Forget the new iPad (2021), Xiaomi's Pad 5 tablet could be a better choice
for you

Date:
Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:00:32 +0000

Description:
Xiaomi has just launched its Pad 5 tablet globally and Apple's new iPad
(2021) might want to watch out.

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Xiaomi is taking Apple head-on in the tablet game by announcing the global release of its own Xiaomi Pad 5 just a day after the new iPad (2021)
appeared.

Previously known as the Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 in China, the renamed device will
soon launch in other markets such as the UK. The Xiaomi Pad 5 is packed with some decent specs at an affordable price point that could make this a great choice for any new students headed back to school right now and anyone
looking for an affordable tablet.

The specs include a 13MP back camera that can be used to scan documents and
an 8MP front camera thats capable of 1080p video for any video meetings you might have. The 11-inch LCD screen seems great too with its 2560 x 1600 (or 2.5K) resolution, and with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support youll get
some added picture and audio pizzazz when you want to wind down. Check out: Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 vs the iPad Pro iPad (2021) vs iPad (2020) : which Apple tablet is the best one for you? There's also a New iPad mini (2021)

The only downside might be the CPU. While you may not notice any issues in day-to-day use, the Xiaomi Pad 5s Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 chipset might leave you wanting a little more on occasion.

If youre interested in checking it out for yourself, the Xiaomi Pad 5 will launch in the UK on September 23 at 369 for the 6GB and 128GB Cosmic Gray model. If you snag one before September 25, you can get an early bird price
of just 299. We've yet to hear any details about this launching in either the US or Australia. Analysis: Xiaomi Pad 5 vs iPad (2021)

If youre in the market for a new tablet, youll definitely want to take a look at both the Xiaomi Pad 5 and iPad (2021). We havent yet had hands-on time
with either, but based on the specs we can explain how the pair stack up against each other.

Both devices seem to offer nearly identical camera specs, albeit with the snappers swapped around. The new iPad will give you 12MP on the front and 8MP on the back, while Xiaomi offers 8MP on the front and 13MP on the back. That one extra megapixel probably wont matter too much either.

As for the display, Xiaomi takes a slight lead with its 11-inch 2560 x 1600 LCD screen compared to Apples 10.2-inch 1620 x 2160 LCD offering. You also wont get Dolby Vision or Dolby Atmos support on the iPad, but wed have to see how well the Xiaomi Pad 5 handles those to know if thats a significant drawback - as it may not have the hardware to make the most of the software.

The only serious win for Apple looks to be the processor, as the iPad's A13 bionic chipset typically performs better than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 860. In regular day-to-day use, you might not notice much of a difference but it's something to consider if you need a bit more oomph from your tablet.

Finally, on price, theyre actually fairly similar. If you snag the early bird deal for the Xiaomi Pad 5 youll get the best deal at 299, though the base
iPad (2021) is only 319 - 50 less than the usual price for Xiaomis tablet.
The downside is that youll be getting around half the storage on the iPad (just 64GB compared with 128GB) but depending on your usage plans that might not be much of a problem. The best cheap iPad deals in September 2021



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