The Xiaomi is noticeably cheaper and has a much smoother screen. The iPad means the M4 and iPadOS.
Short answer
Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro - 3200×2136 144 Hz, 9200 mAh, 67 W, 50 and 32 MP cameras, cheaper. iPad Air 11 (M4) - M4, 12 GB RAM, Apple Pencil Pro.
Key differences
| Spec | Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro Wi-Fi | Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Apple M4 |
| Display | 11.2", LCD, 3200×2136, 144 Hz | 10.86", IPS LCD, 2360×1640, 60 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/128 GB, 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB, 12/1024 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP | 12 MP |
| Front | 32 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 9200 mAh | — |
| Charging | 67 W | — |
| Stylus | Xiaomi Focus Pen | Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Speakers | 4 | stereo |
| Thickness / weight | 5.75 mm / 485 g | 6.1 mm / 464 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and Apple M4 - both very fast.
Display
11.2" 3200×2136 144 Hz vs 10.86" 2360×1640 60 Hz.
Body
5.75 mm and 485 g vs 6.1 mm and 464 g.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Screen, cameras, price - Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro.
- Apple's ecosystem - iPad Air 11 (M4).
FAQ
How much RAM?
8-12 GB on the Xiaomi, 12 GB on the iPad.
Do both support a stylus?
Yes, sold separately.
Which is cheaper?
The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro.