The Xiaomi is cheaper and has a better screen. The iPad means iPadOS and Apple's ecosystem.
Short answer
Xiaomi Pad 8 - 11.2" 3200×2136 144 Hz, from 8 GB RAM, four speakers, 5.75 mm, cheaper. iPad (A16) - iPadOS, Apple Pencil, from 128 GB.
Key differences
| Spec | Xiaomi Pad 8 Wi-Fi | Apple iPad (A16) Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Apple A16 (5-core) |
| 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 | 6/128 GB, 6/256 GB, 6/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 13 MP | 12 MP |
| Front | 8 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 9200 mAh | — |
| Charging | 45 W | — |
| Stylus | Xiaomi Focus Pen | Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil (1st generation) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Speakers | 4 | stereo |
| Thickness / weight | 5.75 mm / 485 g | 7 mm / 477 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Apple A16 (5-core).
Display
11.2" 3200×2136 144 Hz vs 10.86" 2360×1640 60 Hz - the smoothness difference is obvious.
Memory
8-12 GB RAM on the Xiaomi vs 6 GB on the iPad.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Screen, speed, price - Xiaomi Pad 8.
- iPadOS and Apple apps - iPad (A16).
FAQ
How heavy are they?
485 and 477 g.
What are the front cameras?
8 MP on the Xiaomi, 12 MP on the iPad.
Which is cheaper?
The Xiaomi Pad 8.