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Apple iPad mini (2019)

The Apple iPad mini (2019) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,124 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2019).

2019 · Mid-range · iOS 12.1.3
Overall
A
Performance
A+
Display
A
Battery
A
Camera
C+
Software
B+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size7.9" · 203.2 x 134.8 x 6.1 mm (8.0 x 5.31 x 0.24 in)
ChipsetApple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
RAM3GB
Storage256GB | 64GB
Main Camera8 MP · HDR
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,124 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓Smooth Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓7.9" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Heavy at 300.5g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
MultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2019, March 18. Released 2019, March 18
Also Known As
Also known as Apple iPad mini 5, iPad mini (5th generation)Wi-Fi + Cellular & GPS: A2126, A2124 (Global); A2125 (China)Wi-Fi only, w/o GPS: A2133 (Global)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple A12 Bionic (7 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz Vortex + 4x1.6 GHz Tempest)
GPU
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
OS
iOS 12.1.3, upgradable to iPadOS 26.4
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
256GB | 64GB
Memory Card
No
💻 Display
Size
7.9"
Resolution
1536×2048
Sharpness
324 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps
Main Camera Features
HDR
Selfie
7 MP
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
Selfie Features
HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,124 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Ion 5124 mAh, non-removable (19.1 Wh)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
300.5g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
203.2 x 134.8 x 6.1 mm (8.0 x 5.31 x 0.24 in)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM
Nano-SIM + eSIM
Colors
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC
No
GPS
GPS, GLONASS (Wi‑Fi + Cellular model only)
USB
Lightning, USB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Apple iPad mini (2019) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Apple iPad mini (2019) supports eSIM.
No, the Apple iPad mini (2019) does not have NFC.
No, the Apple iPad mini (2019) does not support a memory card.
The Apple iPad mini (2019) SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + eSIM.
Yes, the Apple iPad mini (2019) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Apple iPad mini (2019) has stereo speakers.
The Apple iPad mini (2019) uses Lightning, USB 2.0.
The Apple iPad mini (2019) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot.
The Apple iPad mini (2019) has 5.0, A2DP, EDR.

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