Apple iPad mini 4 (2015)
The Apple iPad mini 4 (2015) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Apple A8 (20 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,124 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · iOS 9ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,124 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓7.9" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Apple A8 (20 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Heavy at 299g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple A8 (20 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Typhoon
GPU
PowerVR GX6450 (quad-core graphics)
OS
iOS 9, upgradable to iPadOS 15.8.5
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
128GB | 16GB | 32GB | 64GB
💻 Display
Sharpness
324 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
5,124 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Ion 5124 mAh, non-removable (19.1 Wh)
Weight
299g
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)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
