Apple iPad mini Wi-Fi + Cellular
The Apple iPad mini Wi-Fi + Cellular is a budget-focused device, powered by the Apple A5 (45 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,490 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2012).
2012 · Lower-mid-range · iOS 6ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓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 A5 (45 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 162 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
✗Heavy at 312g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitaskingPhotographyMedia consumption
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple A5 (45 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
OS
iOS 6, upgradable to iOS 9.3.6
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
162 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
4,490 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Po 4490 mAh, non-removable (16.7 Wh)
Weight
312g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
200 x 134.7 x 7.2 mm (7.87 x 5.30 x 0.28 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, compass
Colors
Black/Slate, White/Silver
