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Many people love the iPad Mini 4. It is small, fast and has a sharp screen. But the iPad can be pricey. Xiaomi made a tablet called the Mi Pad 2. It looks a lot like the iPad Mini 4. It also has many of the same specs. The best part? It costs much less.
Screen and Display
Both tablets have a 7.9‑inch screen. The resolution is 2,048 × 1,536 pixels. That means the picture is very clear. The pixel density is 326 ppi, which is the same for both. This makes text and photos look sharp.
Because the screens are the same size, you can use the same apps and games on each device. The display is good for watching videos, reading books or drawing.
Memory, Camera and Video
Each tablet comes with 2 GB of RAM. This helps the device run several apps at once. Both can play 1080p video smoothly.
The back camera on each tablet is 8 megapixels. This is enough for decent photos and video calls. The front camera is not mentioned in the original source, but the main point is that the camera quality is similar.
Size, Weight and Battery Life
- Mi Pad 2 dimensions: 7.89 × 5.22 × 0.28 inches
- Mi Pad 2 weight: 11.36 ounces
- iPad Mini 4 dimensions: 8.0 × 5.31 × 0.24 inches
- iPad Mini 4 weight: 10.55 ounces
The iPad Mini 4 is a tiny bit taller and thinner. It also weighs a little less. In real life, the size difference is barely noticeable.
Battery talk time is not listed for the iPad Mini 4 in the source. The Mi Pad 2’s battery life is described as “talk time” but no exact number is given. Both tablets are meant to last a full day of normal use.
Processor and Operating System
The Mi Pad 2 uses a quad‑core Intel Atom X5‑Z8500 processor. It works with 2 GB of LPDDR3 RAM. This combination can handle everyday apps, web browsing and video streaming.
Customers can choose how the Mi Pad 2 runs. One version uses Xiaomi’s MIUI Android skin. Another version runs Windows 10. This gives users a choice between Android apps and Windows desktop apps.
The iPad Mini 4 runs Apple’s iOS (now called iPadOS). iOS is known for smooth performance and a large app store. The two operating systems feel different, but both are easy to use.
Price Comparison
The Mi Pad 2 is sold for about $156 for the base model. The 64 GB version costs about $200. The iPad Mini 4, when it was first released, started at around $399. Even with discounts, the iPad is still more expensive than the Mi Pad 2.
Recent Black Friday deals in 2026 show iPad Mini prices dropping to about $350, but the Mi Pad 2 remains under $200. For a buyer on a budget, the Mi Pad 2 gives many of the same specs for half the price.
How the Mi Pad 2 Stacks Up With Newer Tablets
New Android tablets have been released since 2015. For example, the Xiaomi Pad 8 (reviewed in March 2026) is called “the only Android tablet you need in 2026.” It is larger and more powerful, but it also costs more.
Articles from 2025 and 2026 list several Android tablets that are more powerful than the iPad Mini 4. The Mi Pad 2 is older, but it still matches many core specs. If you only need a small tablet for browsing, reading and light games, the Mi Pad 2 can still be a good choice.
Other Xiaomi Products Mentioned
When Xiaomi announced the Mi Pad 2, it also showed other gadgets. These include the Redmi Note 3 phone and the Mi Air purifier. The phone is a budget smartphone. The purifier helps clean indoor air. Mentioning these shows that Xiaomi offers many cheap tech items.
FAQ
Is the Mi Pad 2 really as good as the iPad Mini 4?
In many ways it is similar. Both have the same screen size, resolution, RAM and camera. The processor is different, and the operating system is not the same. For basic tasks, the Mi Pad 2 works well.
Can I run iPad apps on the Mi Pad 2?
No. iPad apps only run on iOS/iPadOS. The Mi Pad 2 runs Android (MIUI) or Windows 10, so you need apps from the Google Play Store or Microsoft Store.
Which tablet has better battery life?
The exact battery hours are not given in the source. Generally, iPads are known for long battery life. The Mi Pad 2’s battery is designed for a full day of normal use, but real‑world results may vary.
Is the Mi Pad 2 still available today?
The tablet was released in 2015. It may be hard to find new, but you can often see it on resale sites for the same $156‑$200 price range.
Conclusion
The iPad Mini 4 is a solid, well‑built tablet with a great screen and smooth iOS experience. The Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 looks almost the same and shares many key specs. The biggest differences are the processor type, the operating system and the price.
If you want a small tablet for web browsing, video watching and light apps, and you do not need iOS, the Mi Pad 2 gives you a lot of value for about half the cost. If you prefer Apple’s ecosystem and are willing to pay more, the iPad Mini 4 remains a good choice.
