Xiaomi
Device summary
Xiaomi
Pad 8 Pro
Full specifications
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Display size | 11.2-inch | 11.2-inch |
| Dimensions | 173.4 mm × 251.2 mm × 5.8 mm | 173.4 mm × 251.2 mm × 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 485 g | 485 g |
| Front material | — | — |
| Back material | — | — |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | LCD | LCD |
| Resolution | 3200 × 2136 | 3200 × 2136 |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 800 nits | 800 nits |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| RAM | 8 GB, 12 GB | 8 GB, 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 13 MP · ƒ/2.2 · PDAF | Wide · 50 MP · PDAF |
| Front cameras | Front · 8 MP · ƒ/2.28 | Front · 32 MP |
| Video recording | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Wired charging | 45 W | 67 W |
| Charging standard | 45W turbo charging | 67W turbo charging |
| Typical capacity | 9200 mAh | 9200 mAh |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi 7 | Wi‑Fi 7 |
| USB | USB‑C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB‑C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Display size | 11.2-inch | 11.2-inch |
| Dimensions | 173.4 mm × 251.2 mm × 5.8 mm | 173.4 mm × 251.2 mm × 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 485 g | 485 g |
| Front material | — | — |
| Back material | — | — |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | LCD | LCD |
| Resolution | 3200 × 2136 | 3200 × 2136 |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 800 nits | 800 nits |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| RAM | 8 GB, 12 GB | 8 GB, 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 13 MP · ƒ/2.2 · PDAF | Wide · 50 MP · PDAF |
| Front cameras | Front · 8 MP · ƒ/2.28 | Front · 32 MP |
| Video recording | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Wired charging | 45 W | 67 W |
| Charging standard | 45W turbo charging | 67W turbo charging |
| Typical capacity | 9200 mAh | 9200 mAh |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi 7 | Wi‑Fi 7 |
| USB | USB‑C 3.2 Gen 1 | USB‑C 3.2 Gen 1 |
Key differences
The most meaningful measured gaps in size and weight — not an overall winner.
Height
Very similar height
Width
Very similar width
Thickness
Very similar thickness
Weight
Very similar weight
Height, width, thickness, and weight are very similar between these devices.
Pad 8 vs Pad 8 Pro Size Comparison
User Experience Summary
Pad 8
Strengths
- Complete mid-tier package with 3.2K 144Hz LCD, stylus, and 67W charging
- Thinner 485 g body improves daily carry versus Pad 7
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 strong for productivity without Pro pricing
Compromises
- Incremental over Pad 7 for satisfied owners debating 2026 upgrade math
- No fingerprint sensor — face unlock and PIN only
- LCD less cinematic than OLED tablets; long-term data still thin
Pad 8 Pro
Strengths
- Exceptional hardware value with flagship silicon and 144 Hz 3.2K display
- Light 485 g weight with premium build for the class
- Outstanding gaming thermals and battery endurance
Compromises
- HyperOS tablet experience trails iPadOS and DeX polish
- Full Focus accessory package pushes cost past seven hundred dollars
- No cellular and possible regional charger omission