network

Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Network	LTE
5G Network	SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	eSIM
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Li-Ion (Lithium Ion)
Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions.	5078 mAh
Charging	20 W wired
Wireless Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	No
Placement	Non removable
Standby Standby Time is the total amount of time that you can leave your is fully charged, turned on and ready to send and receive calls or data transmissions before completely discharging the battery.	NA

Apple iPad mini (2024) Overview

The Apple iPad mini (2024) is the 7th-generation iPad mini and the smallest tablet in Apple’s current lineup, announced on October 15, 2024 and released on October 23, 2024. It keeps the compact, pocket-friendly footprint of the mini line while moving to the Apple A17 Pro chip built on a 3 nm process, 8 GB of RAM and support for Apple Intelligence. It comes in Space Gray, Blue, Purple and Starlight, and is sold in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular versions with 128 GB, 256 GB or 512 GB of storage.

The 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD display has a 1488 x 2266 pixel resolution at about 327 ppi and 500 nits of typical brightness. It supports DCI-P3 wide color, HDR and True Tone, has a scratch-resistant front with an oleophobic coating, and covers about 77.4% of the front of the tablet with no notch. At 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm and 293 g, it stays light and easy to hold in one hand, and the aluminum body gives it a premium look and feel.

Performance comes from the Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) with a hexa-core CPU made of two 3.78 GHz performance cores and four 2.11 GHz efficiency cores, a 5-core GPU and 8 GB of RAM. That combination is built for large creative apps, console-class games and Apple Intelligence features, and the iPad runs iPadOS 18 out of the box, upgradable to iPadOS 27.2, with six years of software and security updates promised. Storage is available in 128 GB, 256 GB and 512 GB capacities, although there is no card slot for expansion.

For photos and video there is a single 12 MP rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture and autofocus, with a Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR and panorama, and 4K video recording at 24, 25, 30 and 60 fps with gyro-EIS, plus a 12 MP front camera with an f/2.4 aperture and a 122-degree ultrawide lens for FaceTime and Center Stage-style video calls. Audio is handled by stereo speakers, and security uses a top-mounted fingerprint sensor instead of Face ID. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS on the cellular model and USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 with DisplayPort.

Battery life is rated at up to 10 hours of surfing the web on Wi-Fi or watching video, from a 5078 mAh Li-Ion battery. It charges over USB-C at up to 20 W, and it does not support wireless charging. The tablet has no 3.5 mm headphone jack and no official IP rating for dust and water resistance. Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) are supported, making the compact mini a capable note-taking and drawing tablet.

Apple iPad mini (2024) Pros and Cons

Pros

8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD display with 500 nits brightness, DCI-P3 and True Tone
Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) chip with 8 GB of RAM and Apple Intelligence support
Compact and lightweight 293 g aluminum body with Apple Pencil Pro support
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 with DisplayPort, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
12 MP rear camera with 4K video and a 12 MP 122-degree ultrawide front camera

Cons

No 3.5mm headphone jack
No microSD card slot for storage expansion
Single 12 MP rear camera with no ultrawide or telephoto lens and no OIS
No Face ID, only a top-mounted fingerprint sensor
No wireless charging and no official IP rating for dust and water resistance

Apple iPad mini (2024) FAQ

When was the Apple iPad mini (2024) released?

Apple announced the iPad mini (2024) on October 15, 2024, and released it on October 23, 2024.

What is the display size and resolution of the Apple iPad mini (2024)?

It has an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina IPS LCD display with a 1488 x 2266 pixel resolution (about 327 ppi), 500 nits of brightness, DCI-P3 wide color, HDR and True Tone.

Which chipset powers the Apple iPad mini (2024)?

It is powered by the Apple A17 Pro chip built on a 3 nm process, with a hexa-core CPU (two 3.78 GHz performance cores and four 2.11 GHz efficiency cores), a 5-core GPU and 8 GB of RAM.

How much storage does the Apple iPad mini (2024) have?

It comes with 128 GB, 256 GB or 512 GB of storage, and there is no microSD card slot. It is sold in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular versions.

What cameras does the Apple iPad mini (2024) have?

The rear camera is a single 12 MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture and autofocus, with a Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR and panorama, and it records 4K video at 24, 25, 30 and 60 fps. The front camera is a 12 MP ultrawide camera with an f/2.4 aperture and a 122-degree field of view.

What is the battery capacity and charging speed of the Apple iPad mini (2024)?

It has a 5078 mAh Li-Ion battery that charges over USB-C at up to 20 W. It does not support wireless charging. Battery life is rated at up to 10 hours of web browsing on Wi-Fi or video playback.

Does the Apple iPad mini (2024) have a fingerprint sensor?

Yes, it has a top-mounted fingerprint sensor. There is no Face ID on this model.

Is the Apple iPad mini (2024) water resistant?

No, it has no official IP rating for dust and water resistance, so it is not water resistant.

What operating system does the Apple iPad mini (2024) run?

It runs iPadOS 18 out of the box, upgradable to iPadOS 27.2, with six years of software and security updates promised.

What are the dimensions and weight of the Apple iPad mini (2024)?

It measures 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm and weighs 293 g for the Wi-Fi model (297 g for the cellular model). It comes in Space Gray, Blue, Purple and Starlight.