Xiaomi Redmi Pad
#2603
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7
#2602Category Breakdown
Xiaomi Redmi Pad
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7
Performance
62.562.5
Camera
42.142.1
Display
75.575.5
Battery
58.558.5
Build
72.872.8
Overall
60.460.4
Summary
- The Xiaomi Redmi Pad features a larger 10.61-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1200 x 2000 pixels and a typical brightness of 400 nits, while the Redmi Pad SE 8.7 has an 8.7-inch display with a lower resolution of 800 x 1340 pixels but higher peak brightness at 600 nits.
- In terms of performance, the Redmi Pad is powered by the more advanced Mediatek Helio G99 chipset compared to the Helio G85 in the SE 8.7.
- Both tablets have an 8 MP rear camera, but the SE 8.7 has a lower 5 MP front camera, while the Redmi Pad offers an 8 MP selfie camera.
- The Redmi Pad has a larger 8000 mAh battery, whereas the SE 8.7 has a 6650 mAh capacity.
- Software-wise, the Redmi Pad runs Android 12 with MIUI 14, while the SE 8.7 comes with Android 14 and HyperOS, offering a more recent software experience.
- The build quality of the Redmi Pad includes an aluminum frame, making it slightly heavier at 465g, while the SE 8.7 is lighter at 370g with Gorilla Glass 3 on the front.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Pad
Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7
General
Release Date
2022, October 04
2024, July 29
Announced
2022, October 04
2024, July 29
Description
N/A
Also known as Redmi Pad SE 4G in IndiaVersions: Redmi Pad SE 8.7 Wi-Fi; Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G (Wi-Fi/LTE)
Display
Size
10.61"
8.7"
Type
IPS LCD, 1B colors, 90Hz, 400 nits (typ)
IPS LCD, 1B colors, 90Hz, 600 nits (HBM)
Resolution
1200 x 2000 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~220 ppi density)
800 x 1340 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~179 ppi density)
PPI
1200
800
Refresh Rate
90Hz
90Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
Mali-G57 MC2
Mali-G52 MC2
Memory
64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera
8 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
8 MP, f/2.3, 105° (ultrawide)
5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
8000 mAh
6650 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 8000 mAh
6650 mAh
Charging Details
18W wired
18W wired (Int'l)10W wired (India)
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
250.5 x 158.1 x 7.1 mm (9.86 x 6.22 x 0.28 in)
211.6 x 125.5 x 8.8 mm (8.33 x 4.94 x 0.35 in)
Weight
465 g
370 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3)
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Graphite Gray, Moonlight Silver, Mint Green
Aurora Green (Forest Green), Sky Blue (Ocean Blue), Graphite Gray (Urban Grey)
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
No
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (cellular model only)
Network
No cellular connectivity
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA, LTE - cellular model only
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS - cellular model only
Software
Operating System
Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, MIUI 14
Android 14, HyperOS
OS Version
Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, MIUI 14
Android 14, HyperOS
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer, proximity (accessories only), compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
No
Yes