The Apple iPad mini (2024) is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 5,078 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2024).
2024 · Mid-range · iPadOS 18
Overall
C+
Performance
A
Display
C
Battery
B+
Camera
C
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⚡ Quick Specs
Size8.3" · 195.4 x 134.8 x 6.3 mm (7.69 x 5.31 x 0.25 in)
ChipsetApple A17 Pro (3 nm)
RAM8GB
Storage128GB | 256GB | 512GB
Main Camera12 MP · Quad-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,078 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓Fast, responsive Apple A17 Pro (3 nm) for everyday tasks and gaming
✓8GB of RAM — sufficient for smooth multitasking
✓8.3" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Heavy at 293g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Available
Announced
2024, October 15
Also Known As
Also known as Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro)Wi-Fi + Cellular & GPS: A2995 (Global), A2996 (China)Wi-Fi only, w/o GPS: A2993
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro (3 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Hexa-core (2x3.78 GHz performance cores and 4 efficiency cores)
